Course Description

Through workshops and lectures, students will prepare for the museum job market. In addition, students will be required to submit an example of their professional work in the field. This will typically be drawn from program course work or the program internship.

Additional Requirements for Graduate Students:
Graduate students will also need to prepare a sample press release, grant proposal, or other project relevant to their specialization to submit with their final professional documents for review.

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Athena Title

Museum Studies Cert Capstone

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Undergraduate Prerequisite

FCID 5010/7010

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Graduate Prerequisite

FCID 5010/7010

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Grading System

A - F (Traditional)

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Student learning Outcomes

• Students will learn about career options in museums.
• Students will learn how to highlight their professional assets to obtain a job.
• Students will contribute to a capstone exhibition project.

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Topical Outline

• Resume Writing Basics in the Museum Field
• Cover Letters
• What Makes a Good Reference?
• Where to Look for a Job -Things to do Before Graduating
• The Power of Volunteerism
• Meet a Successful Museum Professional
• Alumni Networks
• Professional Organizations
• The remaining sessions will be devoted to the development and installation of a capstone exhibition

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Syllabus

Select Faculty / Instructor to download syllabus:   Reason, Akela

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Public CV

Select a file to download:   Reason, Akela

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