Arts Entrepreneurship in Sculpture Certificate of Achievement
Program Overview
The Arts Entrepreneurship in Sculpture Certificate of Achievement equips students with technical sculpture skills, entrepreneurial knowledge, and portfolio development. Through required courses in business practices, marketing, and entrepreneurship, and elective courses in sculpture and digital media, students gain the foundation to establish and manage their own arts businesses.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Overview: The Arts Entrepreneurship in Sculpture Certificate of Achievement aims to equip students and community members with the skills necessary to establish and run their own arts businesses. The program focuses on sculpture as the medium of choice.
- Objectives:
- Develop technical competence in sculpture.
- Create a professional physical and digital art portfolio.
- Acquire fundamental entrepreneurial skills in marketing, self-promotion, and business planning.
Outline:
- Required Courses:
- DDP 195: Business Practices and Portfolio Preparation for Creatives (3 units)
- ART 004: Three-Dimensional Design (3 units)
- BUMA 028: Introduction to Entrepreneurship (3 units)
- BUMA 027: Marketing (3 units)
- Elective Courses:
- Select 3 units from the following courses:
- DDP 116: Social Media Design (3 units)
- BUMA 026: Social Media Marketing (3 units)
- CIS 082C: Front End Web Development (3 units)
- Select 6 units from the following art concentrated electives:
- ART 011A: Beginning Sculpture (3 units)
- ART 011B: Intermediate Sculpture (3 units)
- ART 020A: Beginning Ceramic Sculpture (3 units)
- ART 020B: Intermediate Ceramic Sculpture (3 units)
Assessment:
College of the Desert
Overview:
College of the Desert (COD) is a community college located in Palm Desert, California. It serves the Coachella Valley and surrounding areas, offering a wide range of academic programs and student services.
Services Offered:
COD provides a comprehensive set of services for its students, including:
Admissions:
Assisting students with the application process and providing guidance on eligibility requirements.Financial Aid:
Offering various financial aid options to help students afford their education.Library:
Providing access to a vast collection of resources, including books, journals, and online databases.Student Services:
Offering support services such as counseling, tutoring, career services, and disability support.Academic Programs:
Providing a diverse selection of academic programs leading to associate degrees, certificates, and transfer options to four-year universities.Other:
COD has multiple off-campus locations throughout the Coachella Valley, including Coachella, Desert Hot Springs, Indio, Mecca/Thermal, Palm Springs, and other West Valley locations. The college also has a strong focus on community engagement and offers various programs and services to support the local community.
