Course Description
Exploration of career paths and career planning for students entering the arts administration field. Students will practice speaking skills and other communication skills. Prerequisite: Grade of C- or better in AAD 301; Arts Administration majors or minors only; or permission of instructor.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Identify current and future career paths in arts administration and skills needed to be successful
- Develop professional communication materials such as resume, cover letters, interview preparation
- Practice communicating with arts administration professionals
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Major assignments | 40% |
| Preparation assignments | 20% |
| Quizzes | 25% |
| Discussion Boards | 10% |
| Surveys | 5% |
| Extra Credit | 2% |
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 100% to 94% | A |
| < 94% to 90% | A- |
| < 90% to 87% | B+ |
| < 87% to 84% | B |
| < 84% to 80% | B- |
| < 80% to 77% | C+ |
| < 77% to 74% | C |
| < 74% to 70% | C- |
| < 70% to 67% | D+ |
| < 67% to 64% | D |
| < 64% to 61% | D- |
| < 61% to 0% | F |
Attendance/Participation:
There are no class meetings for this course and attendance does not impact grading.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
No course materials are required.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.