Minor in Spanish

As more and more companies expand their operations across national borders, the need for employees with global skills and additional languages has become essential. Spanish - the second most common language spoken in the United States - is rapidly gaining popularity throughout the world and is becoming increasingly important in many fields, especially business and industry, education, government, and health care. Having knowledge of Spanish language and culture not only expands your horizons, but also it can increase your marketability in today's competitive global economy. In fact, your ease at navigating a foreign environment can help increase your productivity on the job.

Why Spanish at Lawrence Tech?

Lawrence Technological University's minor in Spanish focuses on providing you a strong foundation in both conversational and business Spanish. You will learn to speak, read, write, and translate the language, as well as explore Hispanic customs, etiquette, trade associations, politics, and social issues. The program, which requires 15 credit hours, consists of four core classes and one elective. For the elective, you may choose between Business in Latin America, which explores a variety of Hispanic cultures and social customs, and Spanish Masterpieces, which surveys Spanish and Latin American literature.

SPN 2913 - Spanish 1  (Prerequisite: 0)
SPN 2923 - Spanish 2  (Prerequisite: SPN 2913 or placement exam)
SPN 3833 - Spanish 3  (Prerequisite: SPN 2923 or placement exam)
SPN 3843 - Spanish 4  (Prerequisite: SPN 3833 or placement exam)

And choose between:
SPN 4833 - Business in Latin America (Prerequisite: four semesters of Spanish language or placement exam) or
SPN 4843 - Spanish Masterpieces (Prerequisite: four semesters of Spanish language or placement exam)  
(A total of 15 credit hours)

Admission

If you are earning any bachelor's degree at Lawrence Tech, you are eligible to declare a minor in Spanish.

Getting Started

For more information, contact Lawrence Tech's Office of Admissions at 800.CALL.LTU or admissions@ltu.edu. For specific questions about the minor in Spanish, contact the College of Arts and Sciences at 248.204.3520 or humchair@ltu.edu.

Consult with your advisor to determine the best way to coordinate this minor with the requirements of your major curriculum.