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MGMT 316 - Team Dynamics (3)
In-depth exploration of how to create a motivated, productive, dynamic self-directed team. Students are given the opportunity to develop the skills and strategies needed to become members and leaders of effective teams. Prerequisite: MGMT 220. Spring.
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MGMT 323 - Human Resources Management (3)
Introduces students to key Human Resource Management (HRM) processes/systems in organizations (job analysis, recruitment, selection, training, employee development, and compensation) and topics related to legal issues, labor relations and global issues. The strategic implications of HRM as a competitive advantage will be a central theme. Each topic will be presented in the context of the managerial functions of planning, leading, organizing and controlling. Prerequisite: MGMT 313. Spring.
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MGMT 343 - Sport Management (3)
An introduction to the scope of sport enterprise including how business is involved in sport, and an overall evaluation of sport management as a profession. This course provides detailed overview of the sports industry and its management and business practices. Students will study organizational theory and design, human resources, decision making, policy development, planning, and governance in the context of sport organizations. Prerequisite: MGMT 220. See department chair.
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MGMT 350 - Marketing Principles (3)
The course focuses on the elements of the marketing mix (product, price, promotion and place) and the marketing concept. Marketing terminology and selected marketing models and theories are presented. Application and integration of these theories and models are required. Prerequisite: MGMT 220. Fall and Spring.
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MGMT 352 - Applied Research (3)
Emphasizes the importance of research and the research method in management decision making. Provides a foundation for gathering information and making decisions in a business setting by providing an overview of various research designs. This course examines the application of statistics to management research. Design of a practical management research project required. Prerequisites: MGMT 220; STAT 185; junior standing. No credit given if credit received for MGMT 351. Fall and Spring.
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MGMT 357 - Promotion Management (3)
An examination of the promotional process, focusing on how the five aspects of the promotional mix (advertising, direct marketing, sales promotion, publicity and public relations, and personal selling) are interrelated, and their effects on both consumers and businesses. Prerequisite: MGMT 350. Spring.
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MGMT 360 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship (3)
The special problems, required analyses, and unique managerial skills involved in the development and operation of a small business. Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructor. See department chair.
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MGMT 361 - Family Enterprises (3)
Examines the many unique aspects of family firms and the complexities of managing within a family business environment. Specifically, issues of structure, governance, succession, strategy, leadership and family dynamics are addressed. Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructor. See department chair.
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MGMT 362 - Advances in Quality Control (3)
Proactive rather than reactive principles of quality control. The course includes history of current quality control organizational practices, examines attribute and variable control charts, six sigma, six sigma lean, and short run control charts, explores experimental design using Taguchi Methods, and reflects on future methods and techniques. Prerequisite: STAT 185 or 225 or PSYC 202. Even years Fall.
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MGMT 364 - Inventory and Supply Chain Management (3)
Concepts in planning, controlling and managing the operations function of manufacturing and service organizations. The course includes advanced inventory theory, forecasting, purchasing, materials management, logistics, purchasing systems, supplier-based strategies, price-cost management, value analysis. Prerequisites: ACCT 216 or 317, ECON 306, MGMT 220, 380; STAT 185 or 225 or PSYC 202. Odd years Spring.
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MGMT 380 - Management Science (3)
The application of quantitative methods to decision making. Emphasis is placed on linear programming and related topics, decisions theory, Markov chains, network analysis, forecasting, inventory models and simulation. Prerequisites: STAT 185 or 225 or PSYC 202. Fall and Spring.
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MGMT 386 - Management Information Systems (3)
Introduces students to the management of information; integrated systems and general systems concepts in the planning, development, implementation and control of information. Prerequisites: ACCT 216 or 317; MGMT 220. Fall and Spring.
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MGMT 388 - Strategies for Leading Change (3)
Examines theoretical change models, explores the experiences of visionary leaders of change, and investigates the various issues in leading a change initiative. Students, as potential leaders of change, will learn problem-solving strategies for transforming ideas into practice. For students interested in entrepreneurship, leadership, marketing and/or social entrepreneurship. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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MGMT 398 - International Management (3)
Studies the drivers and effects of globalization on the human experience, particularly as it relates to the management environment. Students will identify, explain and analyze concepts and strategies involved in managing in a global environment. No credit given to students who have credit for MGMT 308. Prerequisite: junior standing. Fall and Spring.
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MGMT 401 - International Marketing (3)
This course provides a theoretical and conceptual foundation for the study of international marketing. It introduces the controllable and uncontrollable variables that affect marketing in a globalized world, and examines the marketing mix necessary to achieve an effective international program. Prerequisite: MGMT 350. Fall.
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MGMT 423 - Seminar in Public Management and Leadership (3)
This upper-level seminar course examines the study and practice of managing and leading in the public sector. Special attention is given to the exploration of a diverse array of issues that influence the work of public managers from both the macro organization theory and micro organization behavior perspectives. Such topics include bureaucratic discretion, the performance and accountability paradox, employee motivation, intra-and interorganizational power dynamics, and human resource management and development, among others. Seminal and contemporary readings, along with topical case studies, are explored with an emphasis on theory application and problem solving at the local, state, and federal levels. Prerequisites: Junior standing and any 200-level or higher course in ECON, MGMT, POLS or SOC. Even years Fall.
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MGMT 424 - Seminar in Organizational Power and Politics (3)
This upper-level seminar course examines political behavior within and among organizations in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. Students will explore the varying sources of power in organizational life and how individuals, groups, and organizations use political tactics and strategies to shape agendas and achieve goals. Classical and modern writings on power and politics in society, government, and business, with special attention to leadership, unethical behaviors, and group dynamics are explored. Prerequisites: Junior standing and any 200-level or higher course in ECON, MGMT, POLS, PSYC or SOC. Odd years Fall.
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MGMT 453 - Marketing and the Consumer (3)
The study of the process whereby producers understand the needs and desires of the consumer, combined with a careful analysis of the marketing techniques required to reach the consumer. Prerequisites: MGMT 350. Fall.
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MGMT 458 - Marketing Strategy (3)
The selection and evaluation of the appropriate marketing mix needed to achieve the overall objectives of an organization. Emphasis is placed on the case method. Prerequisites: MGMT 350 and senior standing. Spring.
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MGMT 460 - Production Management (3)
Addresses the issues of producing, servicing, and delivering high-quality, low- cost goods and services in an increasingly competitive global economy. A total systems approach is used to balance the emphasis between managerial issues and analytical techniques to strengthen both critical thinking and problem solving skills. Prerequisites: MGMT 220, 380. Pre- or corequisite: ECON 306. Fall.
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MGMT 464 - Project Management (3)
Principles and concepts of project management as they relate to contemporary organizations from project inception to termination. Course integrates team leadership techniques, network design, scheduling, in-progress reviews, and project auditing into the quantitative skills of network analysis (PERT, CPM) and time versus cost trade-off. This integration of qualitative and quantitative skills is accomplished through one or more class projects. Computer-aided as well as manual approaches to these topics are presented. Prerequisites: ACCT 216 or 317; MGMT 220. Pre- or corequisite: MGMT 380. Spring.
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MGMT 465 - Operations Research (3)
Introduction and application of operations research techniques and optimization theory as they are applied to problem solving. Methods covered include transportation and assignment models, the revised simplex method, queuing theory, network flow analysis, multiple criteria decision making (MCDM), advanced inventory models, and Lagrange multipliers. Prerequisites: STAT 185 or 225, MGMT 380. Spring.
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MGMT 480 - Management Strategies and Policy (3)
The rationale and development of strategies, policies, procedures and systems as managerial means to pursue organizational purposes and goals. Pedagogy includes case analyses. Prerequisites: ACCT 216 or 317; ECON 306; all required MGMT 300-level core courses; senior standing. Fall and Spring.
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MGMT 481 - Leadership in Organizations (3)
Provides students with a thorough overview of various leadership perspectives, styles, and theories. The goal will be to develop an understanding of effective leadership development at the individual, group/team, and organizational level. Leadership principles will be applied to many management topics, including motivation, diversity, ethics, team dynamics, international business, and organization change. Concepts will be reinforced with assigned readings, case analyses and interactive exercises. Prerequisite: MGMT 313. See department chair.
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MGMT 483 - Strategic Management Business Simulation Lab (1)
An experiential lab that simulates the management decision process in a competitive environment. Key decisions focus on business areas of research and development, marketing, production, and finance. A significant portion of the course involves written analysis. Pre- or corequisite: MGMT 480. Fall and Spring.
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MGMT 484 - Senior Seminar (2)
Applies management and social philosophy concepts to in-depth analyses of current and future business situations. Various topics will be chosen by the instructor with a thematic emphasis on ethical and international business issues. A comprehensive project and an oral presentation are required. Successful completion of the presentation, as defined by published departmental standards, fulfills the oral competency requirement for the management major. Prerequisites: ACCT 216 or 317, senior standing, and at least 6 hours of 300-level management courses. Fall and Spring.
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MGMT 487 - Production and Inventory Control (3)
Planning and control in production environments. Techniques and systems used in forecasting, operations planning, inventory control, production scheduling and activity control. Prerequisite: MGMT 380. Odd years Spring.
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MGMT 489 - Project-Based Professional Internship (3)
Semester long, project-based internship with a participating host organization, preferably in the Western North Carolina area, typically scheduled for Management students in their senior year. Specific information is available from the Department Internship Coordinator. Prerequisites: Minimum 2.0 grade point average overall and in major courses; permission of the Department Internship coordinator. Fall and Spring.
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MGMT 499 - Undergraduate Research in Management (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a department faculty mentor. Prerequisite: Permission of the supervising departmental faculty member. MGMT 352 is highly recommended. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. Fall and Spring.
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Management - Special Topics and Colloquia |
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MGMT 171-4 - Special Topics in Management (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. Prerequisites: as indicated for the respective courses. See department chair.
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MGMT 178 - Liberal Arts First-Year Colloquium (3-4)
Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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MGMT 271-4 - Special Topics in Management (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. Prerequisites: as indicated for the respective courses. See department chair.
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MGMT 371-4 - Special Topics in Management (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. Prerequisites: as indicated for the respective courses. See department chair.
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MGMT 378 - Liberal Arts Colloquium for Transfer Students (3-4)
Colloquium offered to fulfill Liberal Arts Core requirements. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. See Liberal Arts section of catalog for course description.
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MGMT 471-4 - Special Topics in Management (1-4)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. Prerequisites: as indicated for the respective courses. See department chair.
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Master of Liberal Arts and Sciences |
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CCS 560 - Seminar in Climate Change and Society (3)
Interdisciplinary seminar on questions of human nature and human values raised by the study of climate change and society. Topics include the fundamentals of climate change science, and provide tools for decision-making, modeling, and communicating climate science to the general public to improve the understanding of how these issues impact the human condition. May be repeated as topics vary.
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ENG 520 - Seminar in English (3)
Interdisciplinary seminar on questions of human nature and human values raised by the study of literature, linguistics, and the process of creative writing. May be repeated as topics vary.
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MLAS 500 - Human Condition (3)
An introduction to interdisciplinary studies at the graduate level. This gateway seminar for the Master of Liberal Arts and Sciences Program offers an opportunity to examine topics that address our fundamental human nature from a multitude of perspectives—intimate and immediate as well as analytical and more removed. Students will develop scholarly research, writing, and analytical thinking skills. Must be taken as part of the first 9 hours of coursework in the MLAS program. Exceptions must be approved by the director. Fall and Spring.
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MLAS 520 - Seminar in the Humanities (3)
Interdisciplinary seminars on questions of human nature and human values raised in the humanities, but drawing on insights from the natural and social sciences as well. Some seminars emphasize the creative writing process. May be repeated as topics vary.
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MLAS 540 - Seminar on Globalization Past and Present (3)
Interdisciplinary seminars on questions of human nature and human values within the context of Globalization. These seminars are taught from the perspective of the social sciences, but draw on insights from the humanities and natural sciences as well. May be repeated as topics vary.
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MLAS 560 - Seminar on Science and Human Values (3)
Interdisciplinary seminars on questions of human nature and human values raised by the natural sciences, but drawing on insights from the humanities and social sciences as well. May be repeated as topics vary.
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MLAS 599 - Directed Research in the Master of Liberal Arts and Sciences (1-3)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor or with an interdisciplinary team of faculty. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of the instructor. Students may take Directed Research twice for a total of 6 hours of credit, in any combination of MLAS 599, ENG 599 and CCS 599. Fall and Spring.
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MLAS 600 - Contemporary Issues (3)
The different perspectives developed through each student’s program will be brought to bear on assessing the human condition in contemporary America. Such issues as the impact of science and technology, professional ethics, the environment, changing values, and international interdependence will be discussed. Prerequisite: 18 hours of MLAS course work.
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MLAS 610 - Tutorial (1-3)
Individual study supervised by a faculty member. Topics are chosen after consultation between student, graduate advisor, and faculty member. Course may be repeated as subject matter changes for a total of 6 hours of credit.
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MLAS 670 - Scholarly Inquiry Seminar (3)
This seminar provides a forum for students to develop their individual scholarly interests into a capstone MLAS project. Includes survey of techniques of inquiry in the arts, humanities, social sciences and natural sciences, as well as practical issues from finding a topic, to final presentation and defense. Students will define a topic for the project seminar, choosing a subject in which they have had at least 6 credit hours of graduate-level coursework, and begin their preliminary research. Project proposals must be approved by the project advisor, the instructor of MLAS 670, and the MLAS Director. Prerequisite: 21 hours in the MLAS Program. (Grading S/U). Spring.
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MLAS 680 - Project Seminar (3)
Seminar dedicated to the completion of a capstone scholarly research project under the direction of a project advisor and project seminar instructor. Typically the project takes the form of a major research paper (40-50 pages), but alternatives, including creative projects in the arts or literature are permitted with the concurrence of the advisor and MLAS 670 instructor of record. Drafts are presented and final projects are defended in the seminar before the end of the semester. The final paper/project is approved by the instructor of MLAS 680, the MLAS Director, and the project advisor. Prerequisite: Successful completion of MLAS 670. (Grading S/U). Fall.
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MLAS 690 - Master’s Thesis (1-6)
A substantial research project and resulting original thesis, with topic chosen in consultation with the faculty member who will serve as the thesis director and approved by the Graduate Council. Thesis must be publicly defended by the candidate and accepted by the Thesis Committee and Graduate Council. Either 3 credits of MLAS 680 or 6 credits of MLAS 690 are required of all MLA candidates.(Grading S/U/IP). Students who receive an IP grade for MLAS 690 will have two (2) additional semesters in which to complete and defend their theses.
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CCS 571-3 - Special Topics in Climate Change and Society (1-3)
Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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CCS 671-3 - Special Topics in Climate Change and Society (1-3)
Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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ENG 571-3 - Special Topics in English (1-3)
Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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ENG 671-3 - Special Topics in English (1-3)
Courses not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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MLAS 571-3 - Special Topics in Master of Liberal Arts (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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MLAS 671-3 - Special Topics in Master of Liberal Arts and Sciences (1-3)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.
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MSE 201 - Structure and Properties of Engineering Materials (3)
Introduction to the fundamental physical principles governing the structure and constitution of metallic and nonmetallic materials and the relationships among these principles and the mechanical, physical and chemical properties of engineering materials. Prerequisite: grade of C- or better in CHEM 132. Fall.
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MUSC 101 - Class Piano I (2)
Group and individualized instruction in piano and basic music theory designed to accommodate beginners, as well as students with intermediate abilities. Lecture, demonstration and laboratory. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 102 - Class Piano II (2)
Group and individualized instruction in piano and basic music theory designed to accommodate beginners, as well as students with intermediate abilities. Lecture, demonstration and laboratory. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 103 - Class Guitar I (2)
Group and individualized instruction in techniques of guitar performance, classical and popular. Lecture, demonstration and laboratory. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 104 - Class Guitar II (2)
Group and individualized instruction in techniques of guitar performance, classical and popular. Lecture, demonstration and laboratory. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 105 - Class Voice I (2)
A study of voice production, including respiration, articulation, voice placement and freshman-level repertoire. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 111 - Chorus (1)
Performance course emphasizing vocal and ensemble technique, along with a broad survey of vocal music literature. Note: Ensembles may be repeated for credit. However, students may earn no more than 8 hours of credit per course, and no more than 20 hours in aggregate may count toward graduation requirements. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 121 - Concert Band (1)
Performance course emphasizing reading and technique. Ability to perform on a brass, woodwind or percussion instrument required. Note: Ensembles may be repeated for credit. However, students may earn no more than 8 hours of credit per course, and no more than 20 hours in aggregate may count toward graduation requirements. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 122 - Jazz Band (1)
Performance course encompassing jazz idioms. Open to all students by audition and director’s permission. Note: Ensembles may be repeated for credit. However, students may earn no more than 8 hours of credit per course, and no more than 20 hours in aggregate may count toward graduation requirements. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 123 - Ensemble (1)
Course designed to meet specific needs each semester. Possible participation in all types of trios, quartets, quintets, etc., classical or popular styles. Open to all students by audition and permission of instructor. Note: Ensembles may be repeated for credit. However, students may earn no more than 8 hours of credit per course, and no more than 20 hours in aggregate may count toward graduation requirements. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 124 - Symphony (1)
Performance of classical repertoire with the Asheville Symphony Orchestra. By audition only and permission of the conductor. Note: Ensembles may be repeated for credit. However, students may earn no more than 8 hours of credit per course, and no more than 20 hours in aggregate may count toward graduation requirements. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 125 - Jazz Choir (1)
Jazz vocal choir rehearsing and publicly performing contemporary jazz arrangements. Open to all students by audition. Note: Ensembles may be repeated for credit. However, students may earn no more than 8 hours of credit per course, and no more than 20 hours in aggregate may count toward graduation requirements. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 128 - Percussion Ensemble (1)
Performance course emphasizing percussion literature of all styles. By audition. Note: Ensembles may be repeated for credit. However, students may earn no more than 8 hours of credit per course, and no more than 20 hours in aggregate may count toward graduation requirements. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 129 - Jazz Ensemble (1)
Performance course for instrumentalists emphasizing small-group jazz literature from bebop to present. By audition. Note: Ensembles may be repeated for credit. However, students may earn no more than 8 hours of credit per course, and no more than 20 hours in aggregate may count toward graduation requirements. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 131 - Introductory Music Theory (3)
Stresses basic music literacy, the rudiments of music, and basic analytical techniques and proficiencies relevant to a study of the elements of music. Includes introductory aural skills. Fall.
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MUSC 191 - Applied Music I (2)
Individual weekly lessons and a one-hour weekly group meeting. Details available from Music Department. Prerequisite: Audition and permission of the department. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 192 - Applied Music II (2)
Individual weekly lessons and a one-hour weekly group meeting. Details available from Music Department. Prerequisite: Audition and permission of the department. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 201 - Aural Skills I (1)
Laboratory for ear-training and sight-singing. Prerequisite: demonstrated piano competency through the MUSC 101 level; corequisite: MUSC 231. Spring.
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MUSC 202 - Aural Skills II (1)
Continuation of MUSC 201. Prerequisite: MUSC 201; corequisite: MUSC 232. Fall.
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MUSC 231 - Music Theory I (3)
A study of music from the common practice period, and of American popular music from the 19th century to the present, including clef notation, key signatures, major and minor scales, triads and seventh chords, transposing instruments, score order, and four-part voice leading. Prerequisite: demonstrated piano competency through the MUSC 101 level; corequisite: MUSC 201. Spring.
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MUSC 232 - Music Theory II (3)
A continuation of MUSC 231. Based on a comparative study of repertoire from jazz,
rock, and Western art music, the course includes study of diatonic harmony and
voiceleading, cadences, phrase structure, modulation, and harmonic progression,
Students will learn music fundamentals through a focus on musical style and
repertoire. Prerequisites: MUSC 201, 231; corequisite MUSC 202. Fall.
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MUSC 235 - Contemporary Writing and Production (2)
Basic songwriting, groove-writing and part-writing skills will be addressed concurrently with technological instruction in Sibelius and Pro Tools. Prerequisite: MUSC 232. Even years Fall.
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MUSC 241 - Composition I (1)
Creative writing and original compositions in various forms and for varied media. Prerequisite: MUSC 332; or permission of instructor. See department chair.
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MUSC 242 - Composition II (1)
Creative writing and original compositions in various forms and for varied media. Prerequisite: MUSC 332; or permission of instructor. See department chair.
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MUSC 291 - Applied Music III (2)
Individual weekly lessons and a one-hour weekly group meeting. Details available from Music Department. Prerequisite: Audition and permission of the department. Students intending to take 300-level Applied Music courses must apply for the Upper-Level Qualifying Audition in applied study no later than the middle of the semester preceding enrollment. Auditions will be held during the juried Applied Music examinations held at the end of the semester preceding enrollment. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 292 - Applied Music IV (2)
Individual weekly lessons and a one-hour weekly group meeting. Details available from Music Department. Prerequisite: Audition and permission of the department. Students intending to take 300-level Applied Music courses must apply for the Upper-Level Qualifying Audition in applied study no later than the middle of the semester preceding enrollment. Auditions will be held during the juried Applied Music examinations held at the end of the semester preceding enrollment. Fall and Spring.
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MUSC 293 - Harmony and Improvisation I (2)
Common keyboard voicings and improvisation techniques in various musical styles, with an emphasis on harmonic theory and contemporary chord symbol nomenclature. Prerequisites: MUSC 201, 231. Fall.
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MUSC 294 - Harmony and Improvisation II (2)
Common keyboard voicings and improvisation techniques in various musical styles, with an emphasis on harmonic theory and contemporary chord symbol nomenclature. Prerequisite: MUSC 293. Spring.
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MUSC 301 - Aural Skills III (1)
Continuation of MUSC 202. Prerequisite: MUSC 202; corequisite: MUSC 331. Spring.
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MUSC 302 - Aural Skills IV (1)
Continuation of MUSC 301. Prerequisite: MUSC 301; corequisite: MUSC 332. See department chair.
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MUSC 331 - Music Theory III (3)
A continuation of MUSC 232. Includes a study of soprano-bass counterpoint in a variety of musical styles and genres, chromatic harmony (altered chords and extended tonalities and extended chords); modulation; forms (binary, ternary, sonata allegro, rondo, and form in popular music). Students will learn music fundamentals through a focus on musical style and repertoire. Prerequisite: MUSC 202, 232; corequisite MUSC 301. Spring.
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MUSC 332 - Music Theory IV (3)
Impressionistic and 20th-century techniques including alternatives to tonality and contemporary treatment of the elements of music; techniques for writing and analyzing compositions based on pitch class sets and serialism. Prerequisite: MUSC 331; corequisite MUSC 302. See department chair.
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MUSC 341 - Composition III (1)
Creative writing and original compositions in various forms and for varied media. Prerequisite: MUSC 332; or permission of instructor. See department chair.
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MUSC 342 - Composition IV (1)
Creative writing and original compositions in various forms and for varied media. Prerequisite: MUSC 332; or permission of instructor. See department chair.
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MUSC 343 - African American Music: Slavery to Swing (3)
Surveys the unique musical languages created by African Americans during the period from the arrival of first African slaves in colonial America (1619) to the flowering of swing in the 1930s. The listening examples, readings, discussions and assignments are designed to illuminate historical African American musical practices while highlighting the relevance of African American musical history to today’s musical cultures. See department chair.
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MUSC 344 - African American Music: R&B to Hip Hop (3)
Surveys the unique musical languages created by African Americans during the postwar era and focuses on five distinctive and durable styles: R&B, Soul, Funk, Techno and Hip-Hop. The listening examples, readings, discussions and assignments are designed to illuminate the connections between historic and contemporary African American genres. These connections are traced broadly by focusing on five themes present in each genre: sex, politics, appropriation, technology, and transnationalism. See department chair.
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MUSC 345 - Defining the Beatles: Music, Image and Influence (3)
Explores the cultural, social and musical history of the Beatles, paying particular attention to the role different media have played in defining their image. By examining music, literature (print media, biography, criticism and original writing by the Beatles) and video/film, this course investigates how the parties involved (e.g. record companies, critics, biographers, the audience, the Beatles themselves) have shaped the Beatles phenomenon and defined their legacy. See department chair.
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MUSC 346 - The Grateful Dead: Music, Counterculture and Society (3)
Explores the musical and cultural world of the Grateful Dead. Using music, literature and film, this course investigates the unique qualities of the Grateful Dead in order to discover why the group has had a profound and lasting impact on the world of contemporary music. See department chair.
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MUSC 347 - Transatlantic Jazz (3)
Seminar course that chronicles the interaction of African American, American and European jazz perspectives over the past century of accelerating transatlantic musical and cultural exchange. Students will use a number of case studies to examine these interrelated and shifting perspectives in the context of broader geopolitical developments that have structured (and continue to structure) their interaction. Accordingly, the course is divided into three chronological periods: interwar, cold war, and post-cold war. Discussions will focus upon source readings, recordings and other materials and also important theories of transatlantic cultural exchange drawn from American, European, and African and African American Studies. See department chair.
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MUSC 348 - Music History and Literature to 1750 (3)
Survey and analysis of Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque music such as Gregorian chant, early polyphony, the Ars nova, Burgundian and Franco-Flemish composers, Italian madrigals, music of the Reformation, early opera, instrumental music, and the music of J. S. Bach. Fall.
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MUSC 349 - Music History and Literature Since 1750 (3)
Survey and analysis of 18th- through early 21st-century music such as comic opera, the development of the symphony, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Romantic music, modernism, Schoenberg, Stravinsky, minimalism, and post-modernism. Spring.
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MUSC 357 - Jazz History (3)
A study of the development of jazz from its roots in ragtime and blues forms through contemporary acoustic and electroacoustic jazz styles. Even years Fall.
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MUSC 358 - Electronic Music Composition I (3)
A study of the techniques, history, literature and aesthetics of classical analog and digital electronic music synthesis and composition; hands-on introduction to techniques. A composition project is required. Prerequisite: MUSC 232; or permission of the instructor. Fall.
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MUSC 359 - Electronic Music Composition II (3)
A continuation of MUSC 358, emphasizing study of advanced compositional techniques. A composition project is required. Prerequisite: MUSC 358; or permission of the instructor. Spring.
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MUSC 360 - Music and the Human Organism (3)
A study of the effects of sound and music on the human organism viewed from both Eastern and Western perspectives. Even years Spring
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MUSC 382 - Music Industry and Business I (3)
A survey of the music industry with special emphasis on music publishing, copyright, licensing, agents, managers, attorneys and merchandising. See department chair.
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MUSC 383 - Music Industry and Business II (3)
Continued study of the music business through community‐based project learning. Students complete several real‐world based projects and discuss their experiences with colleagues in a seminar‐style classroom setting. Prerequisite: MUSC 382. Odd years Spring.
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