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THEA 200L - Theatre Production Lab
Fall and Spring (1) Staff Corequisite(s): THEA 200
Supervised by production staff. Practical immersion in the collaborative process of theatre production through work on preparation crews, running crews, costume crews, and/or box office. Students complete a minimum of 50 hours as a member of one or more crews for the mainstage theatre and dance productions. Lab hours are primarily in the evening and on weekends and are concentrated during the load in period, technical rehearsals, and performances of each show.
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THEA 201 - Beginning Acting
Fall and Spring (3) Doersch, Inouve, Johnson, Lerman, Ruffin, , Wiley, Staff (ACTV, ALV, GER 6)
An introduction to the art and craft of acting. Development of vocal, physical and improvisational skills and a basic approach to scene and character study through exercises and creative play for individuals and small groups. Open to freshmen.
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THEA 203 - Scene Painting
Fall (3) Allar (ACTV, GER 6)
Study of scene-painting techniques and an introduction to basic equipment, supplies, color-mixing, color theory and methods of application. Students prepare exercises and function as scene painters for William and Mary Theatre productions. Four additional workshop hours required per week in addition to class sessions.
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THEA 205 - Stagecraft
Fall and Spring (3) Dudley
Study and practice in technical problems, working drawings, construction, rigging, and handling of scenery, properties and backstage organization. Students act as scenic technicians for William and Mary Theatre productions. Lecture and workshop six hours.
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THEA 206 - Makeup
Spring (2) Wesp (ACTV, GER 6)
Basic principles of makeup for theatre, television and other performance arts; a varied series of projects to develop individual skills and an awareness of how the actor enhances his “living mask” to create imaginative characterizations. Production involvement required.
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THEA 211 - Introduction to Stage Combat
Fall or Spring (3) Ruffin (ACTV, GER 6)
Actors are frequently called on to create the illusion of violence. This course examines the fundamental techniques of unarmed and bladed Stage Combat in which the actor learns to fall, roll, punch, slap, kick, employ basic sword methods and understand the basic tools of Stage Combat choreography. Students also learn good stage partnering skills.
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THEA 213 - Introduction to Stage Lighting
Fall and Spring (4) Holliday (College 200, ALV, ACTV, GER 6)
Methods and materials of stage lighting, with emphasis on the study of the functions and qualities of light, instruments, control equipment, and procedure. Students act as technicians for William and Mary Theatre productions. (This course is anchored in the ALV domain, and also considers aspects of the NQR domain.)
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THEA 220 - Millinery
Spring (2) Wesp (ACTV, GER 6)
An introduction to the principles, materials, and techniques basic to the creation of hats and headwear appropriate for stage and street wear. Students will examine research and design, construction, and decoration through a series of projects. Lecture and studio 2 hours.
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THEA 222 - Acting Asian American: The Performance of Identity
Fall or Spring (3) Tanglao-Aguas (ACTV, GER 4C, GER 6)
Beginning actor training for students who will perform from scripts dramatizing the Asian American community. Scene study involves research and analysis of the script’s socio-historical background. The scripts may cover themes such as immigration, colonialism, discriminatory laws, gender stereotypes and hyper-sexualization, the fetish and sex trade, the Japanese American internment, the farm-workers labor movement, the Vietnam War, and Terrorism. Graded course work includes monologue and scene work, analytical and reflective essays, and a public performance celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage.
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THEA 260 - Introduction to Musical Theatre
Spring (2) G. Green (ACTV, GER 6)
This is an introductory course in musical theatre history and performance for students entertaining their first experience with acting and singing, or, for those who wish to expand on their previous high school training. The course deals with the exploration and study of musical theatre perform ers, literature and history through video and recordings, and preparation of musical theatre repertoire for the audition process. Some previous singing or acting experience is suggested.
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THEA 262 - Solo Performance Art
Fall (3) Lerman (ACTV, GER 6)
This class reviews the history of performance art with attention to the manifestos created. Each student will write their own Performance Manifesto, with the class culminating in the creation and public showing of a solo performance work. Time will be spent in and out of class rehearsing and experimenting (the performance process) on how to make the leap from a written manifesto to the act of artistic expression.
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* THEA 300 - Fundamentals of Design for the Theatrical Arts
Fall and Spring (3) Allar Prerequisite(s): THEA 200 or THEA 152 and THEA 205 or permission of instructor Corequisite(s): THEA 300L
An introduction to the elements and principles of design and to the methods and materials of visual expression in the theatre.
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* THEA 302 - Intermediate Acting
Fall and Spring (3) Wiley, staff Prerequisite(s): THEA 201 and THEA 200 or THEA 152
Concentration on the development of performance skills and the use of the dramatic imagination through character studies and preparation of scenes for classroom presentation. Students are urged to allow one semester between acting classes in order to apply theories and training in productions sponsored by the department. An audition may be required for enrollment. Contact department office.
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THEA 306 - Advanced Stagecraft
Spring (3) Dudley Prerequisite(s): THEA 205
Study and practice of advanced technical practices through lecture, discussion, research and individual projects. Emphasis is placed on construction, analysis, computer assisted drafting, graphics, material selection, scene shop topography and maintenance, and technical direction.
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THEA 307 - Costume Patterning and Construction
Fall (3) Wesp
An introduction to the principles and skills basic to patterning and construction of costume garments and accessories for both period and modern production. Students prepare exercises and function as technicians for the William and Mary Theatre productions. Two class hours, five laboratory hours.
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THEA 308 - History of Fashion and Clothing
Fall (3) Wesp (GER 5)
History of period costume and clothing from Egyptian to 20th century fashion; lecture, research and field trips.
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THEA 309 - Costume Design for the Theatre
Spring (3) Wesp Prerequisite(s): THEA 300 or consent of instructor
Principles of designing costumes for theatre are presented through lecture, demonstration and discussion. A series of design projects develops skills in research, sketching and rendering.
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THEA 310 - Scene Design
Spring (3) Allar Prerequisite(s): THEA 300 or consent of instructor
A comprehensive exploration of the scenic environment associated with contemporary stage design. In addition to script analysis , period research, and graphic presentation, this course places emphasis on sketching, drafting, perspective rendering, and model building. Six studio hours.
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THEA 312 - Sound Design for the Theatre
Fall (3) Dudley Prerequisite(s): THEA 300
An introduction to the tools, techniques, and processes of sound and music for the theatre with a series of exercises and discussions on the structure of audio systems, digital audio editing and playback, play analysis, and the creative enhancement of the dramatic environment.
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THEA 314 - Stage Lighting Design
Fall (3) Holliday Prerequisite(s): THEA 300 and THEA 213
Theory and technique of stage lighting design, with emphasis on artistic choices made through script analysis and understanding of the qualities and functions of lighting. Includes lighting projects reflecting a number of production styles. Students serve as technicians for William and Mary Theatre productions.
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* THEA 317 - Fundamentals of Playwriting
Fall or Spring (3) Ruffin (ACTV, GER 6)
This course is a writing workshop which introduces the student to the fundamentals of the dramatic theory and creative process of playwriting. By the end of the course, students will have composed a one-act play. This course is the prerequisite for THEA 417, Advanced Playwriting .
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THEA 319 - Stage and Production Management
Spring (3) Dudley, Staff
Discussions, demonstrations, and projects introduce the organizational, technical, and interpersonal skills needed by a theatrical stage manager.
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THEA 320 - Performing Arts Administration
Spring (3) Palmer Prerequisite(s): THEA 152 or THEA 200 or consent of instructor
An examination of the principles and methods of managing performing arts organizations, including image and audience building, finance, and operations.
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THEA 328 - Survey of Theatre History, 500 B.C. to 1750
Fall and Spring (3) A. Green Prerequisite(s): THEA 200 , strongly recommended (ALV, GER 5)
An examination of representative plays and staging practices, focusing on the Greek, Roman, Medieval, Renaissance, Neoclassical, Restoration, and early 18th-century periods, and including selected non-western theatrical developments such as Noh Theatre and Kathakali.
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THEA 328W - Survey of Theatre History, 500 B.C. to 1750
Fall and Spring (3) A. Green Prerequisite(s): THEA 200 , or THEA 152 strongly recommended (GER 5)
An examination of representative plays and staging practices, focusing on the Greek, Roman, Medieval, Renaissance, Neoclassical, Restoration, and early 18th-century periods, and including selected non-western theatrical developments such as Noh Theatre and Kathakali.
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THEA 329 - Survey of Theatre History, 1750 to the Present
Fall and Spring (3) Wolf, Staff Prerequisite(s): THEA 200 , or THEA 152 strongly recommended (GER 5)
An examination of representative plays and staging practices, focusing on the late 18th century, the Romantic, Modern, and Postmodern periods, and including selected non-western theatrical developments such as Peking Opera, Malaysian, and African forms.
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THEA 329W - Survey of Theatre History, 1750 to the Present
Fall and Spring (3) Wolf, Staff Prerequisite(s): THEA 200 , or THEA 152 strongly recommended (GER 5)
An examination of representative plays and staging practices, focusing on the late 18th century, the Romantic, Modern, and Postmodern periods, and including selected non-western theatrical developments such as Peking Opera, Malaysian, and African forms.
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THEA 331 - Feminist Theory and Contemporary Theatre
Fall (3) Wolf (GER 7)
Readings in contemporary feminist theory (psychoanalytic, materialist, Brechtian, and others) as these pertain to the body onstage, character construction, playwriting, and audience reception. Course also investigates feminist performance art, scripts, and revisionings of the dramatic canon. (Cross listed with GSWS 331 )
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THEA 331W - Feminist Theory and Contemporary Theatre
Fall (3) Wolf (GER 7)
Readings in contemporary feminist theory (psychoanalytic, materialist, Brechtian, and others) as these pertain to the body onstage, character construction, playwriting, and audience reception. Course also investigates feminist performance art, scripts, and revisionings of the dramatic canon. (Cross listed with GSWS 331 )
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THEA 332 - Sex & Race in Plays & Films: Dramatizing Diversity
Spring (4) Tanglao-Aguas, Staff (College 200, ACTV, ALV, GER 4C, GER 6)
Study of sexuality, gender and race in plays and films dramatizing marginalized communities in the United States and selected countries like France, Iran, Martinique, Mexico, the Philippines, Senegal, and Turkey. Course work includes acting, creative projects, teaching methods, and analytical essays. (This course is anchored in the ALV domain, and also considers aspects of the CSI domain.) (Cross listed with AFST 332, AMES 332, and GSWS 332.)
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THEA 333 - South & South East Asian Folklore Performance
Summer or Fall (3-4) Tanglao-Aguas (ACTV, GER 4B, GER 6)
Interdisciplinary journey into the sociocultural history, aesthetics, languages, and performance of ceremony, dance, folklore, oral literature, performance and ritual in South and Southeast Asia. Students will learn to sing, dance, act, and chant in scenes from sacred epics such as the RAMAYANA and MAHABHARATA. Course work includes composing reflections on the creative process and essays on the socio-historic
context of the epics and performance traditions. Students receive 4 credits in the fall semester version of the course where students are taught and tested in introductory Bahasa Indonesia. When the course is offered for 3 credits during summer sessions, there is very minimal Bahasa Indonesia
language instruction and examination.
(Cross listed with AMES 333 or DANC 333 )
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THEA 334 - History and Performance of Classical Asian Theatres
Spring (3) Tanglao-Aguas, Palmer (ACTV, GER 4B, GER 6)
This is a team taught exploration of the history, theory, and performance of selected theatre genres, dance dramas, and performance traditions indigenous to Asia, with a focused foundation on the theatres of India, Japan, and China. Study commences on the socio-cultural and historical origins of Classical Asian Theatres as they evolve through modern nationhood, colonization, and globalization. Students have the opportunity to experience hands on the fundamentals of performing in selected Asian theatre genres as nearly half of class time is devoted to performance immersion.
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THEA 335 - Voice Training and the Actor
Fall (2) Wiley
Students will explore techniques to develop the speaking voice for stage performance, including exercises for release of tension, physical alignment, organic breathing, resonance, and timbre. Students will also study speech sounds through the use of phonetics with the goal of developing clear diction and standardized pronunciations.
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THEA 336 - African American Theatre History I
Fall (3) A. Green (GER 4A)
This course will examine African-American dramatic literature and performance from its origins in indigenous African theatre through significant periods that conclude with the Civil Rights Movement. (Cross listed with AFST 336 )
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THEA 337 - African American Theatre History II
Fall (3) A. Green (GER 4A)
This course will examine African-American dramatic literature and performance beginning with the Black Arts Movement through significant periods that conclude with contemporary manifestations. (Cross listed with AFST 337 )
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THEA 350 - Introduction to Physical Theatre
Spring (3) Gavaler, Wiley Prerequisite(s): Previous theatre and dance performance course work and permission of the instructors
Provides students with an opportunity to develop sensitivity, intelligence, and strength through practice in Contact Improvisation and exposure to other physical theatre techniques. Students will learn to use compositional tools, develop physically-inspired characters, and interact with environmental elements through performer-created projects. (Cross listed with DANC 350 )
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THEA 355 - Theatre Photography
Spring (3) Holliday (ACTV, GER 6)
Theory, history, and techniques of photography as applied to the needs of theatrical production. Emphasis will be placed on close-ups and medium shots in available light, and full stage compositions under theatrical lighting. Students must supply their own digital cameras, which must be able to function in manual mode.
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THEA 360 - Musical Theatre Performance
Fall (2) G. Green Prerequisite(s): Instructor Permission
Course work concentrates on performance aspects of standard and more obscure musical theatre repertoire, culminating in a public performance such as the annual William and Mary Theatre Homecoming Gala and/or a musical review or musical entertainment at the end of the semester. This allows students to approach their work with the objective of going outside of the comfort of the classroom and into the public eye, with continued emphasis on acting/singing assimilation. A solid background in singing and acting is encouraged. May be repeated for credit, as repertoire is different each semester
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* THEA 380 - Practicum in Theatre
Fall and Spring (1) Gavaler Prerequisite(s): THEA 206 for makeup assignments, THEA 300 for assistant design assignments, THEA 201 for acting assignments, THEA 203 for scene painting assignments, THEA 205 for technical production assignments, THEA 307 for costume patterning and construction, THEA 213 for lighting, THEA 320 for theatre administration, and THEA 328 or THEA 329 for dramaturgy assignments
Substantive participation in a major production sponsored by the department and supervised by faculty. The objective is to apply theoretical knowledge to practical in-depth experience. The course may be repeated twice for credit, but work must be in different production areas each time. Permission of the supervising faculty member is required.
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* THEA 381 - Intermediate Practicum in Theatre
Fall or Spring (1-2) Gavaler Prerequisite(s): THEA 380 in the same production area. More intensive work in an area of production where a THEA 380 course has been completed.
The course may be repeated twice for credit, but work must be in different production areas each time. Permission of the supervising faculty member is required.
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* THEA 401 - Advanced Acting
Spring (3) Wiley Prerequisite(s): THEA 302
Through research and the preparation of scenes, students will develop techniques for acting in period and nonrealistic plays. Students are urged to allow one semester between acting classes in order to apply theories and training in productions sponsored by the department. An audition might be required for enrollment. Note: Details available in the departmental office.
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* THEA 407 - Direction
Fall and Spring (3) Owens Prerequisite(s): THEA 152 or THEA 200 , THEA 201 , THEA 328 or THEA 329 , and permission of instructor
Study and practice in the principles of play analysis, play selection, casting, rehearsal techniques and performance. Special emphasis is placed upon the direction of a one-act play for a studio theatre production.
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THEA 410 - Theatre and Society in 20th-Century America
Fall or Spring (3) Palmer Prerequisite(s): THEA 200 or THEA 152 or consent of instructor
A lecture-discussion course on the significant theatrical formations of the century, including African-American, feminist and commercial musical comedy theatres, with an emphasis on the changing relations among performances and social-political contexts.
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THEA 410W - Theatre and Society in 20th-Century America
Fall or Spring (3) Palmer Prerequisite(s): THEA 200 or THEA 152 or consent of instructor
A lecture-discussion course on the significant theatrical formations of the century, including African-American, feminist and commercial musical comedy theatres, with an emphasis on the changing relations among performances and social-political contexts.
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* THEA 411 - Independent Studies in Theatre
Fall and Spring (1-3) Gavaler
Independent study on a special problem for the advanced student, arranged on an individual basis with credit according to work done. Course may be repeated for credit
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THEA 415 - Shakespeare’s Renaissance Theatre
Fall or Spring (3) Wolf
This course is concerned with the drama produced in England by Shakespeare and his major contemporaries. Study will seek to foster an historical and theoretical understanding of developments in the theatre of the period and a critical approach to texts.
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* THEA 417 - Advanced Playwriting
Fall or Spring (3) Tanglao-Aguas, Wolf Prerequisite(s): THEA 317 , consent of instructor
Advanced study of form and content in dramatic writing, accomplished by readings of dramatic theories and plays from diverse genres and media. Students will have composed a full-length script by the end of the course.
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* THEA 460 - Topics in Theatre Production and Performance
Fall or Spring (1-3) Staff
Readings, writings, discussions, and practice in an area of theatrical production or performance. Area of study will vary each time the course is offered. Course may be repeated for credit
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THEA 461 - Topics in Theatre History, Theory and Criticism
Fall or Spring (3) Staff Prerequisite(s): THEA 328 and THEA 329 or consent of instructor
Readings, writings and discussion on a focused period of theatre history or on an aspect of Dramatic Theory and Criticism. Area of study will vary each time the course is offered. Course may be repeated for credit
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THEA 461W - Topics in Theatre History, Theory and Criticism
Fall or Spring (3) Staff Prerequisite(s): THEA 328 and THEA 329 or consent of instructor
Readings, writings and discussion on a focused period of theatre history or on an aspect of Dramatic Theory and Criticism. Area of study will vary each time the course is offered. Course may be repeated for credit
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* THEA 479 - Performance Seminar
Fall and Spring (1-3) G. Green Prerequisite(s): THEA 200 or THEA 152W and THEA 201 and THEA 302 , or THEA 200 or THEA 152W and THEA 201 and THEA 407 , or consent of instructor
A more advanced course for the student who is primarily interested in musical theatre performance. Fall semester classes concentrate on a performance for the William and Mary Theatre Homecoming Gala, and a public workshop production of a chamber-sized contemporary musical theatre piece with full orchestra each Spring semester. Students have the opportunity to build fully developed characters through a full length performance piece and continue assimilating song as the extension of dialogue. May be repeated for credit, as repertoire is different each semester
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* THEA 480 - Advanced Practicum in Theatre
Fall and Spring (2) Gavaler
Students will undertake a major responsibility such as designing scenery, lighting, or costumes, stage managing, serving as assistant director, or acting in a substantive role in a production sponsored by the department and supervised by the faculty. Note: See the department office for details. Course may be repeated for credit
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THEA 481 - Dramatic and Theatrical Theory
Fall or Spring (3) Staff Prerequisite(s): Two courses from THEA 201 , THEA 317 , THEA 328 , and THEA 329 , or consent of instructor
A survey of the major theories of theatre and drama from Aristotle to the present, with an emphasis on the relationship between theory and theatrical performance.
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† THEA 495 - Honors in Theatre
Fall or Spring (3) Staff
Eligible theatre majors a) submit an application for admission to the program in their junior year, b) write an Honors thesis by April 15 of their senior year detailing their scholarly investigation of a selected subject or presenting their ideas on a creative project and c) take a comprehensive oral examination. Consult the chair for eligibility, admission and continuance requirements.
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† THEA 496 - Honors in Theatre
Fall or Spring (3) Staff
Eligible theatre majors a) submit an application for admission to the program in their junior year, b) write an Honors thesis by April 15 of their senior year detailing their scholarly investigation of a selected subject or presenting their ideas on a creative project and c) take a comprehensive oral examination. Consult the chair for eligibility, admission and continuance requirements.
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† THEA 498 - Theatre Internship
Fall or Spring (3) Staff
Qualified students with appropriate course work, usually after their junior year, may receive credit for a structured learning experience in a professional-quality theatre which provides an opportunity to apply and to expand knowledge under expert supervision. This internship must be approved in advance by the theatre faculty; monitored and evaluated by a faculty member. Guidelines available in the department office. Course may be repeated for credit
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BUAD 203 - Principles of Accounting
Fall and Spring (3) Dafashy, Diaz, Smith, Stump
A study of the use and preparation of financial information and the accounting system as an interpretative tool to communicate information about a variety of economic events to both internal and external users. Topics covered include the preparation and interpretation of financial statements for external users as well as managerial uses of accounting data, cost analysis, budgeting and performance evaluation. (Required for admission to Business Majors Program.)
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BUAD 231 - Statistics
Fall and Spring (3) Boone
Basic concepts of statistical analysis within a business environment. Attention is given to solution methods via use of the computer.
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BUAD 300 - Business Perspectives and Applications
Fall and Spring (1) Staff Prerequisite(s): Admission to Business Majors Program
This course complements the core courses in the BBA Program by integrating business disciplines, ethical considerations, and business communications. The course includes business simulations, team interaction, and presentation skills. Graded The course is graded pass/fail and is completed the first semester as a Business Major
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BUAD 301 - Financial Reporting and Analysis
Fall and Spring (3) Njoroge, White Prerequisite(s): BUAD 203 or the equivalent
This course focuses on the financial reporting environment: evaluating the quality of the reported information, analyzing reporting choices, and assessing the role of financial information in resource allocation decisions. Topics traditionally included in intermediate accounting are covered by analyzing key business transactions on the financial statements and measures of performance evaluations such as profitability, competitiveness, and leverage. This course is designed to be taken as either a one-semester course or as part of a two-semester sequence with BUAD 302 .
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BUAD 302 - Advanced Financial Reporting and Analysis
Spring (3) Picconi Prerequisite(s): BUAD 301 or consent of the instructor
This course focuses on an advanced study of topics in financial reporting that are traditionally considered in intermediate accounting. Reporting issues related to topics such as pensions, stock options, and deferred taxes are considered with reference to original source materials and accounting research.
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BUAD 303 - Strategic Cost Management
Fall or Spring (3) Hinchliffe Prerequisite(s): BUAD 203 or the equivalent
Applications of cost analysis to inventory valuation and income determination and planning and control of routine operations and non-routine decisions. This course emphasizes the relevance of cost concepts to modern decision tools. Substantial use of problems and cases.
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BUAD 311 - Principles of Marketing
Fall and Spring (3) Kourmadas, Williams Prerequisite(s): ECON 101 and ECON 102 , or consent of the instructor.
A study of the role of marketing in business and the economy. Emphasis is on the examination of functions, institutions and policies.
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BUAD 317 - Organizational Behavior and Management
Fall and Spring (3) Carboni, Long, Staff
This course develops the ability to recognize and manage human and behavioral factors in work settings. Topics include: individual differences, group dynamics, motivation, and an introduction to organizational structure and leadership.
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BUAD 323 - Financial Management
Fall and Spring (3) Marble, Rosenfeld Prerequisite(s): BUAD 203 and BUAD 231 or equivalents
An examination of the finance function in the firm. Topics include the theory and practice of valuation, current and long term financing, working capital management, capital budgeting and multinational finance.
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BUAD 324 - Money and Debt Markets
Fall and Spring (3) Agnew, Merrick Prerequisite(s): BUAD 323
An examination of the operation and importance of global money and debt markets including market characteristics, regulation, international differences, international interest and exchange rate behavior, bond analysis and valuation, and risk management with interest rate and currency options and futures.
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BUAD 325 - Equity Markets and Portfolio Management
Fall and Spring (3) Atanasov, Haltiner Prerequisite(s): BUAD 323
An examination of the operation and importance of global equity markets including market characteristics, regulation, international differences, investor behavior, portfolio theory and capital asset pricing, asset allocation, security analysis, mutual funds, performance measurement, and equity options and futures.
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BUAD 330 - Computer Skills for Business
Fall and Spring (1) Blossom Corequisite(s): BUAD 350
This course is designed to complement functional courses in the Business Core Program by providing instruction in the use of application software. Typically the course will cover presentation software, spreadsheets, and database application. Graded pass/fail.
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BUAD 342 - Commercial Law and Business Organizations
Fall or Spring (3) Staff
A study of the law of business organizations, their activities and management. Substantive areas of law covered include: partnerships, corporations; securities, mergers and acquisitions; commercial paper and secured transactions; real and personal property; bailments, antitrust law and creditors’ rights.
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BUAD 343 - Legal Environment of Business
Fall and Spring (2) Stauffer
An introduction to the law and the legal process. Substantive areas of law covered include: contracts, sales of goods and product liability; business torts and environmental law; bankruptcy and international law.
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BUAD 350 - Introduction to Business Analytics
Fall and Spring (3) Blossom Prerequisite(s): BUAD 231 or the equivalent. Corequisite(s): BUAD 330
The objective of this course is to provide students with an introduction to the concepts of business analytics, operations management and information systems. During this course, students will develop skills in analyzing business situations, developing visualization and decision models designed to effectively analyze and communicate, and to identify expected risks and benefits associated with decisions based on the models developed. Note: Statistics equivalent defined as BUAD 231, ECON 307, KINE 394, MATH 106, MATH 351, PSYC 301, or SOCL 353.
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BUAD 351 - Operations Management
Fall and Spring (1.5) Johnson-Hall Prerequisite(s): BUAD 350
This course focuses on operations knowledge essential to successful management. Topics include demand forecasting, process analysis, minimizing the effects of uncertainty in supply and demand, operational decision-making and other operations topics of current interest.
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BUAD 352 - Decision-making through Visualization and Simulation
Fall and Spring (1.5) Murray Prerequisite(s): BUAD 350
The objective of this course is to provide students with advanced skills in the most common business analytics tools of the modern workplace - namely Excel and its companion programming language called Visual Basic for Applications (VBA). During this course, students will develop visualization and decision models designed to effectively communicate the meaning of complex data sets, and to identify the expected risks and returns associated with decisions about uncertain future events through the application of probability concepts and Monte Carlo simulation methods.
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BUAD 401 - Advanced Accounting
Fall or Spring (3) Staff Prerequisite(s): BUAD 301 or consent of the instructor
A study of consolidated statements, partnership accounting for special arrangements, fiduciary accounting and fund accounting.
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BUAD 404 - Auditing and Internal Controls
Fall or Spring (3) Diaz Prerequisite(s): BUAD 301 or consent of the instructor
Application of technology, modeling, statistics and other auditing procedures within the framework of generally accepted auditing standards. Reporting, ethics, international practices and case applications are emphasized.
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BUAD 405 - Federal Taxation
Fall (3) Howard Prerequisite(s): BUAD 203
An analysis of the federal income tax laws. Development of conceptual awareness of federal income tax structure and tax planning, and gaining ability to determine solutions to problems confronting the individual and business taxpayer.
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BUAD 406 - Advanced Federal Taxation
Fall or Spring (3) Hinchliffe Prerequisite(s): BUAD 405
An analysis of the federal income tax laws for partnerships, corporations and tax-exempt entities.
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BUAD 408 - Tax Compliance, Tax Research, and Tax Planning
Fall (3) Hinchliffe Prerequisite(s): Senior Accounting major or minor; BUAD 405 or to be enrolled concurrently
This course provides for the development of the ability of the students to perform sophisticated tax research and analysis as the foundation for tax compliance and for minimizing the tax liability through tax planning for the following tax entities: individual, sole proprietorship, general partnership, limited partnership, LLC, S corporation, C corporation, and exempt entities.
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BUAD 410 - International Business Management
Fall or Spring (3) Staff Prerequisite(s): BUAD 203 , BUAD 311 , and BUAD 350 ; or consent of instructor
A study of the fundamental principles and basic concepts applicable to managing in the international business environment. This course covers the nature of international markets, global trade, investment and financial exchange, and the operations of international business functions, with a strong emphasis on the strategy and structure of international business.
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BUAD 412 - Global Business Analysis
Fall or Spring (1.5 or 3) Staff Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
This course focuses on the analysis of the business environment, culture, and peoples of a global region. Students will be exposed to a wide variety of intelligence gathering methods to aid them in analyzing information related to the designated region. International business trends, developments, national economic and cultural differences will be examined. This course may be repeated one time.
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BUAD 413 - Global Business Immersion
Fall or Spring (1-3) Staff Prerequisite(s): BUAD 412 or consent of instructor. This course may be repeated one time
This course encompasses an on-site immersion experience in a designated global region. During the on-site portion of the course particular emphasis will be placed on maximizing the immersion experience with a variety of activities such as: visiting businesses and governmental agencies, meetings and seminars with academic organizations, study tours to important cultural sites, and other opportunities for experiential learning.
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BUAD 414 - Global Strategic Management
Fall and Spring (3) Williams Prerequisite(s): BUAD 311 , BUAD 323 , BUAD 350 and Senior Standing.
This course will expose students to global issues that influence the competitive behavior and performance of firms. Students will build skills for conducting strategic analysis in a variety of industry and competitive situations in the global economy. By the end of the course, students will be able to apply a general manager’s strategic perspective to the resolution of major business problems, with the goal of improving organizational performance.
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BUAD 417 - International Finance
Fall or Spring (3) Boschen Prerequisite(s): ECON 101 , ECON 102 , or the equivalents
A study of the foreign exchange markets, the relation between Interest rates and exchange rates, and the current international monetary system. Specific course topics include borrowing and lending opportunities in international financial markets, international trade finance, the management of risks associated with exchange rate fluctuations, the analysis of currency crises, and the assessment of sovereign risk.
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BUAD 419 - Valuation
Fall or Spring (3) Cici Prerequisite(s): BUAD 323
A study of enterprise valuation both from an academic and industry perspective. Topics include an analysis and application of multiple valuation approaches and an exploration of differences in valuation approaches for public, private, and distressed firms. The goal is to develop insight into how financial managers can create value for their shareholders, understand other value drivers, and learn how to incorporate them in the enterprise valuation process.
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BUAD 420 - Financial History
Fall or Spring (3) Merrick
A study of the evolution of financing arrangements, financial risk, current institutions, government policies, and the forces driving booms, busts, and financial panics. The course begins with an eclectic survey of the financial record, highlighting relevant financial theory as well as history. The final part of the course highlights the role of history in helping to shape current debate on the appropriate policy responses to macro-financial problems.
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BUAD 421 - Student Managed Investment Fund
Fall and Spring (3) Cici, Haltiner, Marble Prerequisite(s): BUAD 323 and instructor permission.
The purpose of this course is to provide portfolio management and security analysis experience through the management of the Mason School Student Managed Investment Fund (SMIF). Students select companies from an S&P stock universe, do research on their business model and competitive environment, make forecasts of future financial performance and perform valuation analyses, write an investment report and present orally a recommendation to their colleagues and faculty for inclusion in a real endowment portfolio of common stocks. This course may be repeated one time.
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BUAD 422 - Applied Financial Concepts
Spring (3) Staff. Prerequisite(s): BUAD 323 and consent of the instructor.
The goal of this course is to expose the student to practices and developments within several specialized areas of the financial services sector through the case method of instruction. Key objectives are to develop the student’s problem solving ability and oral and written communication skills through the quantitative and qualitative analysis of actual business situations. Active student participation in case discussion and analysis is required. This course is offered through the Distinguish program, and requires an application.
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BUAD 423 - Corporate Financial Strategy
Fall or Spring (3) Bryce Prerequisite(s): BUAD 323
Advanced topics in the theory and practice of financial decision-making. Cases and readings are used to examine the tools and techniques of financial strategy formulation and implementation under various environmental settings.
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BUAD 426 - Fundamentals of Hedge Fund Management
Spring (1) Staff. Prerequisite(s): BUAD 323 and consent of the instructor.
This course is designed to give students a broad overview of the hedge fund industry and what is needed to launch a hedge fund and hedge fund manager by providing an overview of hedge fund structures, primary internal and external parties, and key regulatory, legal, and ethical considerations. This course is offered through the Distinguish program, and requires an application. Graded Pass/Fail.
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BUAD 431 - Strategic Analysis and Consulting
Fall or Spring (3) Staff Prerequisite(s): Junior standing. Students may not be concurrently enrolled in BUAD 431 and BUAD 300 .
The course will focus on the process of analysis and consulting. Students will engage with a variety of tools for data collection, information gathering, interviewing, and the evaluation of hard and soft data sources. Students will develop an appreciation for the multiple moving parts in a consulting assignment through a case competition and an engagement for a specific organization.
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BUAD 435 - Teams: Design, Selection, and Development
Fall or Spring (3) Wilson Prerequisite(s): BUAD 317 or equivalent
This course is designed to develop the knowledge and skills to enable students to improve the performance of most teams. Working in teams has become the norm in most organizations, yet most people have many misconceptions about what makes groups effective. Groups can be exhilarating or maddening. This course will cover work in a variety of teams including: project teams, self-directed teams, research teams, consulting teams, and multinational teams. Topics include: team design, principles of selection, team performance management and rewards, managing transnational teams, and team facilitation.
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BUAD 436 - Business and Society
Fall or Spring (3) Staff Prerequisite(s): Junior standing
This course explores the complex relationship between business and the wider social context in which it operates and the challenges leaders face in balancing their economic, ethical, legal, and citizenship responsibilities to their various stakeholders. In this era of ‘globalization’ corporations may be as large as nations in terms of economic and social impact. Topics Include: corporate social responsibility, and citizenship, ecological and natural resource concerns, business-government relations, technological change, public relations, and corporate governance.
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BUAD 437 - Change Management and Organizational Transformation
Fall and Spring (3) Sims Prereq/Corequisite(s): BUAD 317 or consent of the instructor
The course will focus on effective process design, change management, and transforming the organization through changes in process, people, and technology. Topics will include stakeholder analysis, goal/strategy alignment, generating buy-in, effectively informating processes, performance measurement and incentives.
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BUAD 438 - Leadership
Fall or Spring (3) Staff Prerequisite(s): BUAD 317 . Senior standing
This field-based course is designed to develop the ability to work with and through others in order to make effective contributions as a member of an organization. The course emphasizes developing a leadership orientation, understanding critical leadership issues and developing appropriate leadership skills.
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BUAD 441 - Social Entrepreneurship
Fall or Spring (3) Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing.
Social Entrepreneurs create innovative and sustainable solutions to critical social and environmental challenges, using strategies from business. This course integrates the concepts of social responsibility, sustainable business, nonprofit and for-profit management, and consulting practice by applying these frameworks to specific issues in domestic and international contexts.
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BUAD 442 - The Psychology of Decision Making
Fall or Spring (3) Staff Prerequisite(s): BUAD 231 or the equivalent and senior standing (GER 3)
An examination and analysis of the cognitive factors that aid or hinder choosing alternative courses of action. The major emphasis will be on psychological processes underlying choice and judgment. Applications to business decisions and policy making will be considered. (Cross listed with PSYC 442 )
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BUAD 443 - Entrepreneurial Ventures
Fall or Spring (3) Ash Prerequisite(s): BUAD 311 , BUAD 323 , BUAD 350 ; or consent of the instructor
Entrepreneurial Ventures focuses on the issues, decisions, and problems faced by entrepreneurial owners and innovators who wish to create and manage new or smaller enterprises, family businesses, technology based enterprises or franchises. Students will develop the knowledge and skill sets relevant for the creation, operation and ultimate success of the venture based on enterprise.
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BUAD 444 - Entrepreneurship Consulting
Fall (2) Ash, Monark
Students will work with real business organizations as consultants under the guidance of the Entrepreneurship Center. This opportunity will involve students in many phases of problem solving and organizational development in launching entrepreneurial ventures. Students will work in teams to address challenges requiring independent analysis and interdisciplinary thinking, while also developing analytical thinking, interpersonal, and communication skills. The course will involve field work and independent research on project (s) that extend across the fall and spring semesters, so students must enroll in both semesters.
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BUAD 445 - Entrepreneurship Consulting
Fall and Spring (2) Ash, Monark. Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing.
Students will work with real business organizations as consultants under the guidance of the Entrepreneurship Center. This opportunity will involve students in many phases of problem solving and organizational development in launching entrepreneurial ventures. Students will work in teams to address challenges requiring independent analysis and interdisciplinary thinking, while also developing analytical thinking, interpersonal, and communication skills. The course will involve field work and independent research on project(s) that extend across the fall and spring semesters; students must enroll in both semesters.
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BUAD 446 - Consumer Behavior
Fall or Spring (3) Szykman Prerequisite(s): BUAD 311
The consumer-firm relationship is analyzed through the application of concepts drawn from contemporary behavioral science to concrete business cases and practices. Relevant concepts from the fields of cultural anthropology, sociology and psychology are applied to problems encountered in marketing to various consumer groups.
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