2023-2024 BSC Catalog Updated_UG ONLY_FINAL[82]

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
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ARH 416 Modern Art (1)
An examination of the visual arts and architecture of Europe and the United States from
approximately 1880 through the 1960s. The course considers the leading artists and
artistic movements of this time period, from Post-Impressionism to Pop and Minimalism.
In addition, this course provides an introductory understanding of how these artists both
influenced and were influenced by their social-historical contexts. Prerequisite: ARH
216.
ARH 417 Contemporary Art (1)
An examination of international trends in the visual arts since the 1960s. New interpretive
methods and current issues and debates surrounding artistic production and reception are
also considered. Prerequisite: ARH 216.
ARH 473 Senior Capstone in Art History (1)
An advanced exploration of an art-historical topic of the student’s choice, and approved
by the instructor. Students will conduct in-depth, directed research culminating in a
substantial paper and public presentation that demonstrate knowledge of art historical
concepts and research methodology. Prerequisites: art history major and senior standing.
Fall.
AS - Astronomy
AS 105 QA Principles of Astronomy (1)
An introduction to major topics of modern astronomy, focusing on the fundamental
physical principles underlying astronomical phenomena. Topics include the origin,
structure, and evolution of the solar system, stars, galaxies, and the universe. A
Quantitative Analysis designated course.
BA - Business Administration
BA 105 Personal Finance and Modeling (1)
An interdisciplinary course on spreadsheet preparation and basic personal financial
principles. Emphasis will be placed on preparing spreadsheets to communicate and
analyze individual financial information, including major purchases, planning, debt,
savings, and retirement.
BA 120 ES Marketing: Maximizing Social and Economic Opportunities (1)
An introduction to the strategic decisions that businesses and individuals make in order to
create and maintain a brand. The primary objective of the course is to develop tools for
competitive brands at the individual and corporate level. An Explorations in Scholarship
designated course.
BA 177, 277, 377, 477 Special Topics in Business Administration (1)
An exploration of a selected topic or problem in business administration.
Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2023-2024