Courses

INDES 179 - Perspective Drawing

• Identify many applications of drawing in art and design.
• Apply the full range of graphics techniques and standards used in the focus area.
• Describe how to create life-like representation of real forms and how to select appropriate approaches and technique to create effective drawings.
• Perform proportional relationships to drawings by utilizing ratios and measurements.
• Analyze, identify and capture the effects of 1 point perspectives.
• Name both historical, and relevant, Interior Design Spaces in Seattle through on-site drawing sessions and on-site observations.

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INDES 194 - Special Topics in Interior Design

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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INDES 195 - Special Topics in Interior Design

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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INDES 196 - Special Topics in Interior Design

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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INDES 197 - Special Topics in Interior Design

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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INDES 220 - Design Drawing

• Understand a range of design drawings used by interior designers, and realize individual potential through design drawing practice.   
• Produce freehand drawings using line, structure, tonal value, texture, and composition to convey spatial depth, design details, and abstract concepts.   
• Convey spatial depth, scale, light, and detail in two- and three-dimensional representations of the built environment.   
• Use established and emerging technology to produce, archive, share, and augment traditional drawing practices.   
• Select appropriate media, technology, image views, drawing size and scale, to effectively communicate design ideas.   
• Constructively and objectively critique design drawings as an iterative method of continuous quality improvement.   
• Build a lifelong habit of sketchbook practices, using a variety of drawing methods and media to communicate design ideas.   

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INDES 242 - Interior Materials & Sources

• Demonstrate an understanding by applying information about the major fibers, their properties and how that relates to selection for appropriate end uses, by successfully completing exam questions and projects.
• Cite guidelines/criteria of varied pieces of federal legislation as they apply to fabrics, by successfully completing exam questions.
• Cite ADA guidelines for interior finish applications.
• Identify material testing standards for appropriate for material selection.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of sources for materials and products by successfully completing exam questions and projects.
• Must demonstrate that materials and products are appropriately selected and applied on the basis of their properties and performance criteria, by successfully completing exam questions and projects.
• Demonstrate knowledge of installation methods (for example, carpet, resilient flooring, wall covering) by successfully completing exam questions and projects.
• Demonstrate knowledge of material maintenance requirements, by successfully completing exam questions and projects.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of sustainable resources, and environmental issues such as VOCs and LEED by successfully completing exam questions and projects.
• Must demonstrate understanding of the impact on health and welfare and interior materials, by successfully completing exam questions.
  
  

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INDES 255 - Seminar in Built Environments: Global Context

• Explain the relevance of cultural themes and theoretical ideas that shape built environments in both global and local contexts 
• Identify and explain the diversity of ways in which spaces are created and used by different cultures 
• Recognize and identify ways in which their individual experience of global and local urban landscapes compares to those of other contemporary world cultures. 
• Recognize and discuss how world views regarding power relations, diversity and globalization, are shaped by a personal experience of the built environment. 
• Articulate a pluralistic view of the built environment to more effectively empathize and cooperate with people from various backgrounds. 

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INDES 262 - Introduction to Computer- Aided Design

• Employ computer hardware, peripherals, operating system and software skills and knowledge in the design process to demonstrate their appropriate use in design presentation and documentation.
• Produce drafted lines, using computer aided drafting application, with appropriate thickness, opacity, and precision.
• Produce a legible and consistent style of conventional architectural lettering using computer aided drafting programs to convey written information.
• Create technically accurate two-dimensional depictions of interior spaces and objects using drawing commands and printing them to proper architectural scale.
• Demonstrate basic proficiency with two-dimensional drawing and productivity commands by tutorial practice and application of basic computer aided drafting skills in an interior design documentation project.
• Select and use appropriate computer aided drafting tools and procedures in the design process, and appraise the benefits of using a computer aided drafting system versus manual drafting, by applying comparable computer aided drafting drafting techniques to produce an interior design documentation project.

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INDES 263 - AutoCAD for Interior Design

• Master fundamental AutoCAD skills in preparation for further training and professional practice.
• Produce drafted lines with appropriate thickness, opacity, and precision for presenting floor plans, elevations, section views, and detail drawings.
• Produce orthographic presentation drawings using appropriate line, shape, texture, color, annotation.
• Manage drawing information using layers, file naming, composition, scale, annotation, and external references.
• Create scale drawings for multi-sheet contract documents and presentations.
• Use computers and printers, operating system and AutoCAD software for design and graphic communication.
• Identify and evaluate appropriate uses of AutoCAD in the design process.

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INDES 265 - Design Illustration

• Understand the appropriate illustration methods for visually communicating design ideas throughout various phases of the interior design process.
• Select appropriate 2D and 3D compositions and illustration techniques to produce images of effective size and scale, color and print quality, and presentation mode.
• Create color and achromatic illustrations that convincingly depict a three-dimensional concept of space, including scale, form, proportion, depth, light, texture, color, materiality, relevant detail, and human relationship to the built environment and landscape.
• Use established and emerging technology (for example, raster and vector image software, 3D modeling and rendering software, VR and AR) to create and present illustrations, and augment traditional illustration practices.
• Combine two-dimensional design fundamentals and graphic design standards with completed illustrations to visually communicate a design narrative.
• Manage digital files with greater efficiency for archiving, production, and sharing. 

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INDES 267 - Design Presentation

• Apply graphic design fundamentals and strategies to produce a visual presentation that conveys a distinct project identity and effectively explains a design problem, intent, and solution.
• Discriminate between various presentation strategies, graphic software tools, technologies, and production processes, and choose the applications most appropriate to the narrative message and design context.
• Identify and produce professional quality presentation content, including text and image objects, data, research, and well-written narrative.
• Analyze the efficacy of various presentation methods through individual and group critique. 

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INDES 269 - Introduction to Rhinoceros 3D

• Prepare accurate, organized, efficiently constructed three-dimensional models of objects, architectural forms and interior spaces in Rhinoceros
• Using Rhinoceros software, identify and apply the appropriate basic concepts required to navigate, create, and modify three-dimensional models
• Produce renderings for use in project presentations employing Rhinoceros software as well as the Flamingo plug-in for Rhinoceros

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INDES 273 - Interior Design Studio III

• Understand the role and purpose of space programming, concept development, and schematic iterations in the design process.
• Present visual evidence and written statements to communicate design intent and validate solutions relative to the project objectives.
• Define and organize space and form by successfully employing the elements and principles of design.
• Apply space programming skills in the interior design process, including problem identification, client needs analysis, and relevant project context research, and presenting findings in written, oral, and visual communication.
• Develop design solutions through a variety of media, including sketches, models, collage, diagrams, space plans and other schematic studies that employ architectural and graphic communication standards.
• Design spaces that acknowledge the relationship between human behavior and the built environment; the diversity of human needs; and the importance of accessibility, human factors research, and universal design strategies. 

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INDES 280 - Contract Documents

• Produce a set of working drawings that follows established guidelines for sequence of information and industry-standard graphic conventions.
• Demonstrate through creation of detailed and accurate construction documents the impact of construction systems and methods on interior design solutions.
• Develop and produce clear, concise and correct graphic communication (for example: lettering and drafting an accurate dimension plan).
• Organize, generate and complete a set of working drawings for a selected project.
• Create a professional title block.
• Plan and draw a title page.
• Draw a clear, concise and correct demolition plan.
• Draw a clear, concise and correct dimension plan.
• Draw a clear, concise and correct electrical, telephone and data location plan.
• Draw a clear, concise and correct reflected ceiling plan.
• Draw clear, concise and correct elevations.
• Draw clear, concise and correct construction sections and details.
• Draw a clear, concise and correct cabinet, finish, flooring, etc. sections and details.Organize and write specifications for various building materials and finishes.

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INDES 294 - Special Topics in Interior Design

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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INDES 295 - Special Topics in Interior Design

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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INDES 296 - Special Topics in Interior Design

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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INDES 297 - Special Topics in Interior Design

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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INDES 299 - Individual Studies in Interior Design

• Individual study course. Outcomes dependent upon topic selected between student and teacher.

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INDES 340 - Interior Design Theory

• Analyze major historical and contemporary precedents in design and architecture, as examples of applied design theories, in order to provide useful models in the development of design.
• Develop thinking strategies necessary to the design process such as problem solving, decision making, concept development and critical thinking
• Analyze and evaluate which of the above thinking strategies should be used throughout the design process in order to solve a specific spatial or design problem
• Reinforce operational knowledge of the fundamental elements and principles of design by appropriate application to the solution of design related problems
• Understand the basics of concept development and demonstrate proficiency at concept development by applying this knowledge to specific problems and exercises
• Demonstrate the ability to defend a conceptual design, explaining the value of the solution by verbalizing or writing clear statements that substantiate the solution and by demonstrating graphically how the concept was incorporated into the solution
• Develop idea generation techniques and creative problem solving skills as important tools for successful design

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INDES 350 - History of Interiors & Furniture

• Identify and compare different styles of period furniture and interiors. For example, students would be able to create a project categorizing by style, pictures of historic furniture
• Analyze the relationships of concurrent periods in France and in England with furniture design characteristics, and develop a comparative timeline of style
• Use the following criteria to analyze how and why furniture took the form that it did in each historic period covered in the class:

• Methods of construction
• Materials used
• Characteristics of furniture
• Motifs used
• Innovations developed
• Significant historic or political events
• Significant cultural, social, religious, geographic, or architectural influences on furniture design and construction
• People that had significant influence on the design and development of historic furniture styles
• Function of furniture
• For example, students would be able to design a review chart that organizes and simplifies information about each style period into the above categories.
• Explain and effectively apply vocabulary related to furniture anatomy, type, design and construction
• Effectively present and defend analysis of main characteristics and motifs of Western interiors and furniture from antiquity to the 19th century in class presentations and discussions

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INDES 351 - Modern Interiors & Furniture

• Identify and compare different design styles and movements spanning from 1850 to the present day.
• Use specific criteria to analyze how and why the built and furnished environment took the form that it did in each historic period covered in this class. (For example: what methods of construction were used, what materials were used, motifs used, innovations that developed, significant historic or political events, significant cultural, social, religious, geographic, or architectural influences, people of influence, function, and characteristics of significant design styles and/or designers.)
• Analyze and explain the similarities and differences between design and furnishings of various periods and styles (e.g. student can compare furniture of English Arts and Crafts and French Art Nouveau)
• Define and effectively apply vocabulary related to furniture anatomy, type, design, and construction.
• Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of one particular designer, period or style through a research paper or project.
• Effectively present and defend analysis of main characteristics and motifs of Western interiors and furniture from the 19th century to the present in class presentations and discussions

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INDES 352 - Design & Fabrication

• Sketching and Drawing

• Produce quick (5min.) sketches expressing the essence of a furniture form.
• Produce original drawings extracting the major features and salient design points of well-known 20th century furniture styles.
• Identify various furniture styles, locations and resources.
• Critique various sketches and drawings using effective communication skills
  Design Process and Materials
• Follow a specific design process utilizing rough sketching, refined drawings, mock-ups, working drawings and cut lists.
• Select materials and finishes linked to the appropriate use and aesthetics of the designed project and justify selection process.
• Develop and deliver an effective oral and visual design presentation to a live audience.
• Create a piece of furniture following the outlined design process from beginning to end
  Assess design process and materials selection, and develop recommendations for improvement

• Demonstrate safe and efficient use of woodworking machinery and basic hand and power tools.
• Apply effective and sound construction techniques and basic joinery
• Construct and individually designed piece of furniture
• Assess progress of furniture construction at different steps in the fabrication process and recommend design or construction modifications for improvement
• Participate in the design process in a hands-on workshop environment. (e.g. student would work through a project from the initial design stages, problem solving, construction, and through completion of a finished piece of furniture.)

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INDES 355 - Contemporary Design Issues

• Identify the ideas and main trends of design after 1950s 
• Explain the relations between different approaches in design in the last 50-60 years 
• Assess and critique the built environment they live in 
• Situate their profession within the society and history 
• Characterize globalization and its impact on design profession 
• Generate design projects with a solid theoretical background

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INDES 365 - Project Reboot

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INDES 380 - Interior Design Studio 4

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Course Outcomes

• Achieve a shared foundational preparation for intermediate and advanced interior design studio practice by integrating multi-platform technology and tools learned in foundation-level courses, as well as knowledge of basic building systems that influence interior design solutions.
• Identify and evaluate the varied contexts and constraints informing interior design solutions, and apply effective strategies for achieving human wellbeing, comfort, and performance.
• Combine visual, verbal, and written presentations to communicate a relevant design narrative, using fundamental design strategies and expressive methods. 
• Recognize the interior designer’s role and responsibilities throughout the design process, including the tools and dynamics of effective collaboration. 
• Exercise creative fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration to achieve responsive, and imaginative design solutions.
• Apply methods of inquiry, data collection, and analysis to effectively frame, synthesize, and present the interconnected issues underlying complex interior design issues.
• Apply interior design knowledge, skills, and abilities to the first of three project-based scenarios in the third-year studio experience, exploring various interior design issues and project types.

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INDES 381 - Interior Design Studio 5

• Achieve an intermediate-level ability to integrate multi-platform technology and tools, as well as knowledge of building systems that influence interior design solutions.
• Identify and evaluate the varied contexts and constraints informing interior design solutions, and apply effective strategies for achieving human wellbeing, comfort, and performance.
• Combine visual, verbal, and written presentations to communicate a persuasive design narrative, using sophisticated design strategies and varied expressive methods. 
• Assume substantial roles and responsibilities of an interior designer throughout the design process, including the tools and dynamics of effective collaboration.
• Exercise creative fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration to achieve uniquely responsive, imaginative, and expressive design solutions.
• Apply methods of inquiry, data collection, and analysis to effectively frame, synthesize, and present the interconnected issues underlying complex interior design issues.
• Apply interior design knowledge, skills, and abilities to the second of three project-based scenarios in the third-year studio experience, exploring various interior design issues and project types.

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INDES 382 - Interior Design Studio 6

• Achieve an intermediate-level ability to integrate multi-platform technology and tools, as well as knowledge of building systems that influence interior design solutions.
• Identify and evaluate the varied contexts and constraints informing interior design solutions, and apply effective strategies for achieving human wellbeing, comfort, and performance.
• Combine visual, verbal, and written presentations to communicate a persuasive design narrative, using sophisticated design strategies and varied expressive methods. 
• Assume substantial roles and responsibilities of an interior designer throughout the design process, including the tools and dynamics of effective collaboration.
• Exercise creative fluency, flexibility, originality, and elaboration to achieve uniquely responsive, imaginative, and expressive design solutions.
• Apply methods of inquiry, data collection, and analysis to effectively frame, synthesize, and present the interconnected issues underlying complex interior design issues.
• Apply interior design knowledge, skills, and abilities to the third of three project-based scenarios in the third-year studio experience, exploring various interior design issues and project types.

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INDES 390 - Interior Building Systems

• Accurately identify, describe and compare basic building construction materials and finishes, their characteristics, installation methods, applications, etc.; for example: composition of concrete, its strengths and weaknesses, how it is placed, typical uses
• Incorporate accurate trade vocabulary about building materials and processes into written and oral communication with design professionals, clients, and others; for example: in written specifications or drawing notes
• Research, analyze and effectively use a variety of resources to gather information about building materials and methods; for example: manufacturers’ information, trade organizations, standards and testing institutes, etc.
• Present and apply the standard classification system for organization and description of building materials, methods, and specifications; for example: when researching information about a building product or writing a simple materials specification
•  Identify and critically analyze the appropriateness and installation of construction materials in existing examples of the local built environment; for example: by completing a case study analysis
•  Evaluate the specification and use of materials in the built environment that are consistent with their physical, functional, and aesthetic properties; justify choices made and incorporate those evaluations into a case study analysis of existing examples of the local built environment 
•  Document basic building infrastructure and materials information by incorporating that information into drawings following industry standards and best practices; for example: by completing a simple wall section
•  Present an analysis of the ways in which building codes are applied to interior architecture in all phases of the interior design process and discuss emerging trends in life safety, energy and construction codes Assess examples of building materials and construction from a sustainability perspective 
•  Analyze complex building construction systems, including mechanical and electrical systems based on building function and principles, and identify critical decisions that were made in the design and construction phases

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INDES 391 - Lighting for Interiors

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INDES 394 - Special Topics in Interior Design

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INDES 395 - Special Topics in Interior Design

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INDES 396 - Special Topics in Interior Design

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INDES 397 - Special Topics in Interior Design

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INDES 399 - Individual Studies in Interior Design

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INDES 440 - Design Research

• Create a focused design thesis topic by assessing relevant experiences and perspectives.
• Identify and develop a visual-spatial design intent that provides suitable direction and purpose for an interior design thesis project.
• Identify and evaluate design attributes with potential to effectively transform or modify the characteristics of a visual-spatial design intent.
• Conduct case study research to identify and critically evaluate built environment precedents relevant to a specific design intent.
• Apply theoretical knowledge and conclusions of case study research to identify unique visual-spatial vernacular for creatively expressing a design intent.
• Synthesize thesis intent, case study research, and summary conclusions in written and visual documentation to describe the parameters of a thesis inquiry and capstone design project.

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INDES 471 - Capstone Design Studio 1

• Master appropriate integration of multi-platform technology and tools, as well as knowledge of complex building systems that influence interior design solutions.
• Evaluate, synthesize, and apply relevant contexts and precedents from field learning, case study and other research to inform interior design solutions, including various strategies for achieving human wellbeing, comfort, and performance.
• Combine visual, verbal, and written presentations to communicate a persuasive programming and schematic design narrative, using highly sophisticated design strategies and varied expressive methods. 
• Assume a primary role and responsibilities in directing an interior design process, including the tools and dynamics of effective multi-disciplinary collaboration and team leadership. 
• Achieve creative fluency, flexibility, and originality to explore and generate multiple design ideas that respond to unique thesis, program, and site parameters, providing imaginative direction for the design development phase.
• Employ methods of inquiry, data collection, and analysis to effectively frame, synthesize, and present the interconnected issues underlying a complex interior design issue.
• Apply relevant and advanced-level interior design knowledge, skills, and abilities to the problem- and project-based scenarios of an individualize design thesis, intent, program, and site.

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INDES 472 - Capstone Design Studio 2

• Master appropriate integration of multi-platform technology and tools, as well as knowledge of complex building systems that influence interior design solutions.
• Identify, evaluate, and synthesize relevant contexts and precedents from field learning, case study and other research to inform interior design solutions, and apply effective strategies for achieving human wellbeing, comfort, and performance.
• Combine visual, verbal, and written presentations to communicate a persuasive design development process, solution, and thesis narrative, using highly sophisticated design strategies and varied expressive methods. 
• Assume a primary role and responsibilities in directing an interior design process, including the tools and dynamics of effective multi-disciplinary collaboration and team leadership. 
• Apply creative flexibility and elaboration to resourcefully achieve detailed and individually expressive design solutions that uniquely respond to thesis, program, and site parameters.
• Apply methods of inquiry, data collection, and analysis to effectively frame, synthesize, and present the interconnected issues underlying a complex interior design issue.
• Apply relevant and advanced-level interior design knowledge, skills, and abilities to the project-based scenarios of an individualize design thesis, intent, program, context, and site.

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INDES 480 - Professional Practices & Principles

• Develop an independent business strategy to include:

• Business plan including organization type
• Legal issues and Licenses
• Qualifications
• Costs of doing business
• Business success and profitability
• Marketing strategies including graphic identity, promotion and public relations

• Definition of scope of services and charges for services
• Contracts and agreements
• Effective project management: time, budget, materials, personnel
• Purchasing procedures
• Client presentations

• Drawings and specifications
• Trades
• Showrooms
• allied professional: architects, engineers, contractors
• Present and defend business plan in front of class members and industry representatives.

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IBP 097 - Observation

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INTST 105 - Geography of World Affairs

• Define, describe and critique contemporary issues of global significance.
• Critically evaluate and interpret societal reactions that are based upon factual information as opposed to reactions founded on opinion.
• Evaluate statistical and cartographic information as used to illustrate global issues.
• Analyze and articulate the importance of geographical knowledge and understanding in decision making processes that affect both human and physical environments.
• Evaluate the importance of the physical environment in the development of cultural characteristics.
• Analyze the importance of the economic resource base and the dynamic nature of economic prosperity, stagnation and decline.
• Critically evaluate the impact of the dispersion and diffusion of people, finance, commodities, ideologies, information and knowledge at global, regional and local scales of inquiry.

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INTST 123 - Introduction to Globalization

• Define the process of globalization and explain the factors behind the creation of a series of new socioeconomic networks and activities that cross over traditional economic, cultural and geographic boundaries.
• Analyze the regional inequalities in the rate and degrees of globalization.
• Evaluate the significance of the physical landscape as it influences both opportunities and limitations in economic development.
• Assess the role played by globalization in the diffusion of cultural attributes.
• Analyze the impact that societal mores have on globalization as well as changes in attitudes over time.
• Evaluate the ways by which globalization is a ‘multi-layered process’ and the ways by which it effects all parties involved in the exchange process.
• Analyze the relevance played by inter-governmental organizations in fostering or encumbering trade and economic growth and development.
• Critically evaluate the various component parts of globalization and the impact on the environment and the subsequent challenges to humankind.

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INTST 150 - International Business

• Critically reflect on their own strengths and cultural heritage to more effectively work in the pluralistic environment of international business. 
• Critically analyze the environment of international business including political, economic, and socio-cultural forces, using models of universalism to reduce inequity, promote resilience, and empower those who are marginalized.
• Critically evaluate international business practices through the lens of ethical and social responsibility, including cultural homogenization in international trade/business practices and issues with regard to environmental sustainability.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing regarding international business issues.
• Work cooperatively in culturally diverse teams of students to authentically interact and communicate to complete assigned activities.

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INTST 194 - Special Topics in International Studies

• Special topic course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic for each quarter.

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INTST 195 - Special Topics in International Studies

• Special topic course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic for each quarter.

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INTST 196 - Special Topics in International Studies

• Special topic course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic for each quarter.

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INTST 197 - Special Topics in International Studies

• Special topic course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic for each quarter.

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INTST 198 - Seminar in International Studies

• Seminar and workshop course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic for each quarter.

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INTST 199 - Individual Studies in International Studies

• Individual study course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic by student and teacher.

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INTST 200 - States & Capitalism: Origin/Modern Global System

• Describe the core elements of the modern world system, including Westphalian sovereignty, colonialism and imperialism, globalization, etc.
• Explain the historical processes that contributed to the emergence of the modern world system Articulate major tensions within the modern world system–for example, along ethnic, national, political, and cultural lines
• Explain the growth, expansion, and various economic and political set¬backs of the modern world system
• Compare and contrast diverse viewpoints and articulate well-reasoned arguments regarding the modern world system
• Explain the mechanisms by which Europe (and the Global North) came to dominate the modern world system–politically, economically, culturally, etc.
• Critically evaluate the modern world system with an eye to its pros and cons, the winners and losers, etc.

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INTST 201 - Introduction to International Political Economy

• Define globalization and identify, analyze and evaluate the positive and negative effects of globalization as well as different countries’ policies with respect to globalization
• Describe the major forces that have influenced and continue to influence the global political economy Explain the basis for economic conflict and cooperation among states in the global system
• Compare and contrast diverse viewpoints and articulate well-reasoned arguments regarding contemporary issues related to international political economy
• Apply concepts and theories from the field of international political economy to the real world
• Critically evaluate the global economic system through the lens of social responsibility, including with regards to environmental sustainability

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INTST 202 - Cultural Interactions in An Interdependent World

• Critically analyze the relationship between culture and politics in the contemporary world
• Articulate how differences in cultural context can enhance or inhibit effective inter-cultural understanding
• Define major concepts related to international political culture
• Explain the importance of interdependence in the modern world
• Identify ethnocentrism in political discourse
• Respect and appreciate cultural differences

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INTST 204 - Global History

• Analyze the origins of hydraulic civilizations, such as China, Mesopotamia, Egypt, America, and India, through common characteristics
• Demonstrate an understanding of the farming systems that sustained humanity through the period before the industrial revolution.
• Compare and contrast the origins of the five major world religions and their effects upon world societies.
• Assess the age of empires, such as the Greek, Chinese, and Roman, through comparison and contrast.
• Analyze major periods of historical change and transition, such as the end of the classical period, the dynastic cycle in China, and the beginnings of the modern era
• Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of technology as a contributing factor to social economic change throughout the historical period.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the process that created the industrial revolution and its effects on social, political, and economic organization.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the French Revolution with the industrial Revolution as the birth of the modern period.
• Assess the various philosophical responses to the modern period, such as communism, socialism and fascism.
• Assess the roles of major figures, such as Alexander the Great, Aristotle, Confucius, Nelson Mandela, Mao Zedong.

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INTST 227 - Middle East Politics & Society

• Identify the causes and assess the consequences of major economic, social, political, and cultural developments in the Middle East
• Articulate the geopolitical importance of the Middle East in relation to foreign powers and assess the role of Western colonial powers in shaping the modern Middle East
• Compare and contrast diverse viewpoints and articulate well-reasoned arguments regarding contemporary political, economic and social issues in the Middle East
• Use the comparative method as an analytical tool to better understand similarities and differences among countries and cultures in the Middle East
• Explain the foundation of Islam and its impact on the political, social, and economic development of the modern Middle East
• Explain the roots of extremism in the Middle East and its impact on political, economic, and social development

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INTST 294 - Special Topics in International Studies

• Special topic course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic for each quarter.

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INTST 295 - Special Topics in International Studies

• Special topic course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic for each quarter.

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INTST 296 - Special Topics in International Studies

• Special topic course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic for each quarter.

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INTST 297 - Special Topics in International Studies

• Special topic course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic for each quarter.

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INTST 298 - Seminar in International Studies

• Seminar topic course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic for each quarter.

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INTST 299 - Individual Studies in International Studies

• Individual study course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic by student and teacher.

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ITAL 121 - Italian I

• Write in the target language what is heard, answering questions related to the information given by native speakers of the target language.
• Ask questions with proper intonation and provide general information in the present tense.
• Deduce meaning about what was read in the target language by making educated guesses using cognates and context to assist in the comprehension process.
• Create simple yet grammatically correct affirmative, interrogative, and negative sentences using the present tense with few spelling errors.
• Correctly identify verbs tenses, distinguishing between regular and irregular verbs, and recognize some pronouns categories; produce noun-verb and noun-adjective agreement, and distinguish formal and informal situations; recognize and accurately use nouns, adjectives, pronouns, adverbs, conjunctions, and prepositions.
• Identify basic cultural information introduced in theme-specific vocabulary, photographs, and authentic video material centered on the world of the target language.
• Explain in the first language both differences and similarities between the cultures of the first and target languages.

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ITAL 122 - Italian II

• Accurately write in the target language what is heard, answering questions related to the information given by native speakers.
• In speaking, use increasingly more complicated sentences, accurate vocabulary and grammatical constructions.
• Ask questions with proper intonation and provide general information about familiar topics in the present tense.
• Ask questions with proper intonation and provide general information about familiar topics in the present tense.
• Answer questions orally or in writing after reading a passage in the target language; deduce meaning about what was read by making educated guesses using cognates and context to assist in the comprehension process.
• Write structurally correct affirmative, interrogative, and negative sentences in the present and past tenses using familiar vocabulary with minimum spelling errors and increased precision in proper punctuation and application of accent marks.
• Correctly identify the subject of a sentence, distinguishing between regular and irregular verbs in the present and past tenses, and recognizing different pronouns categories.
• Show noun-verb and noun-adjective agreement, and accurately use nouns, adjectives, pronouns, adverbs, conjunctions, and prepositions.
• Identify cultural information introduced through theme-specific vocabulary, photographs, and authentic video material centered on the world of the target language.
• Talk about differences and similarities between the cultures.

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ITAL 123 - Italian III

• Accurately transcribe exactly what was heard, answering questions related to the information provided by native speakers.
• Ask and provide general information, and reproducing proper intonation and adapting verbal communication to purpose and audience.
• Explain the main idea of what is read, accounting for the general tone of the writer and category of reading material, giving special attention to the target language punctuation, and deducing meaning about what is read by making educated guesses using cognates, context and previous learning to facilitate comprehension.
• Make inferences based on the text and discuss what is read.
• Correctly classify verbs’ modes and tenses, distinguishing between regular and irregular verbs and different pronouns categories; show noun-verb and noun-adjective agreement; describe nouns, adjectives, pronouns, adverbs, conjunctions, and prepositions; recognize and apply correctly adverbs, conjunctions, prepositions, and pronouns.
• Correctly classify verbs’ modes and tenses, distinguishing between regular and irregular verbs and different pronouns categories; show noun-verb and noun-adjective agreement; describe nouns, adjectives, pronouns, adverbs, conjunctions, and prepositions; recognize and apply correctly adverbs, conjunctions, prepositions, and pronouns Identify basic cultural information introduced through theme-specific vocabulary, photographs, and authentic video material centered on the world of the target language.
• Explain in the first language both differences and similarities between the cultures of the first and target languages.

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ITAL 194 - Special Topics in Italian

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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ITAL 195 - Special Topics in Italian

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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ITAL 196 - Special Topics in Italian

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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ITAL 197 - Special Topics in Italian

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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ITAL 294 - Special Topics in Italian

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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ITAL 295 - Special Topics in Italian

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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ITAL 296 - Special Topics in Italian

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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ITAL 297 - Special Topics in Italian

• Special topics course. Outcomes dependent upon selected topic each quarter.

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JAPN& 121 - Japanese I

• Read and write the basic phonetic characters of the Japanese kana (hiragana and katakana) syllabaries - including diacritic marks
• Read and write formal-style sentences about current, future and past states and activities using simple nominal and verbal phrases with correct particles and tenses
• Understand and reproduce the correct pronunciation and intonation of spoken Japanese words and phrases
• Use basic conversational phrases and participate in common personal interactions (such as exchanging greetings, self-introductions, shopping, describing the locations of objects, extending and accepting or declining invitations, etc.) in formal settings
• Recognize and understand the effects of social context on the spoken language (such as formal vs. informal styles, omission of first and second-person pronouns, hesitation to complete sentences especially when declining an invitation, etc.)

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JAPN& 122 - Japanese II

• Learn 80-90 kanji characters
• Recognize the distinctions between kanji characters and the characters of the two phonetic kana syllabaries and know how and when each should be used in modern Japanese
• Read and write formal-style sentences about current, future and past states and activities using nominal, verbal and adjectival phrases with correct particles and tenses
• Use and comprehend basic conversational phrases in more detailed personal interactions (such as talking about self and families, suggesting a plan of action, making requests, offering assistance, asking for and granting or denying permission, etc.)
• Begin to use more complex verbal sentence structures, using TE-forms and Short forms
• Begin to recognize and use the informal speech style (in present/future tense only) for casual conversations with close friends
• Expand understanding of the effects of social context on the spoken language, which is reflected in the appropriate choices of vocabulary, grammatical forms and expressions

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JAPN& 123 - Japanese III

• Learn 60 additional kanji characters
• Read and write both informal and formal-style passages about current, future and past states and activities using more complex nominal, verbal and adjectival phrases with correct particles and tenses
• Use and comprehend basic conversational phrases in more detailed personal interactions (such as expressing opinions, comparisons, explaining physical/emotional states, etc.)
• Continue to use more complex sentence structures including complement clauses (such as quotations), relative clauses (such as modifying nouns) and subordinate clauses (such as giving reasons)
• Recognize and use the informal speech style (in both present/future and past tenses) for casual conversations with close friends
• Continue to expand understanding of the effects of social context on the spoken language, which is reflected in the appropriate choices of vocabulary, grammatical forms and expressions

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JAPN 194 - Special Topics in Japanese

• Special topic course.  Outcomes vary each quarter.

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JAPN 195 - Special Topics in Japanese

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JAPN 196 - Special Topics in Japanese

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JAPN 197 - Special Topics in Japanese

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JAPN& 221 - Japanese IV

• Learn 50 additional kanji characters and related compound words
• Know the multiple meanings and multiple pronunciations of each kanji character and their appropriate use
• Read and write both informal and formal-style passages about current, future and past states and activities using more complex nominal, verbal and adjectival phrases with correct particles and tenses
• Speak in and comprehend pre-intermediate level conversational situations (e.g. give two or more reasons, express one’s visual impression, describe an action one performs in advance / in preparation, etc.) and be able to use the appropriate ordinal numbers, generic and specific counters
• Continue to use more compound sentence structures (such as relative verb clauses modifying nouns) and express various quantity and frequency expressions
• Comprehend and be able to use a wider variety of vocabulary (nouns, verbs and adjectives) in their proper forms and verbal sentences (including potential forms, volitional forms and verbs of giving and receiving)
• Continue to expand understanding of the effects of social context on the spoken language, which is reflected in the appropriate choices of vocabulary, grammatical forms and expressions
• Recognize the correct formality and politeness levels required in common situations – including ‘in-group’ / ‘out-group’ distinctions

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JAPN& 222 - Japanese V

• Learn 60 additional kanji characters and related compound words
• Know the multiple meanings and multiple pronunciations of each kanji character and their appropriate use
• Read and write both informal and formal-style passages about current, future and past states and activities using more complex nominal, verbal and adjectival phrases with correct particles and tenses
• Speak in and comprehend pre-intermediate level conversational situations (e.g., giving and receiving favors, apologizing, reporting information you obtained “second hand” by hearing or reading)
• Continue to use more complex sentence structures (such as conditional and temporal clauses)
• Comprehend and be able to use a wider variety of vocabulary (nouns, verbs and adjectives) in their proper forms and verbal sentences (including transitive and intransitive verbs, honorific respectful verbs, the “ba” form of verbs expressing regret)
• Continue to expand understanding of the effects of social context on the spoken language, which is reflected in the appropriate choices of vocabulary, grammatical forms and expressions. Use honorific/respectful expressions as appropriate to the social context

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JAPN& 223 - Japanese VI

• Learn 60 additional kanji characters and related compound words
• Know the multiple meanings and multiple pronunciations of each kanji character and their appropriate use
• Read and write both informal and formal-style passages about current/future and past states and activities using more complex nominal, verbal and adjectival phrases with correct particles and tenses. Speak in and comprehend pre-intermediate level conversational situations (such as Passive, Causative, Causative-Passive sentences)
• Continue to use more complex sentence structures (such as embedded questions, generic nouns — koto and yoo — with suru and naru)
• Comprehend and be able to use a wider variety of vocabulary (nouns, verbs and adjectives) in their proper forms and verbal sentences (including humble verbs and instructional commands)
• Continue to expand understanding of the effects of social context on the spoken language, which is reflected in the appropriate choices of vocabulary, grammatical forms and expressions. Recognize additional degrees of formality and be able to distinguish and appropriately use the honorific language: respectful, humble and refined expressions

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JAPN 294 - Special Topics in Japanese

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JAPN 295 - Special Topics in Japanese

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JAPN 296 - Special Topics in Japanese

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JAPN 297 - Special Topics in Japanese

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MKTG 101 - Introduction to Marketing

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MKTG 102 - Intro to Digital Marketing Platforms

• Establish basic web site design and user experience principles to critique ecommerce implementations
• Build search engine marketing campaigns (SEM) to drive traffic to an ecommerce site
• Implement search engine optimization (SEO) choices to improve search engine results page results
• Evaluate when to employ paid, owned and earned media in various marketing efforts
• Design an integrated marketing plan, with an emphasis on digital marketing tactics

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MKTG 103 - Intro to Sports Marketing

• Conduct situational analysis research to guide business and marketing decisions for the sports industry
• Define sports marketing objectives
• Design an integrated marketing plan focused on the sports industry Implement sports marketing tactics, both with traditional and digital marketing platforms
• Establish sports marketing metrics to measure success
• Evaluate sports marketing case studies and other students’ work

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MKTG 104 - Intro to Fashion Marketing

• Conduct situational analysis research to guide business and marketing decisions for the fashion industry
• Define fashion marketing objectives
• Design an integrated marketing plan focused on the fashion industry
• Implement fashion marketing tactics, both with traditional and digital marketing platforms
• Establish fashion marketing metrics to measure success
• Evaluate fashion marketing case studies and other students’ work

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MKTG 105 - Intro to Music Marketing

• Conduct situational analysis research to guide business and marketing decisions for the music industry
• Define music marketing objectives
• Design an integrated marketing plan focused on the music industry
• Implement music marketing tactics, both with traditional and digital marketing platforms
• Establish music marketing metrics to measure success
• Evaluate music marketing case studies and other students’ work

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MKTG 106 - Intro to Film & TV Marketing

• Conduct situational analysis research to guide business and marketing decisions for the entertainment industry
• Define entertainment marketing objectives
• Design an integrated marketing plan focused on the entertainment industry
• Implement entertainment marketing tactics, both with traditional and digital marketing platforms
• Establish entertainment marketing metrics to measure success
• Evaluate entertainment marketing case studies and other students’ work

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MKTG 110 - Client Customer Relations

• Identify the principles of client relations and explain how they apply in building client and customer partnerships.
• Define the functions of client/customer service personnel and analyze how these functions contribute to the development of long-term relationships with clients, customers and suppliers
• Demonstrate interpersonal communication skills including the ability to verbally negotiate with customers and deliver professional presentations.
• Identify different personality types and demonstrate approaches appropriate for different styles
• List key strategies for coping with difficult people and demonstrate techniques for handling conflict.
• Project a professional image over the telephone, in person, and in writing.
• Identify key legal and ethical issues in client and customer relations and demonstrate the capacity to make legal and ethical decisions.
• Demonstrate techniques for relating effectively with culturally diverse clients and customers.
• Explain how to handle, troubleshoot, follow-up on and avoid customer complaints.
• Identify the principles of time management and strategies for managing their time more effectively
• Develop and/or create ways to instruct and train clients and customers in the use of the firm’s products and/or services.
• Demonstrate the skills and qualities needed for working in a team environment.

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MKTG 131 - Principles of Professional Selling

• Identify and explain in detail, the 10 steps in the relationship selling process.
• Use the 10 steps to prepare and make a group sales presentation.
• Incorporate visual aids, verbal & non-verbal skills in sales presentations.
• Make a 5 minute oral presentation incorporating skills learned in the class.
• Explain and incorporate the concept of relationship selling in a sales career.

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MKTG 135 - Principles of Retailing

• Explain how the economy, demographic changes, and legislation affect the retail merchandise mix.
• Name and describe factors affecting the consumer’s purchase decision.
• Explain the structure and functions of various types of retail firms including stores, direct retail marketing, e-retailing, and international retailing.
• Describe appropriate retail locations based on trading area research.
• Create a store layout and design.
• Describe market segmentation and define a target market.
• Explain the planning phase and selection process of the merchandise mix.
• Calculate merchandise prices for profitable store or web-based operations.
• Analyze income statements to identify problem areas.
• Create and explain strategies for successful retail promotion.

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MKTG 190 - Introduction to DECA

• Describe core leadership concepts
• Compare requirements and rules for all DECA events
• Select competitive events and appropriate topics for competition
• Utilize organizational and speaking skills with both prepared and extemporaneous opportunities

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MKTG 199 - Individual Studies in Marketing

• Independent study course. Learing objectives dependent upon topic selected between student and teacher.

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MKTG 200 - International Marketing

• Summarize the ways global trade and cultural differences have shaped international marketing
• Articulate how an increasingly open global economy will impact marketing strategies and technologies
• Collaborate with an international school or program to gain firsthand experience working across cultures
• Evaluate global marketing campaigns, appraising which strategies and tactics were most successful
• Develop a global integrated marketing plan

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MKTG 201 - Product Development in the Marketing Process

• Conduct primary and secondary research to establish a foundation for new product ideas
• Analyze the competitive landscape and identify market opportunities
• Lead a collaborative ideation process
• Evaluate alternative approaches to product development with their respective benefits and consequences
• Establish a viable project management structure

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MKTG 202 - Prototyping and Pricing Concerns

• Establish a plan of action on how product development ideas should be executed in early prototypes
• Build mockups and models to pinpoint areas of concern or new opportunities
• Assess an appropriate cost of goods based on insights derived from research
• Evaluate the financial feasibility of launching a new product
• Recommend appropriate next steps in the implementation of a new product line

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