As a music major, you’ll study both historic and modern traditions and perform a variety of Western and non-Western music. We pursue excellence in the study, practice and performance of each piece of music, so you’ll be challenged and encouraged by your professors, peers and private tutors as you scale new heights with your musical ability and artistry.
Art Administration Minor
The Arts Administration Minor requires students to major in a fine arts program (Art, Music or Theatre). This minor builds on a student's existing artistic base earned from their fine arts major. It is intended to equip students with the direction and practical skills needed to help art flourish in the larger culture. Possible applications might include entry-level administrative positions in theatre companies, art galleries, symphonies and other community-based arts organizations.
| Requirements: |
| ACC 215 - Principles of Financial Accounting |
| BUS 200 - Principles of Marketing |
| BUS 201 - Principles of Management |
| COM 185 - Media Writing |
| COM 230 - Principles of Public Relations |
| COM 263 - Layout and Design |
| Internship: 4 |
| ART 417 - Internship |
| MUS 417 - Internship |
| THE 417 - Internship |
| Choose one course: 3 |
| BUS 305 - Organizational Behavior and Theory |
| COM 332 - Social Foundations of Advertising |
| Total credits required: 27 |
An internship to provide the student with opportunities to learn and to apply the knowledge, principles, and abilities gained from the curriculum. Opportunities are available in professional art studios, graphic design studios, galleries, museums and printing houses.(2 credits may apply toward the major)
Introduction to the field of public relations. Its focus is on public relations theory and practice with an emphasis on emerging trends. This course is offered as an overview covering public relations history, theories, strategies and tactics.(3 credits; alternate years, consult department)
(4 credits may apply toward the major)
Prerequisite: MUS212. (4 credits may apply toward the Arts Administration minor)
Students learn genres of writing for print and broadcast journalism and video, as well as for public relations and advertising. They learn these genres in relation to each other and in relation to their organizational contexts and audiences. Included are reporting, organizing and writing, as well as basic legal and ethical guidelines for reporters and writers in journalism and PR.Prerequisite or co-requisite: the college writing requirement.(4 credits)
Covers basic principles of design as they apply to a wide variety of publications. Emphasis on selecting type, art and graphics appropriate to subject matter, purpose and audience.(3 credits)
An introduction to social and historical foundations of advertising. Includes a study of the role of advertising in American culture and economy.(3 credits; alternate years, consult department)
This course covers the basic introduction to financial management and financial accounting, including an understanding of the concepts, principles and practices in these areas.(4 credits)
This course introduces students to marketing terminology; defines the elements necessary in moving a product, service or idea from concept to market sales; and enables students to understand and replicate the marketing process at an entry level.(3 credits)
This course introduces the student to the basic principles of management. It includes the understanding of managers' actions in the work place, on the organization and employees. It includes the study of basic management tools and techniques. (2 credits)
This course will review the major historical and contemporary themes and phases of organizational theory and behavior. The class will examine and discuss the evolution and practice of the modern organization. The course will provide an understanding of the key concepts and principles of organization theory and behavior. This course will provide an opportunity for critical analysis and practical application of the concepts identified through the readings and lecture.Prerequisite: BUS201.(3 credits)
