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ACCT 6201 - Financial Accounting I
Credits: 2
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of preparing and understanding financial statements targeted to external users.
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ACCT 6202 - Financial Accounting II
Credits: 2
Builds on ACCT 6201 and provides more in-depth coverage of how individual asset, liability, and equity accounts are measured and recognized in the financial statements. Prerequisite: ACCT 6201 .
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ACCT 6205 - Managerial Accounting I
Credits: 2
Demonstrates techniques for maximizing shareholder value by correctly assessing the financial outcomes of commonly recurring types of operating decisions. Techniques for identifying alternatives, assessing relevant costs, and choosing a course of action are illustrated with case studies involving decisions on pricing (including special order and private label pricing), production alternatives (including make or buy), and allocation of care resources. Topics include cost behavior, cost-volume-profit relations, cost system design and interpretation (including the use of actual costs and standard costs), and identifying the costs and revenues relevant to decisions. The course will probably have a case orientation. Prerequisite: ACCT 6201 .
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ACCT 6206 - Managerial Accounting II
Credits: 2
Continues the study begun in ACCT 6205 . Explores the use of cost data in planning and controlling operations. Describes techniques of cost measurement (variable costing, activity-based costing, and relevant costing) and their implications for cost management. Introduces management control (strategy implementation) in the decentralized organization, including variable costing, activity-based costing, activity-based management, strategic cost analysis, divisional profit center evaluation, and transfer pricing. Prerequisite: ACCT 6205 .
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ACCT 6208 - Audit Risks and Controls
Credits: 2
The fundamental concepts and applications of internal control over financial reporting risk as they relate to systems development and design, and to the integrated audit of internal controls over financial reporting in accordance with PCAOB Audit Standard 5. Also, fundamental auditing theory, practice, and procedures as they are applied to financial statement audits. Prerequisite: ACCT 6202 or enrollment in the M.S.A. program.
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ACCT 6210 - Financial Reporting and Analysis I
Credits: 2
Designed for those whose careers will require a more in-depth knowledge of financial statements than that provided by the required core financial accounting courses (ACCT 6201 , ACCT 6202 ). Focuses on issues relevant to M.B.A. students whose careers depend on their ability to analyze financial statements. Topics include deferred taxes, leases, discontinued operations, accounting write-offs, and restructuring charges, and analysis of the statement of cash flows. Recommended: ACCT 6211 , ACCT 6212 . Prerequisite: ACCT 6202 or enrollment in the M.S.A. program.
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ACCT 6211 - Financial Statement Analysis
Credits: 2
Students develop a framework for analyzing financial statements and apply it to a series of real-world situations via cases (one a week). Financial statement analysis assesses a firm along multiple dimensions, including the firm’s success (or lack thereof) in executing its strategy (business model); the firm’s competitive position within its industry; the firm’s financial policies and their effect on firm risk, performance, and quality of earnings; and a range of other activities undertaken by the firm. Prerequisite: ACCT 6202 or enrollment in the M.S.A. program.
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ACCT 6212 - Financial Reporting and Analysis II
Credits: 2
Similar to ACCT 6210 , this course is designed for students whose careers will require a more in-depth knowledge of financial statements than that provided by the required core financial accounting courses (ACCT 6201 , ACCT 6202 ). Topics include off-balance-sheet financing, accounting for pensions and postretirement benefits, accounting for stock options, and earnings per share. Prerequisite: ACCT 6202 or currently enrolled in M.S.A. program.
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ACCT 6213 - Accounting-Based Valuation
Credits: 2
Covers the analysis of financial information (particularly firms’ financial statements) for making decisions to invest in businesses. Methods to determine stock value using fundamental analysis are examined in detail and applied in situations involving listed companies. Particular emphasis is given to the accounting-based valuation models. The appeal of these models is that valuation is based on accounting data; these data are not only available ex post but they are also commonly available ex ante as forecasts. Topics include a comparison of accounting, dividend, and cash flow-based approaches to valuation; methods of financial statement analysis, including ratio analysis; and the analysis of risk. Also, dealing with accounting issues and forecasting firms’ future performance. Prerequisite: ACCT 6202 or enrollment in the M.S.A. program.
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ACCT 6214 - Mergers and Acquisitions
Credits: 2
Detailed examination of the controversial nature of mergers, acquisitions, and consolidations accounting, with a focus on the differential impact of alternative methods of accounting for economically similar transactions and the implications of the same for managerial behavior, valuation, and investors. Reviews the revised merger accounting standards (SFAS 141/142), which require that all mergers be accounted for using one method, while GAAP still affords significant discretion to managers in implementing these standards. Insights generated from discussions of the M&A setting are applied to various other scenarios where managers can influence or dictate accounting choice. Explores the important differences in U.S. GAAP and IFRS and their implications, given the FASB’s harmonization project with IASB. Includes discussion of accounting issues associated with other corporate restructuring transactions such as LBOs, spin-offs, and carve-outs. Prerequisite: ACCT 6202 or enrollment in the M.S.A. program.
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ACCT 6215 - Advanced Topics in Accounting
Credits: 2
Covers a series of advanced topics in financial accounting, including futures, options, and swaps and how they are accounted for; foreign currency transactions and how to account for hedging instruments related to those transactions; how to translate foreign currency statements for purposes of consolidation; SEC reporting requirements; and how to account for bankruptcy. Prerequisite or corequisite: ACCT 6202 or enrollment in the M.S.A. program.
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ACCT 6216 - Emerging Issues in Financial Accounting
Credits: 2
This course examines several significant financial accounting issues being raised by the SEC as to the appropriateness of application in practice. After completing this course, students should 1) have a better understanding of the issues related to the application of the section of the codification, 2) understand practice concerns, and 3) understand the disclosures required to report the issues. Prerequisite: ACCT 6202 or enrolled in the M.S.A. program.
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ACCT 6218 - Forensic Accounting and Financial-Statement Fraud
Credits: 2
Imparts a detailed understanding of forensic accounting and the practical applications of forensics within the accounting profession. Fast-paced course that immerses students in the forensic accounting field, with a focus on litigation consulting, fraud investigation, damage quantification, and expert testimony. Provides real-world exposure and requires each student to observe a civil legal proceeding in a state or federal court (for at least 1 hour, outside of class). Through individual and group activities, students study cases to gain an understanding of forensic accounting processes, roles, and responsibilities. Upon completion of the course, students are able to work effectively as a member of a forensic accounting engagement team. Prerequisite: ACCT 6202 or enrollment in the M.S.A. program.
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ACCT 6219 - Leadership Skills for the Accounting Professional
Credits: 2
This course examines key elements of business leadership for those entering the accounting profession. It involves the analysis of technical accounting principles, market trends, and historical business events in the context of business decision-making. It provides students with an opportunity to actively engage in group discussions on the following topics: leading others, making ethical decisions, leading organizational change, connecting financial analysis with business strategy, and leading through innovation. Students develop their personal skills in team building, effective business presentations, and business writing. Students also learn other skills that enhance their leadership effectiveness, including the use of emotional intelligence and navigating organizational governance and power structures. Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in the M.S.A. program.
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ACCT 6220 - Accounting Data Analytics
Credits: 2
Introduces issues that arise in asking the right questions when employing data analytics in an accounting context. Students gain a strong foundation in what is possible today with data analytics. Topics include understanding the question(s) or issues being investigated, determining what data is available, common issues that arise in gathering data, practical experience with data analysis tools, and presentation of information to others. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the M.S.A. program or by permission.
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ACCT 6221 - Accounting Issues in Financial Due Diligence
Credits: 2
Deals with the analysis of accounting information, particularly financial statements, to determine historical and pro forma performance by ascertaining and analyzing normalized EBITDA, working capital, and key value drivers of the business. The primary focus is on understanding the investment cycle of a mergers and acquisitions deal, understanding financial statements, and learning how to properly analyze a company’s normalized level of operations with consideration given to both historical performance and anticipated changes going forward. Methods to determine EBITDA, working capital, and other key financial metrics using historical analysis and forecasting, will be examined in detail and applied in situations involving a variety of real world examples. Prerequisite: ACCT 6202 or enrollment in the M.S.A. program. (*updated* 12/12/2017; effective Spring 2018)
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ACCT 6226 - Accounting Information Systems
Credits: 2
Enhances students’ auditing, SOX 404 consulting, and enterprise risk mitigation skills. Focuses on business processes, internal controls, and information technology as well as the tools for documenting these, namely, flowcharts, control matrices, and policy and procedure manuals. Covers topics assessed in the information technology portion of the CPA exam. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the M.S.A. program.
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ACCT 6238 - Taxation of Mergers and Acquisitions
Credits: 2
This course explores advanced corporate tax issues primarily surrounding the federal income taxation of mergers and acquisitions. In this course, students learn the requirements necessary to affect various forms of tax-free reorganizations and the ancillary tax issues to consider when advising clients on business combinations. As time allows, students also cover the general requirements of forming real estate investment trusts and certain international considerations relevant in the mergers and acquisitions context. Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in M.S.A. program or by permission.
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ACCT 6239 - Tax Research
Credits: 2
This course is designed to provide a foundation from which students can effectively identify, research, and resolve tax issues. Students will learn how to assess the appropriateness of authoritative sources and communicate the results of tax research clearly and concisely to the intended audiences of their tax memorandums. Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in M.S.A. program or by permission.
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ACCT 6240 - Advanced Partnership Taxation
Credits: 2
Builds on ACCT 6248 and provides additional in-depth coverage of tax issues related to the formation, operation, and dissolution of corporations and partnerships. Prerequisite: ACCT 6248 .
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ACCT 6241 - Seminar in International Taxation
Credits: 2
Surveys basic issues in international, state, and local income taxation. Topics on international taxation issues include taxation on foreign operations of U.S. individuals and corporations, U.S. taxation of foreign individuals and corporations, foreign tax credits, U.S. possessions taxation, foreign tax credits, sourcing of income, and Section 482 reallocation of income adjustments. Topics on state and local income taxation issues include an analysis of nexus issues, unitary versus nonunitary tax regimes, and the allocation and apportionment of income and expenses. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the M.S.A. program or by permission.
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ACCT 6242 - Accounting for Income Taxes
Credits: 2
Provides a systematic analysis of the provisions of FAS 109, “Accounting for Income Taxes,” and FIN 48, “Accounting for Tax Uncertainties.” Includes the calculation of the current and deferred provision for income taxes, the effect of changes in the tax rate, the impact of net operating losses, the need for and calculation of a tax valuation account, and the calculation of and disclosures needed for tax uncertainty positions. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the M.S.A. program or by permission.
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ACCT 6243 - Assurance Methodology
Credits: 2
Presents audit theory and procedures applied to the integrated audit of internal controls over financial reporting. Consideration is given to understanding relationships with clients, substantive testing, and audit documentation. In addition, client, industry, and technical research are applied to high-risk audit areas. Prerequisite: ACCT 6208 or enrollment in the M.S.A. program.
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ACCT 6244 - Audit Research
Credits: 2
Presents audit theory and procedures applied to the integrated audit of internal controls over financial reporting. Consideration is given to audit wrap-up procedures and to writing reports, reviews, and compilations. In addition, client, industry, and technical research are applied to high-risk audit areas. Prerequisite: ACCT 6243 .
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ACCT 6246 - Noncorporate Entity Accounting
Credits: 2
Focuses on financial reporting by government entities and nonprofit organizations. Covers accounting for partnerships, including the formation and termination of partnerships. Required course for M.S.A. students and recommended for anyone interested in bank lending. Prerequisite: ACCT 6202 or enrollment in the M.S.A. program.
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ACCT 6248 - Advanced Corporate Taxation
Credits: 2
This course examines basic issues in the tax treatment of corporations and their shareholders, including corporate formations, a variety of corporate distributions to shareholders (both liquidating and nonliquidating distributions), and tax considerations in the sale of corporate businesses. Grades are given for this course and ACCT 6249 at the end of the second course - the same grade for each course. To receive a passing grade in either course, the student must complete both. Prerequisite: Currently enrolled in M.S.A. program or by permission.
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ACCT 6249 - Entity Taxation
Credits: 2
Surveys issues related to partnership and S-corporation taxation, multijurisdictional taxation, international and multistate taxation, and estate tax planning. Grades are given for this course and ACCT 6248 at the end of the second course - the same grade for each course. To receive a grade in either course, the student must complete both. Prerequisite: ACCT 6248 .
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ACCT 6280 - M.S.A. Intermediate Accounting I
Credits: 2
Theory and techniques for construction of corporate financial reports for use by stockholders, creditors, and other analysts. Prerequisite: Permission of department chair. Restricted to Cox M.S.A. students.
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ACCT 6281 - M.S.A. Intermediate Accounting II
Credits: 2
Continuation of ACCT 6280 . Prerequisite: Permission of department chair. Restricted to Cox M.S.A. students.
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ACCT 6282 - M.S.A. Federal Income Tax I
Credits: 2
A conceptual basis and structure for the determination of income taxes. Tax research methods are used in preparing tax returns, solving problems, and planning business decisions. Prerequisite: Permission of department chair. Restricted to Cox M.S.A. students.
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ACCT 6295 - Directed Studies in Accounting
Credits: 2
The student works directly with a professor on a specific project or projects. Credit is given based upon evaluation by the professor. Students are responsible for submitting a proposal to a professor for directed studies credit.
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ACCT 6380 - M.S.A. Intermediate Accounting I
Credits: 3
Theory and techniques for construction of corporate financial reports for use by stockholders, creditors, and other analysts. Prerequisite: Permission of department chair. Restricted to Cox M.S.A. students.
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ACCT 6495 - Directed Studies in Accounting
Credits: 4
The student works directly with a professor on a specific project or projects. Credit is given based upon evaluation by the professor. Students are responsible for submitting a proposal to a professor for directed studies credit.
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Artist Diploma Private Studies |
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ADPR 7200 - Private Study
Credits: 2
One 1-hour lesson per week (14 per term). Repeatable course offered each fall, spring, and summer. Students are required to accept internships in performance or private teaching, subject to availability and/or scheduling conflicts with other SMU courses. Internships may begin prior to the beginning of the term. Prerequisite: Auditioned acceptance into the Artist Diploma program.
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ADPR 7300 - Private Study
Credits: 3
One 90-minute lesson per week (14 per term). Repeatable course offered each fall, spring, and summer. Students are required to accept internships in performance or private teaching, subject to availability and/or scheduling conflicts with other SMU courses. Internships may begin prior to the beginning of the term. Prerequisite: Auditioned acceptance into the Artist Diploma program.
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ADRE 7001 - Artist Diploma Recital
Credits: 0
Solo performance of approximately 1 hour of music or specific recital requirements of student’s performance area. Graded pass/fail by committee.
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ADRE 7101 - Artist Diploma Recital
Credits: 1
Solo performance of approximately 1 hour of music or specific recital requirements of student’s performance area. Graded pass/fail by committee.
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ADRE 7201 - Artist Diploma Recital
Credits: 2
Solo performance of approximately 1 hour of music or specific recital requirements of student’s performance area. Graded pass/fail by committee.
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Advertising |
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ADV 6101 - Special Topics
Credits: 1.5
Advanced study of current issues in advertising, with specialized topic(s) defined for intensive examination.
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ADV 6102 - Purpose-Driven Marketing
Credits: 1.5
Explores the best practices for brands wanting to connect with consumers through a higher purpose. Topics include choosing partners, impact on employees, organizational culture change, and profit.
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ADV 6103 - Business-To-Business Advertising
Credits: 1.5
Examines how to grow your business by selling to business customers. Uses market development frameworks to create compelling value propositions for (B2B) advertisers. Topics include the following: the B2B marketing mix including mass media, targeted trade advertising, sales collateral, corporate sponsorships, tradeshows and events, promotional materials, inbound marketing campaigns, and targeted social media. Discusses how to manage a B2B marketing budget and prospecting pipeline and the key performance indicators associated with meeting revenue targets.
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ADV 6110 - Directed Study
Credits: 1
This is an independent study under the direction and supervision of a full-time faculty member. A directed study is a close collaboration between the professor and an advanced student who conducts a rigorous project that goes beyond the experience available in course offerings. The student must secure written permission from the instructor and return a completed Directed Studies Approval Form to the Temerlin Advertising Institute Office before the start of the term. Instructor and departmental consent required.
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ADV 6301 - Special Topics
Credits: 3
Advanced study of current issues in advertising, with specialized topic(s) defined for intensive examination.
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ADV 6310 - Directed Study
Credits: 3
Independent study under the direction and supervision of a full-time faculty member. A directed study is a close collaboration between the professor and an advanced student who conducts a rigorous project that goes beyond the experience available in course offerings. The student must secure written permission from the instructor and return a completed Directed Studies Approval Form to the Temerlin Advertising Institute Office before the start of the term. Instructor and departmental consent required.
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ADV 6311 - Thesis
Credits: 3
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ADV 6312 - Thesis
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ADV 6311 .
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ADV 6317 - Consumer Insight and Persuasion
Credits: 3
Focuses on applying knowledge from a variety of social sciences to the study of consumers, both as individuals and as members of larger groups. Draws upon theories from many disciplines to study the behavior of consumers from the standpoint of culture, sub-culture, social class, social groups, and family, all with a focus on advertising ramifications. Includes motivations, attitudes, beliefs and learning and ethical considerations in cross-cultural advertising.
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ADV 6320 - Social Media Engagement Strategies
Credits: 3
Students explore ways to deliver messages to audiences using a variety of traditional and nontraditional media. Emphasis is placed on the development of delivery systems that can maximize consumers’ engagement with marketing messages. Topics covered include word-of-mouth, viral marketing, social media marketing, cause-related marketing, product placement, and customer relationship management.
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ADV 6325 - Practicum: Executive Internship
Credits: 3
Intensive advertising industry work experience through a term-long placement of 20 hours per week for 15 weeks. Agencies and corporations assign students to long-term clients and projects. Prerequisites: ADV 6372 , ADV 6374 .
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ADV 6362 - Account Management
Credits: 3
Enables students to understand what makes advertising agency account managers successful. Examines the personal and performance qualities that characterize successful account managers. Emphasis is placed on interpersonal skills, problem-solving skills, and discussions of advertising industry situations.
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ADV 6365 - Marketing Communications Management
Credits: 3
In-depth examination of strategic messaging, target audiences, compelling brand platforms, brand portfolio management, brand equity building, online branding, global brand building, metrics and measurement, and marketing communications. Students participate in contemporary case analyses on a team and individually, studying branding issues and contemporary brand-building best practices.
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ADV 6371 - Advertising as A Cultural Force
Credits: 3
Does advertising take its cues from culture, or is it a trendsetting change agent that deliberately or unintentionally shapes society based on what is being advertised? Topics include the development of corporate images, racial and gender stereotypes, persuasive strategies, and international cultural differences. Highlights pertinent agencies, ideas, movements, events, and people from the past and present, as well as future trends. Using case studies from around the world, students consider the potential impact for good or bad that advertising can have on people and cultures, given the industry’s power and influence.
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ADV 6372 - Responsibility and Social Entrepreneurship
Credits: 3
Topics for this seminar include identifying the agents of change in the industry and what sets them apart, defining responsibility and where and how it manifests itself in the field of advertising, and determining how responsible advertising evolves into an agent of cultural change. Weekly lectures, guest speakers, and review of contemporary literature and case studies assist students in formulating educated responses. Prerequisites: ADV 6317 , ADV 6371 , ADV 6383 .
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ADV 6374 - International Advertising
Credits: 3
Advertising in today’s global market economy demands a clear understanding of the environmental and cultural influences on the communication process. Specifically, tomorrow’s professionals understand how the rapidly changing global environment influences marketing and advertising decisions about research, management, strategy, media, execution, and a host of other important advertising related issues. Examines the influence of culture on the consumer behavior process and responses to advertising. Students learn to recognize and vocalize similarities and differences between countries and consumers based on tangible cultural indicators. Provides the necessary tools to effectively communicate and advertise products in a global marketplace. Prerequisites: ADV 6317 , ADV 6371 , ADV 6383 .
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ADV 6383 - Creativity as Problem-Solving
Credits: 3
A seminar devoted to the understanding and application of creative thinking as a resource in all facets of the industry, with a focus on innovation, change, strategic planning, and organizational dynamics as they are informed by creative approaches. Study of important theories about creativity and review of case studies provide the basis for class discussions. Group projects and industry monitoring offer opportunities to apply learning.
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ADV 6384 - Concepting
Credits: 3
A workshop for developing ideation skills and helping students self-identify as art directors or writers. Students acquire techniques and develop personal discipline inherent to the generation of novel, sophisticated creative work based on a solid concept - the distinctive, guiding idea that drives campaign messages. Assignments are evaluated in group critiques, and each student completes a final portfolio by term’s end.
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ADV 6385 - Portfolio
Credits: 3
A workshop course devoted to the continued development and professional-level execution of an advertising portfolio reflecting mastery of strategic and conceptual thinking. Work is prepared and evaluated to satisfy highest industry standards for placement. A jury of creative professionals reviews portfolios at an end-of-term critique. Restricted to advertising graduate students.
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ADV 6390 - Production Studio
Credits: 3
Students learn the basic principles of advertising design and production in tandem with the use of industry-standard hardware and software programs, including the Adobe Creative Suite.
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ADV 6391 - Research Metrics
Credits: 3
A focus on the interpretation and application of research information to make decisions about marketing communication strategies. Emphasis is placed on the use of data as an aid to problem-solving and on the need to critically evaluate the quality of different types and sources of data. Addresses why measurement is important. Negotiates the meaning of words like “relevance” and “engagement.” Examines how to conduct and assess measurement across multiple media. Discusses the who, what, and why of research metrics and the likely impact of measurement on the evolution of interactive media.
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ADV 6392 - Qualitative/Quantitative Research
Credits: 3
Covers the entire research process: development of research questions; qualitative methods, including focus groups, in-depth interviews, and participant observation; quantitative methods, including surveys and experiments; sampling; data analysis; and communicating the result. The course also addresses important research concepts, including validity, reliability, and ethics.
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ADV 6393 - Account Planning
Credits: 3
Covers the research-based and consumer-centered approach to strategic development of advertising. Expands on qualitative and quantitative research practices used in advertising, as well as specific planning techniques. Students create strategic briefs, report on primary and secondary research among consumers, and contribute to the creative and media strategies of an advertising campaign.
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ADV 6395 - Advanced Portfolio
Credits: 3
Students continue development of an advertising portfolio. Special focus is given to the development of nontraditional and alternative media strategies. Students develop self-promotional materials to complement the portfolio. A jury of creative professionals reviews portfolios at an end-of-term critique. Prerequisite: ADV 6385 . Restricted to advertising graduate students.
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ADV 6396 - Advanced Research Project
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: ADV 6391 , ADV 6392 .
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ADV 6399 - Advertising Campaigns
Credits: 3
Integrating major advertising principles, students work directly with an advertising agency to develop and present a real-world advertising campaign project for one of the agency’s clients. Students use knowledge of research, strategy and planning, and media and creative execution, and they develop presentation techniques and team dynamics. Prerequisite: ADV 6320 .
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Arts Management and Arts Entrepreneurship |
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AMAE 6051 - Practicum
Credits: 0
Spring of first year, 10 hours per week.
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AMAE 6053 - Practicum
Credits: 0
Fall of second year, 10 hours per week.
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AMAE 6054 - Practicum
Credits: 0
Spring of second year, 10 hours per week.
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AMAE 6201 - Introduction to Arts Management
Credits: 2
This course integrates arts management theory and practices from a variety of arts disciplines. The goals of the course are to explore management of arts organizations locally, nationally, and internationally.
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AMAE 6202 - Strategic Planning in the Arts
Credits: 2
Focuses on the role of long-range planning in arts institutions, including alignment of organizational mission with strategic objectives, organizational capacity, and capital structure. After an in-depth analysis of an arts organization, students construct an appropriate, detailed strategic plan.
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AMAE 6205 - Nonprofit Financial Management
Credits: 2
Emphasizes financial and operational management of nonprofit arts organizations. Also, budgeting as a reflection of the art form; as a means of fiscal prediction and control; and as a vehicle of communication among staff, trustees, and the organization’s other constituencies.
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AMAE 6215 - Independent Study: In-Depth Industry Exploration
Credits: 2
This research course will give students an opportunity to fully explore the structural and managerial specifics of their arts industry discipline of choice, including collective bargaining agreements, current trends and pressing issues, programming management, and technology.
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AMAE 6221 - Legal Issues in the Arts
Credits: 2
Students will examine, debate, and critically assess legal and ethical aspects of creating and interacting with works of the visual and performing arts and the relationships between and among creators, performers, dealers, collectors, arts institutions, and the public.
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AMAE 6222 - Audience Development and Marketing in the Arts
Credits: 2
Development of external and internal marketing plans, including the following topics: audience development, market segmentation, promotional strategies, sponsorships, e-market research, customer service, and media relations.
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AMAE 6223 - Fundraising in the Arts
Credits: 2
Examination of strategies for raising funds in the private and public sectors, including the process of researching, preparing, and managing individual and corporate gifts as well as foundation and government grants.
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AMAE 6224 - Advanced Fundraising Strategy
Credits: 2
This course offers students an advanced exploration of fundraising. Primary emphasis is on development of strategies for annual fund development; major gifts; capital campaigns; prospect research; and institutional fundraising, including government funding. Prerequisite: AMAE 6223 .
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AMAE 6225 - Economics of Arts and Culture
Credits: 2
This course explores the influence of cultural economics on the production, financing, and consumption of arts and culture, and their mechanisms. The course focuses on these topics: the demand and supply of art; the market of the visual arts; the market of the performing arts; the audiovisual industry and other cultural industries; cultural heritage and cultural tourism; art value and pricing; copies and fakes; artists’ labor market; and habits, dynamics, and social interactions in cultural consumption. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the M.A./M.B.A. program or permission of instructor.
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AMAE 6275 - Social Entrepreneurship: Creating a Movement and Innovating Through Social Good
Credits: 2
Explores how to use one’s talents, passions, and interests to address world problems with innovative solutions that result in movements and cultural change. Special focus on learning to build a business that not only realizes success but also aids those in need.
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AMAE 6304 - Arts Administration Internship
Credits: 3
An internship with a professional arts organization in the field of the student’s specialty. A sampling of past internships includes Arena Stage, the Art Institute of Chicago, the Seattle Repertory Theatre, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, the Guthrie Theatre, the Lyric Opera of Chicago, the Minnesota Orchestra, New York City Ballet, and the San Francisco Opera, as well as the American Association of Museums in Washington, D.C.
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AMAE 6315 - Directed Studies in Arts Administration
Credits: 3
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AMAE 6321 - Law and the Arts
Credits: 3
Examines laws and legal implications relating to 1) the activities of visual and performing arts organizations; 2) the creation, acquisition, use, transfer, and disposition of works of visual and performing arts and related intellectual properties; 3) the interests, obligations, and relationships of creators, users, and consumers of the arts; 4) and broader domestic and international issues impacting the art world.
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AMAE 6325 - Cultural Economics
Credits: 3
Explores the mechanisms and influence of cultural economics on the production, financing, and consumption of arts and culture. Focuses on the demand and supply of art; the market of visual arts; the market of the performing arts; the audiovisual industry and other cultural industries; cultural heritage and cultural tourism; art value and pricing; copies and fakes; artists’ labor market; and habits, dynamics, and social interactions in cultural consumption. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the M.A./M.B.A. program or permission of instructor.
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AMAE 6326 - Cultural Policy
Credits: 3
Provides an overview of policy analysis and practice of the cultural sector in its different areas (heritage, visual and performing arts, etc.) and perspectives. Analyzes historical and theoretical backgrounds of cultural policy; cultural policies in practice (stylized facts and geographical and political divergence at local, national, and international levels); evaluation of cultural policies and their socioeconomic impact; culture, diversity, and development; and cultural access and arts education.
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AMAE 6331 - International Arts/Business Exchange with Bocconi University
Credits: 3
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AMAE 6332 - International Arts/Business Exchange with Bocconi University
Credits: 3
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AMAE 6333 - International Arts/Business Exchange with Bocconi University
Credits: 3
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AMAE 6334 - International Arts/Business Exchange with Bocconi University
Credits: 3
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AMAE 6375 - Social Entrepreneurship: Creating a Movement and Innovating Through Social Good
Credits: 3
Explores how to use one’s talents, passions, and interests to address world problems with innovative solutions that result in movements and cultural change. Special focus on learning to build a business that not only realizes success but also aids those in need.
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AMAE 6387 - Attracting Capital: Donors, Investors, and Public Funds
Credits: 3
This course focuses on strategies for attracting capital for new arts-related ventures, whether for-profit or nonprofit. Each capital market is explored for its defining characteristics, mechanisms, and motivations. Students develop skills in preparing funding proposals and pitching their ideas to potential funders.
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AMAE 6390 - Developing an Arts Venture Plan: Legal, Strategic, and Practical Issues
Credits: 3
Through this course, students 1) develop an idea for an unmet need in the marketplace; 2) create a plan for the intended impact of their service or product and the model for how that change will take place; 3) analyze the environmental, industry-related, legal, and market-related factors that will influence the success of their new venture; 4) analyze the risks involved with launching their new venture; and 5) develop a plan for the human, financial, space-related, and other resource needs that will be necessary to launch their venture.
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ANTH 5310 - Human Osteology: Biology of the Human Skeleton
Credits: 3
Analysis of the human musculoskeletal system in both forensic and ancient contexts. In this laboratory course, students will learn the measurement and assessment of sex, age, race and stature.
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ANTH 5334 - History of Anthropology, Part One
Credits: 3
Analytical history of anthropology from the Classical period to the 20th century. Explains the content and development of theory, method, and interpretation.
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ANTH 5335 - History of Anthropology, Part Two
Credits: 3
Traces the theoretical developments in ethnology and archaeology from 1960 to the present, with intense readings and a focus on the potential utility of theoretical coherence in the discipline.
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ANTH 5336 - Health in Cross-Cultural Perspective
Credits: 3
Cross-cultural study of the cultural construction and social organization of medical systems in preindustrial and industrialized societies, including the political economy of health, ethnomedicine, international health, ethnopharmacology, and bioethics. Prerequisites: ANTH 3301, ANTH 3306 or approval of instructor.
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ANTH 5344 - Research Methods in Ethnology
Credits: 3
Examination of methodologies and techniques appropriate for different types of ethnological research.
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ANTH 5381 - Field Methods in Archaeology
Credits: 3
Methods of excavation, recording, and interpretation used in archaeological research. Students may petition to have this course fulfill the lab science requirement. (Fort Burgwin Research Center)
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ANTH 5382 - Field Methods in Archaeology
Credits: 3
Methods of excavation, recording, and interpretation used in archaeological research. Students may petition to have this course fulfill the lab science requirement. (Fort Burgwin Research Center)
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ANTH 5681 - Field Methods in Archaeology
Credits: 6
Participants are engaged in all aspects of archaeological field and laboratory research, including excavation, recording of finds, survey mapping of sites, laboratory analyses of archaeological materials, and interpretation of intact archaeological contexts. (Fort Burgwin Research Center)
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ANTH 5981 - Field Methods in Archaeology
Credits: 9
Participants are engaged in all aspects of archaeological field and laboratory research, including excavation, recording of finds, survey mapping of sites, laboratory analyses of archaeological materials, and interpretation of intact archaeological contexts. (Fort Burgwin Research Center)
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ANTH 6033 - Proseminar on Ethics in Archaeology
Credits: 0
Focuses on ethical issues in current archaeology, including collaboration with descendant communities, study of human remains, repatriation of cultural property, and research collaboration in international contexts.
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ANTH 6034 - Teaching Seminar
Credits: 0
Teaching seminar for graduate students.
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