2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    May 15, 2024  
2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Course descriptions are arranged alphabetically by the course prefix codes as listed below. For the purpose of brevity, course descriptions do not follow traditional rules of grammar and may consist of sentence fragments. 

 

Management

  
  • MGMT 3331 - Management of Human Resources


    Prerequisite: MGMT 2210  A survey of the industrial relations and the personnel management system of an organization.Manpower planning/forecasting, labor markets, selection and placement, training and development, compensation, government/employer and labor/management relations. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 3340 - Employment Law and Labor Relations


    Prerequisites: MGMT 3331  and BUSL 1101 . This course provides students with an overview of the HR practices, policies and laws that govern the employment relationship.  The topics covered include among others federal and state laws as they affect the human resource function, such as equal employment opportunity laws, conditions of employment, employment at-will and its limitations, employment agreements, employee privacy, wage and hour regulations, occupational safety and health and compensation for injuries.  It also highlights employee/labor management relations, collective bargaining, mediation and arbitration of employment related disputes. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 3350 - Management of Workforce Diversity


    Prerequisite: MGMT 2210  This course explores issues of social identity, social and cultural diversity, and societal manifestations of oppression as they relate to the workplace. Workforce demographics are rapidly evolving due to changes in birthrates, immigration, legal systems, social attitudes, and economic expansion. Managing businesses and other organizations will require not just contemporary knowledge and technology but the expertise to manage increasing workforce diversity. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4400 - Talent Management


    Prerequisite: MGMT 3331 . This course provides a comprehensive overview of how to develop a talent management strategy that is aligned with the business needs.  It covers topics such as workforce planning and analysis, recruiting, selecting and placing, managing performance, succession planning, retention strategies, and ways to develop a culture of excellence to support a talent management program. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4410 - Human Resource Development


    Prerequisite:  . This course introduces students to Human Resource Development (HRD) as a function that enables organizations and employees to perform better.  It covers training needs assessment, planning and design, delivery, evaluation of training programs, including return on investment, career management and organization development.  It also explores the strategic role of training managers and HRD specialists in an environment characterized by key challenges, such as competitiveness, diversity, quick technology development and lifelong learning.  Students taking this course will acquire core competencies of the profession of training and development. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4412 - Compensation


    Prerequisite:  . This course highlights the strategic role of compensation in attracting, motivating and retaining high quality workforce.  It provides an overview of the key components of a compensation system and describes the way compensation objectives are linked to the business strategy.  Students taking this course will gain the theoretical and practical knowledge to design, administer, and evaluate compensation systems. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4415 - Multinational Management


    Prerequisite: MGMT 2210  An analysis and examination of management and organizational behavior against a background of diversified cultural systems. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4417 - New Venture Management and Growth


    Prerequisites: MGMT 2210  and MGMT 2217 . Covers the principles of managing the growth phase of a sustainable entrepreneurial business.  The main challenge for the entrepreneur is to build an organization capable of sustainable innovation and growth and ensuring that the organization is capable of sustaining this growth in the face of increased market opportunities and competitive threats. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4450 - Special Topics


    Prerequisites: MGMT 2210 ; junior-level standing required unless otherwise specified in course schedule description. Special studies in business and public administration. Work may include study and analysis of specific problems within units of business or government and application of theory to those problems, programs of research related to a student's discipline, or special projects. Several sessions may run concurrently. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4451 - Special Topics


    Prerequisites:  MGMT 2210 ; junior-level standing required unless otherwise specified in course schedule description. Special studies in business and public administration. Work may include study and analysis of specific problems within units of business or government and application of theory to those problems, programs of research related to a student's discipline, or special projects. Several sessions may run concurrently. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4452 - Special Topics


    Prerequisites:  MGMT 2210 ; junior standing unless otherwise specified in course schedule description Special studies in business and public administration. Work may include study and analysis of specific problems within units of business or government and application of theory to those problems, programs of research related to a student's discipline, or special projects. Several sessions may run concurrently. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4453 - Special Topics


    Prerequisites:  MGMT 2210 ; junior standing unless otherwise specified in course schedule description Special studies in business and public administration. Work may include study and analysis of specific problems within units of business or government and application of theory to those problems, programs of research related to a student's discipline, or special projects. Several sessions may run concurrently. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4454 - Special Topics


    Prerequisites:  MGMT 2210 ; junior standing unless otherwise specified in course schedule description Special studies in business and public administration. Work may include study and analysis of specific problems within units of business or government and application of theory to those problems, programs of research related to a student's discipline, or special projects. Several sessions may run concurrently. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4457 - Family Bus Mgt


    Prerequisite: MGMT 2210  Provides a fundamental understanding of family business management, including historical and theoretical rudiments; transition stages, conflict resolution; family systems; and succession. Case studies of classic family businesses will be used for discussion and analysis. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4467 - Franchising


    Prerequisites: FINC 2213 MGMT 2210  Covers the franchising operation from both the franchiser's and franchisee's perspectives. Provides the student the framework to evaluate the feasibility of extending a new business into a franchise and the potential profitability of engaging in a franchise operation. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4512 - Contemporary Issues in Business


    Prerequisires:  MGMT 2210  and senior standing. A rigorous examination of competing concepts of the role of business in society. A capstone, integrative course relating the firm to its environment, including issues arising from aggregate social, political, legal, and economic factors. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4520 - Current Issues in Human Resource Management


    Prerequisites: MGMT 2210   and MGMT 3331 . Examines research findings and current literature relevant to issues affecting personnel functions in the organization. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4550 - Business Policy


    Prerequisites: FINC 2213 , MGMT 2210  , and MKTG 2200  An examination of organizational policies from the viewpoint of top-level executives; development of analytic frameworks for achieving the goals of the total organization. Discussion of cases and development of oral and written skills. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4593 - Honors Thesis: Management


    Students in this course will complete their Honors Thesis in consultation with their Honors Thesis advisor. 3.00 credits
  
  • MGMT 4597 - Practicum


    Prerequisite: junior standing. A course of study designed especially for the supervised practical application of previously studied theory in a group setting. Done under the supervision of a faculty sponsor and coordinated with a business organization. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4598 - Internship


    Prerequisites: MG 320 or MGMT 2210  On-the-job experience in selected organizations in management. 3 credits
  
  • MGMT 4599 - Independent Study


    Prerequisite: MGMT 2210  Independent study on a project of interest to the student under the direction of a faculty member designated by the department chair. 3 credits

Marketing

  
  • MKTG 2200 - Principles of Marketing


    Prerequisite: sophomore standing. The fundamental functions of marketing involving the flow of goods and services from producers to consumers. Marketing methods of promotion, pricing, product decisions, and distribution channels. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 2205 - Consumer Behavior


    Prerequisite: sophomore standing. A study of the principle comprehensive marketing models which focus on buyer decision processes. Topics include brand switching decisions, measures of media effectiveness, market segmentation, and other marketing techniques. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 3302 - Organizational Marketing


    Prerequisite: MKTG 2200  Practices and policies in the distribution of industrial goods, including purchasing, market analysis, channels of distribution, pricing, competitive practices, and operating costs. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 3307 - Advertising and Promotion


    Prerequisite: MKTG 2200  The design, management, and evaluation of the various communications programs involved in marketing and public relations. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 3316 - Sales Management


    Prerequisite: MKTG 2200  The management of a sales organization. Recruiting, selecting, training, supervision, motivation, and compensation of sales personnel. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 3317 - Negotiation and Sales


    Prerequisites: MKTG 2200 , MGMT 2210 . Introduces the basic concepts and skills of professional selling and negotiation, including customer analysis, communication skills, effective openings and closings, and customer relations. Sellings skills and concepts are developed through the extensive use of sales exercises, role-plays, and presentations. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 3321 - Retail Management


    Prerequisite:  MKTG 2200  Survey of the problems and opportunities in the retail distribution field, including a basic understanding of buying, selling, and promotion of the retail consumer market. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 3326 - Overview of E-Commerce


    Prerequisite:  MKTG 2200  and junior standing A review of issues in e-commerce. Technologies available for digitalization and transmission are surveyed. Different uses of internets, intranets, extranets, and Web pages are discussed. B2B sales and supply chain management are introduced. Available security and payment systems are compared. The impacts of e-commerce and e-tail on business structure, channel conflicts, and alliances are introduced. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4402 - Marketing Services


    Prerequisite:  MKTG 2200  The marketing of services, including services-based market planning, marketing mix, core marketing strategies and trends, and the essential differences between product-and services-based marketing. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4413 - International Marketing


    Prerequisites: ECON 1133  and  MKTG 2200  Applied marketing decision making in international firms. The development of marketing strategy and techniques in foreign markets. Study of key multinational marketing skills, especially research, product policy, pricing, promotion, and distribution. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4442 - Mktg Research in Global Environment


    Prerequisites:  MKTG 2200 , QANL 2216  Research as a component of the marketing information system. Research design, sampling methods, data interpretation, and management of the marketing research function. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4450 - Special Topics


    Prerequisites: MKTG 2200  and junior standing. Coverage of new and emerging topics and applications in marketing theory and practice. The format may include both traditional classroom activities and innovative group projects. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4451 - Special Topics


    Prerequisites:  MKTG 2200  and junior standing. Coverage of new and emerging topics and applications in marketing theory and practice. The format may include both traditional classroom activities and innovative group projects. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4452 - Special Topics


    Prerequisites:  MKTG 2200  and junior standing. Coverage of new and emerging topics and applications in marketing theory and practice. The format may include both traditional classroom activities and innovative group projects. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4453 - Special Topics


    Prerequisites:  MKTG 2200  and junior standing. Coverage of new and emerging topics and applications in marketing theory and practice. The format may include both traditional classroom activities and innovative group projects. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4454 - Special Topics


    Prerequisites: MKTG 2200  and junior standing. Coverage of new and emerging topics and applications in marketing theory and practice. The format may include both traditional classroom activities and innovative group projects. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4455 - Special Topics


    Prerequisites: MKTG 2200  and junior standing. Coverage of new and emerging topics and applications in marketing theory and practice. The format may include both traditional classroom activities and innovative group projects. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4456 - Special Topics


    Prerequisites: MKTG 2200   and junior standing. Coverage of new and emerging topics and applications in marketing theory and practice. The format may include both traditional classroom activities and innovative group projects. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4457 - Special Topics


    Prerequisites:  MKTG 2200  and junior standing. Coverage of new and emerging topics and applications in marketing theory and practice. The format may include both traditional classroom activities and innovative group projects. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4458 - Special Topics


    Prerequisites:  MKTG 2200  and junior standing. Coverage of new and emerging topics and applications in marketing theory and practice. The format may include both traditional classroom activities and innovative group projects. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4459 - Special Topics


    Prerequisites:  MKTG 2200  and junior standing. Coverage of new and emerging topics and applications in marketing theory and practice. The format may include both traditional classroom activities and innovative group projects. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4515 - Marketing Management


    Prerequisites:  MKTG 2200  and senior standing. The analysis, planning, and control of the marketing effort within the firm. Emphasis on case analysis. A marketing capstone course. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4593 - Honors Thesis: Marketing


    Students in this course will complete their Honors Thesis in consultation with their Honors Thesis advisor. 3.00 credits
  
  • MKTG 4597 - Practicum


    Prerequisites:  MKTG 2200  and senior standing A course of study designed especially for the supervised practical application of previously studied theory in a group setting. Done under the supervision of a faculty sponsor and coordinated with a business organization. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4598 - Internship


    Prerequisite: MK 200 Supervised field experience for qualified students in areas related to their major. 3 credits
  
  • MKTG 4599 - Independent Study


    Prerequisite:  MKTG 2200  A planned program of individual study under the supervision of a member of the faculty. 3 credits

Marine Biology

  
  • MARN 1101 - Introduction to Marine Biology


    This course presents an introduction to the field of marine biology, the marine environments of southern Connecticut, and the primary tools and techniques employed by marine scientists to study marine organisms and environments. Students are taught water column and sediment sampling techniques, marine organism identification techniques, marine organism preservation techniques, and proper usage of marine field equipment both onboard ships and along the coast. This course is required for marine biology majors; other interested students may take this course with permission of the instructor. Students are required to have waders (either hip or chest). Dry suit dive gloves are recommended. 3 credits
  
  • MARN 1102 - Seminar in Marine Biology


    An introduction to careers and research topics in marine biology. Every week students will explore new scientific questions in marine biology and learn about potential occupations within the field. This course is intended for marine biology majors and other students interested in learning about ongoing issues in the filed of marine biology. 2 credits
  
  • MARN 2200 - Oceanography with Lab


    Prerequisites: BIOL 1121  and BIOL 1122 , or BIOL 2253  and BIOL 2254  , and MATH 1109  or higher, and high school chemistry. Corequisite: MARN 2201  - you must enroll in a section of  MARN 2201  before you can enroll in MR 200 This course investigates the major aspects of physical, geological, chemical, and biological oceanography. Human impacts on the ocean environment are considered as well. The laboratory component provides hands-on experience with marine sampling, mapping, and measurements, as well as with computer simulations of ocean currents, tides, waves, and other oceanographic phenomena. Laboratory fee. 4 credits
  
  • MARN 2201 - Lab MARN 2200


    LAB MARN 2200  0 credits
  
  • MARN 2260 - Marine Vertebrate Zoology w/Lab


    Prerequisite: BIOL 1122  or BIOL 2254 . Corequisite: MARN 2261  - you must enroll in a section of MARN 2261  before you can enroll in MR 260 A survey of marine vertebrate phyla, focusing on taxonomy, evolutionary relationships, structure and function, physiological adaptations, and life modes. Laboratory includes real world and virtual examination of the structure and anatomy of representative taxa from the phyla, laboratory experiments, and observations on the behavioral responses of certain organisms to environmental stimuli. Laboratory fee. 4 credits
  
  • MARN 2261 - Lab MARN 2260


    LAB MARN 2260  0 credits
  
  • MARN 3300 - Marine Ecology with Lab


    Prerequisites: BIOL 2250  and BIOL 3320 . Corequisite: MARN 3301  - you must enroll in a section of  MARN 3301  before you can enroll in MR 300 Investigation of ecological structure and dynamics in marine and estuarine habitats at organismal, population, community, and ecosystem levels. Geographic aspects and human interactions with marine ecosystems are also considered. Designed around sprcific topics covered in lecture, the laboratory includes investigation of different types of estuarine and coastal habitats, field and laboratory techniques, and design of basic and applied marine ecological investigations. Some required weekend field classes. Laboratory fee. 4 credits
  
  • MARN 3301 - Lab MARN 3300


    LAB MARN 3300  0 credits
  
  • MARN 3310 - Marine Botany with Lab


    Prerequisites: BIOL 1122  or BIOL 2254 ; and MARN 2200 . Corequisite: MARN 3311  - you must enroll in a section of  MARN 3311  before you can enroll in MR 310 A survey of plant and algae taxa inhabiting the marine and estuarine environment. Emphasis will be placed on the form and function of the major groups and their adaptation to the marine environment. The laboratory section will include exercises in lower plant taxonomy and morphology. Experiments in plant physiology and field trips to study intertidal plant communities will be included. Laboratory fee. 4 credits
  
  • MARN 3311 - Lab MARN 3310


    LAB MARN 3310  0 credits
  
  • MARN 3320 - Marine Pollution


    Prerequisite: MARN 3300  A classification of the different forms of pollution in the marine environment. The fate and transport of different pollutants will be discussed as will the effects of pollutants on coastal and open marine ecosystems. 3 credits
  
  • MARN 3330 - Coastal Resources & Mgmt


    Prerequisite:MARN 3300  Examination of natural coastal resources, human uses and alterations, federal and international regulations shaping activities in the coastal zone, and coastal management at the international, federal, state, and local levels. Some weekend field classes may be required. 3 credits
  
  • MARN 3331 - Marine Conservation & Restoration


    Prerequisite: MARN 3300  An investigation into the conservation of marine resources and the science of habitat recovery and restoration. Topics will include fisheries conservation, case studies of restored coastal habitats, assessment procedures, and evaluation of ecological function in restored habitats. 3 credits
  
  • MARN 3361 - Animal Behavior


    Prerequisites: BIOL 3320  or MARN 2260  , junior or senior standing. This course will introduce upper-level undergraduates to the biological study of animal behavior. Students will learn how animals respond to and interact with the changing conditions in the world in which they exist. The course will be structured around Niko Tinbergen's classic four questions, in which behaviors are considered from the perspective of 1) mechanism, 2) ontogeny, 3) survival value, and 4) evolution. Examples will be drawn from across the animal kingdom, with a special emphasis on the behavior of marine organisms when appropriate. 3 credits
  
  • MARN 4410 - Marine Aquaculture and Biotechnology


    Prerequisite:MARN 3300  An examination of marine aquaculture and the use of marine resources in developing biotechnological products. The history of aquaculture and current aquaculture practices throughout the world are reviewed. Lectures are augmented by visits to commercial establishments and aquaculture research laboratories. The second portion of the course will focus on the development of marine biotechnology, marine products, and the relationship between aquaculture and marine biotechnology. Some required weekend field classes. 3 credits
  
  • MARN 4420 - Marine Biogeochemistry w/Lab


    Prerequisites: CHEM 1115 , CHEM 1116 , CHEM 1117 , CHEM 1118 , MARN 3300 . Corequisite: MARN 4421  - you must enroll in a section of  MARN 4421  before you can enroll in MR 420 A comprehensive study of the biogeochemistry of marine waters and sediments. Emphasis will be on biogeochemical cycling of key elements in marine and estuarine ecosystems and their role in global processes. Chemical analysis and field collection techniques together with experimentation into the partioning of chemical species among sediment, water, and biota will be conducted in the laboratory portion of the class. Laboratory fee. 4 credits
  
  • MARN 4421 - Lab MARN 4420


    LAB MARN 4420  0 credits
  
  • MARN 4501 - Marine Biology Senior Project I


    Prerequisites: marine biology major with senior standing Indi-vidual/group-based research in marine biology. Students will develop specific research projects, conduct literature searches, plan and conduct experiments, analyze the data, and present their findings in a written report and at a student conference at the end of the second semester. 3 credits
  
  • MARN 4502 - Marine Biology Senior Project II


    Prerequisites: marine biology major with senior standing Indi-vidual/group-based research in marine biology. Students will develop specific research projects, conduct literature searches, plan and conduct experiments, analyze the data, and present their findings in a written report and at a student conference at the end of the second semester. 3 credits
  
  • MARN 4590 - Special Topics


    Selected topics of special or current interest in the study of marine biology. 3 credits
  
  • MARN 4591 - Lab MARN 4590


    LAB MARN 4590  0 credits
  
  • MARN 4593 - Honors Thesis: Marine Biology


    Students in this course will complete their Honors Thesis in consultation with their Honors Thesis advisor. 3.00 credits
  
  • MARN 4599 - Independent Study


    Prerequisites: marine biology major, consent of the department. Weekly conferences with advisor. Opportunity for the student, under the direction of a faculty member, to explore an area of personal interest. A written report of the work carried out is required. 3 credits

Military Science

  
  • MILS 1101 - Innovative Military Team Leadership


    Students are introduced to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership.  Each student will learn the personal development of life skills such as goal setting, time management, physical fitness, and stress management as they relate to leadership and officership in the United States military. 1 credits
  
  • MILS 1102 - Introduction to Military Leadership


    Prerequisite and/or co-requisite: Participation in the ROTC program. This course builds knowledge of the leadership attributes and core leader competencies through the understanding of Army rank, structure and duties as well as broadening knowledge of land navigation and squad tactics. Case studies will provide a tangible context for learning the Soldier's Creed and Warrior Ethos as they apply in the contemporary operating environment. 1 credits
  
  • MILS 2201 - Foundations of Military Leadership


    This course explores the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles through the analysis of team dynamics and historical leadership models.  Students develop an understanding of personal motivation and team building through planning, executing and assessing team exercises. 2 credits
  
  • MILS 2202 - Foundations of Tactical Military Leadership


    Prerequisites and/or co-requisites: MILS 1102  or equivalent and participation in the ROTC program. This course examines the challenges of leading tactical teams in the complex contemporary operating environment. The course highlights the dimensions of terrain analysis, patrolling, and operations orders. Further study of the theoretical basis of the Army's leadership Requirements Model explores the dynamic of adaptive leadership in the context of military operations. 2 credits
  
  • MILS 3301 - Adaptive Tactical Military Leadership


    Prerequisites: MILS 2201 , MILS 2202  or equivalent. An advanced leadership course that prepares students for commissioning as an officer in the United States Army, Army National Guard or Army Reserve. Students develop knowledge of Army operations and planning. 3 credits
  
  • MILS 3302 - Applied Military Team Leadership


    Prerequisites and/or co-requisites: MILS 2202  or equivalent and participation in the ROTC program. This course will prepare students to apply and practice Army principles of leadership, officership, ethics, and values in leading small groups in tactical missions. The course also prepares students to participate successfully in the Army's Summer Leadership Assessment and Development Course. 3 credits
  
  • MILS 4401 - Developmental Military Leadership I


    Prerequisites: MILS 3301 , MILS 3302  or equivalent. Students learn how to train, mentor, and evaluate junior cadets as part of the advanced ROTC leadership training program.  This course transitions from the student being mentored and trained to becoming one of the leaders and mentors for junior ROTC cadets. 3 credits
  
  • MILS 4402 - Developmental Military Leadership II


    Prerequisites and/or co-requisites: MILS 2202  or equivalent; participation in the ROTC program. This course explores the dynamics of leading in the complex situations of current military operations in the contemporary operating environment. Students examine differences in customs and courtesies, military law, principles of war, and rules of engagement in the face of international terrorism. Students also explore aspects of interacting with non-government organizations, civilians on the battlefield, and host nation support. 3 credits
  
  • MILS 4457 - Military History


    Prerequisite: MILS 1102  or equivalent. Students completing this course will understand the history of warfare, the different strategic and tactical approaches employed in warfare, and the interconnection between society and warfare. 3 credits

Music Industry

  
  • MIND 2261 - Introduction to Music Industry


    An introduction to the music industry from the artist's point of view. Provides guidance to musicians and/or songwriters trying to break into the record industry. Topics include: overview of the music industry, songwriting and publishing, the copyright law, music licensing, artist management: agents and attorneys, and recording contracts. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 2262 - Production, Promotion & Distribution


    Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in MIND 2261 . An overview of the music industry from the record company's perspective. Provides guidance to music enthusiasts who want to become record company executives, sales managers, producers, etc. Topics include: record company administration; business aspects of record production; promotion, publicity, and distribution; recording studio management; radio station programming and management; music videos; the retail music store. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 3362 - Legal Issues, Copyrights & Contract


    Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in MIND 2261 . A comprehensive overview of the legal procedures, timings and agreements used in the music industry. Includes detailed study of the current copyright law, publishing contracts, licensing, the manager and/or agent agreement, the record company contract, AFM and AFTRA agreements, and ethical considerations in the music industry. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 3363 - Music Industry: Negotiations


    Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in  MIND 3362  or permission of the instructor.  An intense focus on various aspects of negotiations as it relates to the music industry. We will review major commentators on the topic and experience role-plays. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 3366 - Music Industry Seminar


    Prerequisite: a grade of C or highter in MIND 3362 . This course will cover current (headline) issues and examine trends in today's music industry. Every week, we will survey the main industry trade publications and websites. We will then choose a current topic, research it, and discuss it in detail. Whenever possible, industry leaders will be invited and they will provide their opinions, insight, and predictions. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 3367 - Critical Listening: The Producer


    Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in MIND 2261  or permission of the instructor. An in-depth analysis of what comprises listening to music. Areas of study include sonics, production, structure, orchestration, arrangement, performance, sequence, lyrics, and more. Modern classics reviewed include The Beatles, The Band, Phil Spector, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, and others. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 4450 - Special Topics


    Study of selected topics of special or current interest in music industry. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 4451 - Special Topics


    Study of selected topics of special or current interest in music industry. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 4452 - Special Topics


    Study of selected topics of special or current interest in music industry. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 4453 - Special Topics


    Study of selected topics of special or current interest in music industry. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 4454 - Special Topics


    Study of selected topics of special or current interest in music industry. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 4455 - Special Topics


    Study of selected topics of special or current interest in music industry. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 4456 - Special Topics


    Study of selected topics of special or current interest in music industry. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 4457 - Special Topics


    Study of selected topics of special or current interest in music industry. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 4458 - Special Topics


    Study of selected topics of special or current interest in music industry. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 4459 - Special Topics


    Study of selected topics of special or current interest in music industry. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 4461 - Internship in the Music Industry I


    Prerequisites: grades of C or higher in MIND 3362 . The purpose of this course is to provide the student with advanced on-the-job training via placement as an apprentice/intern in music industry companies such as recording studios, radio stations, music stores, record companies, etc. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 4462 - Internship in the Music Industry II


    Prerequisites: grades of C or higher in MIND 3362 . The purpose of this course is to provide the student with advanced on-the-job training via placement as an apprentice/intern in music industry companies such as recording studios, radio stations, music stores, record companies, etc. 3 credits
  
  • MIND 4593 - Honors Thesis: Music Industry


    Students in this course will complete their Honors Thesis in consultation with their Honors Thesis advisor. 3.00 credits
  
  • MIND 4599 - Independent Study


    Opportunity for the student under the direction of a faculty member to explore an area of personal interest. This course must be initiated by the student. 1-3 credit hours per semester with a maximum of 12 hours.
 

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