General Catalog - John F. Kennedy University

School of Education and Liberal ArtsDepartment of Museum StudiesThe Department of Museum Studies is committed to preparingmuseum professionals to meet the demands of an increasinglycomplex profession. Today’s museum professionals must havethe knowledge and skills to serve diverse audiences, createcollaborative partnerships with communities, design innovativeexhibitions and programs, and develop a sustainable financial baseof support.faculty may assist applicants in their selection of the master’s orcertificate program.Individuals interested in taking only one or two courses may do soas non-degree students if space is available. Non-degree studentsmust hold a bachelor’s degree and have an interview with thedepartment chair before enrolling in courses.The curriculum covers a wide range of issues and provides fundamentalskills while challenging students to critically analyze andcreatively reform museums for a diverse society. The training isapplicable to all types of museums, historical sites, natural parks,and cultural and discovery centers.All Museum Studies faculty members are practicing professionals.Their ranks include conservators, registrars/collections managers,educators, exhibit designers, and museum administrators.Students have close contact with other experts in the field throughmuseum visits, guest speakers, and internships.The Master of Arts is the preferred credential and recommendedfor students who intend to pursue a full-time career in themuseum field. The department’s certificate option is designedfor professionals who have extensive experience in the field anddo not require a master’s degree. Prior advising with departmentProgram Learning Outcomes• Learn the purpose/history of museums as complexpublic organizations.• Develop and refine professional writing and oral and visualpresentation skills.• Demonstrate collaborative working practices, consistent withpractices in museum field.• Demonstrate a range of content expertise associated with amuseum studies specialization track.• Acquire and utilize tools for addressing administrative andfiscal challenges.• Demonstrate the capacity to engage professionally in themuseum field.School of Educationand Liberal ArtsJohn F. Kennedy UniversitySchool of Education and Liberal Arts 47