German Minor

A German minor increases your knowledge and understanding of the German-speaking world. It broadens your horizons and enhances your chosen major by adding to it an international perspective. Proficiency in German increases your job opportunities in all areas. It helps you to function productively for an employer with global business connections and it opens up opportunities for study and research abroad, as Germany awards a generous number of scholarships and other support to study in Germany.

While pursuing this minor you may also be interested in learning German first hand through study abroad opportunities through the Center of Global Engagement.

Campus Availability

Dahlonega Campus

Number of Credit Hours

18 Credit Hours

Around 6 Courses

Courses You Could Take

GRMN 3020 - German Literature & Culture II

Guided informal discussions in German on assigned topics. Intended to increase fluency, improve pronunciation; expand vocabulary and master idiomatic expressions. Assignments include compositions, dictation and oral presentations. Class conducted in German.

Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: GRMN 2002 or GRMN 2006, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

Hours:
3

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GRMN 3310 - German Conversation and Composition

Guided informal discussions in German on assigned topics. Intended to increase fluency, improve pronunciation; expand vocabulary and master idiomatic expressions. Assignments include compositions, dictation and oral presentations. Class conducted in German.

Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: GRMN 2002 or GRMN 2006, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

Hours:
3

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GRMN 3610 - Business German

Introduction to the German business world, with analysis of its various political and commercial institutions as well as the socio-economic aspects of contemporary Germany. Emphasis on social, economic, and business practices in fields ranging from commerce to advertising to banking. This course is designed to familiarize students with German business practices, vocabulary, and correspondence. Class conducted in German.

Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisite: GRMN 2002 or GRMN 2006, or placement by the Department of Modern Languages

Hours:
3

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