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Arts AdministrationBachelor of ArtsB.A. in Arts AdministrationThe arts administration major is designed to give students a varied background in the arts and administrative skills needed tomanage arts organizations. Students learn to identify administrative issues specifically related to arts organizations, demonstrateknowledge of the history of at least one area of performing or visual art, and apply arts administration management principlesin a practical work environment within the arts industry. The arts administration major prepares students for careers in publicand private arts organizations.Unique Opportunities at the CollegeHome for the Arts: on-campus gallery, studios, pottery equipment, scene shop, screen-printing lab, Mac design labGrant: apply for the talent-based grant for qualifying performing and visual arts studentsInternships: gain hands-on experience with local galleries, arts organizations, or museumsStudent Symposium and Film Festival: present your research, analysis, or creative work; awards presentedDistinguished Speakers Series: attend discussions by renowned artists, actors, authors, scientists, and political figuresDigressions Literary Magazine: annual publication involves student editors, writers, and artistsPerformance Ensembles: explore your musical, theatrical, and dance talents in these groupsWords from a Professor“Our exciting program offers both classroom instruction and practical experience in arts management—essentialcomponents for students seeking access to this rewarding and challenging field.”—Mark Duncan, M.F.A., Associate Professor/Assistant Director, Division of Performing and Visual ArtsWords from a Student“This program was a perfect fit for me. Where else could I have combined a passion for the arts with a keen business sense? Ihave gained management skills, not only in the classroom but in a real-world setting. Through intxernships andco-curricular activities, I have worked with professional theatre companies and made valuable connections. I will be able touse what I learned in this program and apply it wherever I go from here.”— Lindsay Bartels

2013–2014 CurriculumStudents are required to complete 30 credit hours as part of theGeneral Education Program.Arts AdministrationBachelor of ArtsArts Administration Major Requirements (51 credits)Core Courses (30 credits)ACT 2200 Financial Accounting (3 credits)ACT 2300 Managerial Accounting (3 credits)ARTS 2600 Introduction to Arts Administration (3 credits)ARTS 3600 Advanced Arts Administration (3 credits)ARTS 4950 Internship in the Arts (3 credits)OR DANC 4950 Internship in Dance (3 credits)OR MUSC 4950 Internship in Music (3 credits)OR THEA 4950 Internship in Theatre (3 credits)Any COMM or SPCH course (3 credits)MGT 2050 Principles of Management (3 credits)MGT 2150 Business Law (3 credits)MGT 4170 Organizational Behavior (3 credits)WRIT 3150 Business Writing (3 credits)Performing/Visual Arts History (6 credits)Select 6 credits from the following courses:ARTS 3800 Art History I (3 credits)ARTS 3850 Art History II (3 credits)DANC 3200 Dance History (3 credits)DANC 3500 Global Dance Perspectives (3 credits)MUSC 3200 Musicology I (3 credits)MUSC 3250 Musicology II (3 credits)THEA 3200 Theatre History I (3 credits)THEA 3250 Theatre History II (3 credits)Electives (15 credits)Select 15 credits from the following courses:ARTS 2410 Graphic Design I (3 credits)ARTS 2450 Graphic Design II (3 credits)ARTS 3020 Women in the Arts (3 credits)ARTS 3040 Museum Studies and Gallery PracticesARTS 3300 Myth and Art (3 credits)ARTS 3400 Non-Western and Modern Art (3 credits)ARTS 4900 Special Topics in the Arts (3 credits)COMM 3200 Principles of Public Relations (3 credits)COMM 3500 Media Regulation (3 credits)DANC 2101 Dance Lab I (1 credit)DANC 2102 Dance Lab II (1 credit)DANC 2103 Dance Lab III (1 credit)MUSC 2600 Music Production I (3 credits)PHIL 4000 Philosophy of Art (3 credits)THEA 2060 Technical Theatre (3 credits)THEA 2101 Theatre Lab I (1 credit)THEA 2102 Theatre Lab II (1 credit)THEA 2103 Theatre Lab III (1 credit)THEA 3070 Lighting and Sound Design (3 credits)THEA 3500 Stage and Production Management (3 credits)THEA 4100 Directing for the Stage (3 credits)THEA 4900 Special Topics in Theatre (3 credits)This publication should not be viewed as a substitution forofficial program requirements and outcomes. Students areresponsible for meeting curriculum and program requirementsin the Undergraduate Student Catalog in effect when thestudent enters the program.Arthur Whitelaw, producer of Broadway’s You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, meeting with studentsOffice of Undergraduate Admissions3301 College AvenueFort Lauderdale, Florida 33314-7796www.nova.edu/admissions(954) 262-8000 • 800-338-4723admissions@nova.eduFarquhar College of Arts and SciencesDivision of Performing and Visual Artswww.fcas.nova.edu/divisions/pva(954) 262-7620 • 800-757-7257Nova Southeastern University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane,Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, Telephone number: 404-679-4501) to award associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, educational specialist, and doctoral degrees.Nova Southeastern University admits students of any race, color, sexual orientation, and national or ethnic origin.