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Successful relationships are key in today\u2019s evolving workplace, but they don\u2019t always come about naturally. With its focus on human development, human service, and communication, the Interpersonal Skills minor<\/strong> can amplify your major and round out your credentials as a competitive professional. In this minor, students cultivate relational, communication, and critical thinking skills for use in a wide range of settings. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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About the Minor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

By completing the Interpersonal Skills minor, graduates will:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Who Can Benefit From This Minor?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The minor pairs well with science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) and other majors that prepare students for careers in technical fields where interpersonal and collaborative skills are necessary for successfully navigating and thriving in the modern workplace.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The minor is also an excellent pathway for students who are drawn toward a career working with people. The coursework provides foundations that students may find helpful when preparing for graduate study in helping professions such as counseling, psychology, and social work.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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