Courses

INDES 340 - Interior Design Theory

• Analyze major historical and contemporary precedents in design within a theoretical framework.
• Evaluate theoretical strategies for problem-solving, decision making, concept development and strategic thinking in a human-centered design process.
• Discuss the fundamental elements and principles of design and their role in developing two- and three-dimensional spatial concepts. 
• Describe how the evolution of broad socio-cultural movements influences design.
• Defend and justify a specific theoretical viewpoint as expressed in a cultural movement.

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INDES 350 - History of Interiors & Furniture

• Identify and compare different design periods, motifs, and main characteristics of style from Antiquity to Neoclassicism. 
• Describe the specific historical, social, cultural influences behind interior and furniture design and development.
• Associate key examples of interiors and furnishings and their defining features with each influential historical development and cultural adaptation across broad geographic boundaries. 
• Define and effectively apply vocabulary related to interiors and furniture anatomy, type, design, and construction. 
• Present a factual description and analysis of a particular design period, style, or designer.
• Evaluate a piece of furniture based on its function, overall design, manufacture, and social/historical significance. 

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INDES 351 - Modern Interiors & Furniture

• Identify and compare different design periods and main characteristics of style spanning from the nineteenth century to the present day. 
• Understand the specific historical, social, economic, technological influences behind interior and furniture design and development.
• Associate key examples of interiors and furnishings and their character-defining features with influential historical developments as well as changes in values and norms like aesthetic preferences, building resources and technologies. 
• Define and effectively apply vocabulary related to interiors and furniture anatomy, type, design, and construction.
• Present a factual description and analysis of a particular design period, style, or designer.
• Evaluate a piece of furniture based on its function, overall design, manufacture, and social/historical significance. 

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INDES 352 - Design & Fabrication

• Evaluate the properties of materials used in fabricating furniture or other components for appropriate application in the design process.
• Identify the tools and techniques used in furniture making, and how they are used to create components and joinery.
• Identify components, joinery, and structural principles involved in fabricating furniture and other designed objects to achieve the aesthetics of a designed project.
• Create furniture designs through an iterative design process of rough sketching, refined drawings, working drawings, models and cut lists.
• Create a prototype and present it as a marketable product.
• Communicate with interior design clients, furniture makers, fabricators, and other design professionals in the process of selecting and designing 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

(NOTE: This is a prerequisite/co-requisite requirement.)

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 interior systems, their characteristics, installation methods, and applications.
• Apply accurate terminology about building systems and processes in written and oral communication for design professionals, clients, and allied disciplines.
• Research, analyze and effectively use a variety of resources to gather information about building systems and interior building codes.
• Analyze building systems, functional requirements, design principles, sustainability, life safety, and other building performance criteria that affect critical interior design and construction decisions.
• Analyze and apply interior building codes in all phases of the interior design process.

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INDES 391 - Lighting for Interiors

• Describe the physical and conceptual properties of light, how it interacts with materials and special conditions, and how the perception of light influences human behavior.
• Apply knowledge of lighting measurements, color temperature, output, beam spreads, reflectance, and other performance criteria to the specification of interior lighting.
• Analyze an interior design project to identify multi-level lighting strategies and how different lighting can articulate the purpose, features, functions, and expressive identity of an interior space.
• Reference lighting industry resources, technical documents, and best practices to specify of the qualitative and quantitative characteristics of lamp types and luminaires used in interior design projects.
• Visualize and communicate a schematic design lighting package using professional terminology, current lighting technologies, energy code requirements, diagrammatic and depictive illustration methods, and supporting technical documentation.

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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

• Describe the principles, processes, and responsibilities that define the profession and the value of interior design to society.
• Discuss the importance of professional ethics and conduct in the context of interior design practice.
• Discuss the impact of regional and global markets on design practices.
• Recognize career opportunities and devise effective strategies to pursue them.
• Identify and pursue continued professional development or advanced study opportunities.

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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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MKTG 203 - Manufacturing and Distribution

• Recommend manufacturing solutions based on product research
• Manage expectations and ongoing relationships with various construction, delivery, and retail partners
• Assess the effectiveness of marketing operational choices to ensure security, cost-effectiveness, and overall customer satisfaction
• Evaluate global marketing options and the impact that has on brand equity

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MKTG 204 - Fundraising and Financing in the Era of Digital

• Evaluate funding options for the launch of a new product
• Utilize digital tools to generate income directly and through earned impressions
• Characterize financial responsibilities, obligations and ownership issues with the larger business concerns of a start-up company
• Persuade industry professionals to support or fund a financial plan of action in a mock presentation

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MKTG 205 - Product Innovation & Continued Growth

• Identify target markets and audiences for the product’s promotional efforts
• Develop a substantive marketing plan that meets industry standards
• Implement a variety of sales options, including the use of a sales force, contract sales, and direct sales
• Utilize relationship marketing to continue brand growth beyond the product launch

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MKTG 211 - Multicultural Marketing

• Summarize the ways that diverse cultural groups in the US consume products and engage with marketing messages 
• Consider how the explosion of hyper localized content and rich data sets about consumer audiences present opportunities and challenges around profiling and assumptions 
• Develop a multicultural integrated marketing plan, with an appropriate strategy and culturally sensitive tactics 
• Evaluate how marketing efforts can contribute to community building and creating alliances between brands and disenfranchised consumers

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MKTG 234 - Advertising I

• Build an integrated marketing plan that leans heavily on advertising strategy and tactics
• Employ TV, print, radio, out-of-home, email, online video, search, display, mobile and social media to connect with large audiences
• Design a creative brief that translates strategy into visual design and copy guidelines
• Craft a media plan that allocates dollars into the most appropriate media platforms
• Increase brand equity through calculated strategic choices

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MKTG 241 - Search Engine Strategy

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MKTG 242 - Social Media Strategy

• Evaluate social media campaigns, identifying successful marketing strategies and tactics
• Develop a comprehensive digital strategy that incorporates major social media platforms
• Execute a media plan for paid efforts within social channels
• Create original content for social media to supplement the advertising strategy
• Establish a comprehensive public relations plan utilizing social media to build and defend your brand’s reputation
• Measure branding and direct efforts, and tie online activities back to in-store purchase

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MKTG 243 - Mobile Marketing Strategy

• Develop a mobile advertising campaign with an appropriate media plan
• Craft mobile marketing strategies to assist with brand building and direct marketing efforts
• Employ mobile tactics within a larger customer relationship management (CRM) strategy
• Implement localized marketing tactics using location-based services (LBS) development
• Benchmark both mobile advertising and marketing efforts
• Explore mobile commerce as a complimentary and stand-alone retail channel

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MKTG 244 - Online Video and TV Strategy

• Evaluate online video campaigns, identifying successful marketing strategies and tactics
• Develop a comprehensive digital strategy that incorporates major online video and television platforms
• Execute a media plan for paid efforts using video channels
• Create original content for television and online video to supplement the larger advertising strategy
• Measure branding and direct efforts, and tie online activities back to in-store purchase

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MKTG 245 - Display Media Strategy

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MKTG 255 - Relationship Marketing

• Articulate the concept of big data, how it impacts marketing efforts, and its relationship to larger business concerns
• Discuss how the ongoing revolution of consumers driving conversations with businesses affects data collection and segmentation
• Evaluate the effectiveness of loyalty programs and decision tree strategies at winning and keeping customers 
• Balance ethical guidelines for data capture and usage with the need for operational efficiencies
• Predict future states of social media interaction and measurability to guide long-term marketing strategy

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MKTG 261 - Marketing Research I

• State a business research question that can be answered during this academic quarter
• Employ both primary and secondary research to gather data for the business problem
• Explore data sources appropriate for marketing research, and balancing costs and time associated with each to their relative value
• Optimize future marketing campaign efforts based on research findings
• Present findings to stakeholders and explain how they shape larger business concerns

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MKTG 262 - Measurement and Analytics

MKTG 241, or

MKTG 242, or 

BUSIT 103, or 

ISIT 331 

Course Outcomes

• Establish key performance indicators for various types of marketing campaigns and preliminary marketing research efforts
• Set up digital marketing tags and other marketing technologies to collect meaningful data sets
• Articulate choices on whether it is better to employ reporting or analytics for different marketing projects based on time and cost considerations
• Produce data visualizations that effectively communicate learnings from marketing campaign data analysis
• Optimize future marketing campaign efforts based on measurement and analytics
• Present findings to stakeholders and explain how they shape larger business concerns

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MKTG 271 - Consumer Behavior

• Explore how psychology is a fundamental building block in the field of marketing 
• Consider differences between segments of the population, and the impact on consumer targeting efforts 
• Apply consumer behavior concepts to the design of marketing strategy 
• Evaluate successful and ineffective campaign executions based on appeals to targeted consumers

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MKTG 276 - Chinese Business Culture and Consumer Behavior

• Apply key concepts about Chinese business behavior and how it impacts future success
• Demonstrate empathy and adaptation to different audiences in a business situation
• Critique and evaluate case studies, to demonstrate knowledge of cultural nuances
• Synthesize cultural knowledge into business plans and strategies
   

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MKTG 277 - Fashion Marketing and Merchandising

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MKTG 278 - Fashion Design

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MKTG 290 - DECA Practicum

• Compete in intercollegiate academic competitions 
• Develop practical marketing skills through a range of extemporaneous and prepared events 
• Establish leadership credentials through classroom activities, optional DECA conferences, and the day to day management of a rapidly growing organization 
• Contribute to community development through outreach, business partnerships, and mentoring

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MKTG 291 - DECA Leadership

• Demonstrate leadership abilities
• Spearhead community development through outreach, business partnerships, and mentoring
• Manage operational elements of the DECA team to facilitate academic competition
• Master advanced business and marketing skills through role plays and other team activities

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MKTG 292 - Marketing Internship

• Earn practical experience on the job, increase credentials, and create a work history 
• Develop in demand marketing skills that help distinguish one from other candidates for employment 
• Establish a professional network in the work environment 
• Practice discipline and time management balancing work and school responsibilities 
• Utilize interpersonal communications skills to build relationships with co-workers 

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