Thus, the program meshes the technique of analysis with the communication process, coupled with an understanding of the psychological environment in which decisions are produced and implemented. Particular skills in management are combined with analysis of factors affecting decision-making to prepare the way for case studies of real life situations and practical experience via an internship. The Arts Management major is designed to prepare students for careers in the administration and management of the creative arts fields. The major provides students with a core of coursework in business, coursework in a specialty field and the practical experiences of an administrative internship. An exploratory course for anyone considering the possibility of a business career.
Subject matter includes the goals, structure and culture of business organizations.
Restricted to freshmen. No credit given to upperclassmen. 4 Credits A laboratory experience through which students may become proficient in the use of leading software programs to solve business management problems. Quantitative Methods for Business 4 Credits Mathematics for managerial decision-making. Topics covered include mathematics of finance, decision trees, matrices, business forecasting, simplex mehod, and related topics.