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.
Athena Title
Museum Studies Cert Capstone
Undergraduate Prerequisite
FCID 5010/7010
Graduate Prerequisite
FCID 5010/7010
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
1. Students will learn about career options in museums 2. Students will learn how to highlight their professional assets in order to obtain a job
Topical Outline
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
Syllabus
Public CV