DEGREE PROGRAM

Master of Arts Program Outcomes

Analyze & Synthesize Business Principles

Analyze and synthesize design and business principles, techniques, and tools to effectively address complex challenges in design, art, and business.

Analyze Designs

Analyze complex design requirements to create professional-quality work using design software and technologies.

Evaluate Effectiveness

Evaluate the effectiveness of their designs for business applications.

Innovate

Create innovative solutions that meet professional standards.

Develop Solutions

Critically analyze and apply essential aspects of the business, art, and design environments, including project management, client relations, production techniques, business operations, and ethical practices, to develop innovative solutions and strategies that meet professional standards.

Comprehensive Working Portfolio

Develop and run a comprehensive working portfolio that demonstrates advanced application of design and business skills, showcasing creativity and proficiency at a professional level.

Master of Arts in Design Business Emphasis in Digital Technology (36 Credit Hours)

SEMESTER	COURSES	COURSE NAME	LENGTH	CREDIT HOURS
A	A201	Design Foundations on Fire *for students without a BA of BFA in Graphic Design	15 weeks	3
A	A202	Introduction to Photoshop & InDesign *for students without a BA of BFA in Graphic Design	15 weeks	3
A	A203	Introduction to Illustrator *for students without a BA of BFA in Graphic Design	15 weeks	3
B	B501	Business Foundations for Designers and Artists	15 weeks	3
B	B502	Methodology for Creative Innovations & Color Theory for Digital Technology	15 weeks	3
B	B504	Illustrator Drawing Academy	15 weeks	3
C	C505	Business Workflow, Production, and Project Management for Creatives	15 weeks	3
C	C506*	Surface Pattern Design with an Emphasis in Fabric, Paper, & Wallpaper	15 weeks	3
C	C507*	Die Cut and 3D Design Technology (Stickers + 3D)	15 weeks	3
D	D601	Entrepreneurial Strategies for Creatives	15 weeks	3
D	D602	Design Business Capstone 1	15 weeks	3
D	D508*	Font Design and Innovative Typography	15 weeks	3
E	E509	Accounting for Creatives	15 weeks	3
E	E510	Business Branding & Organic Marketing for Creatives	15 weeks	3
E	E604	Design Business Capstone 2	15 weeks	3
	D511*	Web Design (May replace C506, C507, or C508)	15 weeks	3

Master of Arts in Design Business Emphasis in Visual Arts (36 Credit Hours)

SEMESTER	COURSES	COURSE NAME	LENGTH	CREDIT HOURS
A	A201	Design Foundations on Fire *for students without a BA of BFA in Graphic Design	15 weeks	3
A	A202	Introduction to Photoshop & InDesign *for students without a BA of BFA in Graphic Design	15 weeks	3
A	A203	Introduction to Illustrator *for students without a BA of BFA in Graphic Design	15 weeks	3
B	B501	Business Foundations for Designers and Artists	15 weeks	3
B	B503	Methodology for Creative Innovations & Color Theory for Visual Art	15 weeks	3
B	B504	Illustrator Drawing Academy	15 weeks	3
C	C505	Business Workflow, Production, and Project Management for Creatives	15 weeks	3
C	C506*	Surface Pattern Design with an Emphasis in Fabric, Paper, & Wallpaper	15 weeks	3
C	C507*	Die Cut and 3D Design Technology (Stickers + 3D)	15 weeks	3
D	D601	Entrepreneurial Strategies for Creatives	15 weeks	3
D	D606	Advanced Painting and Illustration Capstone	15 weeks	3
D	D603	Art Business Capstone 1	15 weeks	3
E	E509	Accounting for Creatives	15 weeks	3
E	E605	Art Business Capstone 2	15 weeks	3
E	E510	Business Branding & Organic Marketing for Creatives	15 weeks	3
	D511*	Web Design (May replace C506, C507, or C508)	15 weeks	3
	D508*	Font Design and Innovative Typography (May replace C506 or C507)