Innovation in Society, Minor
Build the ability to understand, evaluate and shape how emerging technologies affect society, regardless of your major. This minor prepares you to become a more effective leader, innovator and decision-maker in an increasingly technology-driven world.
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Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Minor description
Innovation in Society minor description
Innovation is fundamentally about empowering people and unlocking their potential to create positive change. That requires a human touch and knowledge of how to put people and communities --- not technology --- first. A minor in innovation in society can be a great addition to a major course of study, preparing you to be a leader in this exciting and fast-growing field.
This program centers on building a foundational knowledge in innovation while honing skills such as scenario planning, policy analysis, the responsible design of innovations, and public engagement. You are equipped to better understand the intricacies of modern-day challenges and anticipate and navigate future trends.
The program's small classes, one-on-one opportunities to work with faculty, and extensive community partnerships create a distinct experience in which you can learn how to grow and strengthen community leadership, capabilities and collaboration for innovation by using tools such as narrative, storytelling, visual art, participatory design and community-centered inquiry.
Why earn an innovation in society minor at ASU?
Study in the only innovation in society program in the country. You can also pursue unique opportunities like the School of Innovation Futures Undergraduate Research Fellowship, where you earn credit by working alongside a faculty member on a research project.
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Beyond your coursework, you can tap into a range of opportunities through the Rob Walton College of Global Futures, along with hundreds of study abroad options and student organizations across the broader ASU community.
Courses
This undergraduate minor includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below:
2026-2027 Catalog Year
The minor requires 15 credit hours. A "C" minimum is required for all courses in the minor, although students must maintain a 3.00 GPA in the post-baccalaureate certificate program.
| Requirement | Minimum grade | Credit hours |
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This minor requires a total of 15 credit hours, 12 of which are upper division. |
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FIS 111 Welcome to the Future
(CIVI)
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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FIS 307 Futures and Foresight Methods
(SOBE)
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Upper Division
FIS Elective
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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6 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 6 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.
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Enrollment requirements
GPA Requirement: 2.00
Incompatible Majors: BA innovation in society, BS innovation in society
Other Enrollment Requirements: None
Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit once the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major program or the minor. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and minor.
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Explore expanded study opportunities
With more than 300 Global Education program opportunities available to them, students of all majors, including programs in the Rob Walton College of Global Futures, are able to tailor their experience to their specific interests and skill sets. Whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, students build communication skills, learn to adapt and persevere, and are exposed to research and internships across the world, increasing their professional network.
Students can find programs specific to their interests on the Rob Walton College of Global Futures study abroad webpage and additional opportunities and information on the ASU Global Education Office website. These sites also include additional information about applying for funding to support global travel.
Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
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Careers this innovation in society minor prepares you for
As the landscape of science and technology rapidly transforms, the demand for graduates with a nuanced grasp of these changes becomes paramount. Across industries, there is a growing need for expertise in interpreting and guiding advancement in science and technology.
Graduates with this minor have highly sought-after jobs at NASA, the U.S. Department of Energy, Intel, OpenAI and beyond. Preparation in both theoretical and practical facets of innovation makes graduates invaluable assets in tech startups, corporations, nonprofit organizations and governments. This program paves the way to careers that align with the frontiers of contemporary challenges and solutions.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
School of Innovation Futures
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WCPH 4th floor
cgfadvising@asu.edu
480-727-6963
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