MSEM 601 - Museum Seminar: The Museum Society

Lecture/seminar course exploring the history, organization, and operation of the museum as a cultural/educational institution, an economic entity, and a management enterprise. Visiting lecturers bring a wide range of knowledge and practices from their respective institutions and consultancies to provide the student with insight into the differences between museums of different types, sizes, and missions. The course provides students with an overall understanding of the museum as an institution and an introduction to the many roles played by museum professionals. Offered in the evening. Formerly MS 501

Prerequisites & Notes
Priority enrollment to Museum Studies majors. Restricted to students enrolled in graduate programs.

Credits: 3 cr, 3 hrs