Graduate Certificates
Graduate Certificates are available to individuals who wish to acquire additional and practical knowledge about their respective area of interest in either Arts Management or Electronic Media Arts. Programs are designed for professionals working in the field or related professions or with personal experience in the chosen area of study.
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and must satisfy all other admissions requirements identified for the MA in Communication Arts and the chosen specialization. All certificates require completion of 15 credits of specialization courses.
Courses completed in the certificate program with a grade of A or B may be transferred toward the M.A. in Communication Arts upon acceptance into the Masters Degree program.
Graduate Certificate in Art Management
Art Management gives successful graduates a comprehensive understanding of the communication requirements for effective management of art galleries, museums and events. Specialization courses include the study of art economics, production, marketing, finances and fundraising and legal aspects of administering art projects.
Courses: (15 credits)
ART 515 Management of Art Organizations: Production Side
ART 520 Legal Aspects of Art Administration
BUS 680 Arts Marketing
ECO 680 Arts Economics
FIN 680 Financial Management & Fundraising for Arts Organizations
Graduate Certificate in Electronic Media Arts
Electronic Media Arts focuses on film, television and video gaming. Through a multidisciplinary approach, students gain a comprehensive understanding of electronic media. This specialization would be an asset for both an academic or business career in media, providing a competitive edge in the media workplace and/or preparing students for continuing their education in a doctoral program.
Courses: (15 credits)
COM 520 Mass Communication Theory
COM 620 World of Cinema
COM 621 Genres of Television
COM 624 The Cutting Edge: Media Techno-trends
COM 627 Web Page Analysis & Design
Questions or comments please contact:
Dr. Gloria P. Ruiz, Director gruiz@stu.edu 305.628 6508
Administrative Offices: mclarke@stu.edu or 305.628.6645