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indexpalazzi academics schools programs of study undergraduate career programs study-abroad graduate program florence association for international education academic year 2012-2013 2 palazzi florence association for international education vision mission and values facilities affiliations 3 5 academic standards and regulations registration italian language seminars additional fees registration changes withdrawl syllabus attendance academic honesty and school behavior policy student conduct policy grading system exams transcripts grade dispute learning and physical disabilities non-discrimination policy 7 students student life and development department student services activities housing apartments home-stay pick-up service student visa scholarships educational field trips eft meal plan 9 alumni course descriptions course numbering system credits and hours school and course descriptions

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12 schoolofbusinessbu accounting and finance af arts entertainment and media am decision sciences ds economics hs entrepreneurship resources er management ma marketing mk 74 schoolof interiordesign environmental architectureandsuistainabilityid architectural studies da sustainable architecture and design sa interior and visual design id product design pd architectural restoration and history of architecture rh 17 schoolofdigitalimagingandvisualarts di digital media dm photography ph video production vp visual communication vc 82 90 schoolofitalianstudiesandlinguisticsis italian language it italian literature il italian studies is 28 accessory design and technology ad fashion design and technology fd fashion communication and publishing pc jewelry design jd schooloffashion andaccessorystudies andtechnologyft schoolofjournalism communication andpublishing cp publishing pu creative advertising cr food communications and publishing fc mass communication mc journalism jl 39 schooloffineartsfa art education ae ceramics ce classic photography cl creative arts ca mixed media mm painting and drawing pd printmaking pm restoration re sculpture sc 97 schoolofliberalartsla art history ah cinema and theatre studies ct classical studies cs comparative literature cl creative writing cw criminology cr geography ge history hs dramatic and performing arts pa music studies mu political science and international relations ps psychology py philosophy pl religious studies rs 47 schooloffoodandwinestudies fw baking and pastry bp culinary arts ca wine and culture wc wine expertise we dietetics and nutrition dn food and culture fc food family and consumer sciences fs food communications and publishing fc 118 121 schooloflifestudiesand humanservicesls environmental studies es sociology so 59 schoolofglobalstudiesgs anthropology an happiness sciences hs multicultural diversity and gender studies dg peace studies ps sustainable development sd urban studies us schoolofprofessionalstudies ps community services and volunteer projects for credits cs experiental learning sp internship in portfolio development pd department of postgraduate offerings 63 schoolofhorticulturehc general horticulture gh urban territory and landscape planning lp viticulture olive tree culture vo 126 schoolofsciencesand mathematicssm biology bo chemistry ch mathematics ma physics ph 68 schoolofhospitalityhp department of hospitality and tourism ht department of restaurant food and beverage management fb department of hotel and lodging management hl 128 schoolofsportsandhealth sciences sh department of physical education and physical therapy pp department of sport sciences ss 130 schoolofgraduatestudies

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palazzi florence association for international education palazzi florence association for international education is a group of interdisciplinary institutions located in the center of florence fua florence university of the arts is the academic member of palazzi it is accredited by the region of tuscany delegated by the ministry of education accreditation number fi 0229 the italian accreditation system has established since 2005 that the government delegates to the regional governing bodies the implementation of control and the acknowledgement of academic institutions in accordance with italian law florence university of the arts gathers ·apicius international school of hospitality school of food and wine studies school of hospitality school of sports and health sciences our institutions are one of a kind throughout all of italy and europe and set the standard for international education we sustain our local culture by bringing to life the arts that have shaped our economy in the past and creating a vital space for them for the present and future we promote and nurture local small green mapped businesses that support sustainability and share with our students their love craftsmanship and expertise palazzi is an integration project that allows students to break through the surface of the academic experience abroad by offering opportunities that allow them to not only study but to live the past and present while building the future of florence mission all of the educational institutions belonging to palazzi are crossdisciplinary and interrelated students have open access to all curricula and program offerings for a truly wide-reaching choice of areas of study palazzi is the singular governing entity that unites the institutions and appoints designated deans and administrators to each the programs at palazzi range from a variety of short-term up to career programs and four-year academic programs offered in florence italy the main schools of our institutions address liberal and studio arts business fashion and accessory design hospitality management culinary arts food communications and publishing digital and visual media and imaging and contemporary italian language studies these areas have been developed and expanded with the fast growing changes in higher education and the demand for international collegiate experiences we are committed to excellence in learning and seek to carry out this mission by shaping students who are sensitive towards global understanding as a result of their academic and social interactions in florence palazzi continually seeks to strengthen its relationships with international partners and is proud of academic partnerships established all over the world we are open to creating study abroad affiliations with colleges and universities community and 4-year public and private in order to foster academic collaboration and create meaningful programs for the students of such institutions we are members of several international associations and organizations and partake in key global events each year our presence in florence contributes a new outlook on how humans approach learning here the past centuries have produced great minds in this city whose works densely populate the streets palazzi proposes innovative learning strategies that allow students to live in a historic city like florence with the clarity curiosity and creativity that will enrich without a doubt the florence that they will leave behind at the end of their studies ·school of arts and sciences school of fine arts school of global studies school of horticulture school of liberal studies school of life studies and human services school of professional studies school of sciences and mathematics ·diva ·fast ·ideas ·squola school of digital imaging and visual arts school of fashion and accessories studies and technology school of interior design environmental architecture and sustainability school of center for contemporary italian studies ·school of journalism communications and publishing ·school of business palazzi in the community members are ganzo cultural and eno-gastronomic association is open to the community through yearly membership and offers fine dining art shows and special events fedora is the pastry shop open to the public operated by the students of the apicius baking and pastry department f_air florence artist in residence at fua s school of fine arts is the brand-new space for contemporary art in florence art gallery studios for painting sculpture ceramics mixed media and the resident artist living and working quarters are designed as open spaces for our students faculty artists and the community fly fashion loves you is the vintage and emerging designers showcase store operated by fast palazzi introduction academics ingorda for florence campus publishing operates the publishing projects and products of palazzi it is specialiazed in volumes on gastronomy travel and culture and textbooks ingorda is involved in palazzi s publishing projects with students through the summer and 1-year programs values the foundations of the institutions that constitute palazzi are based on the following core concepts cross-cultural and interdisciplinary learning for students through direct interaction with the academic and social fabrics of our institutions and the city of florence a full-immersion approach to our entire range of academic programs abroad whether created for short term short-term faculty-led or longor semester-term lengths of time the practice of responsibility and integrity in relationships with our partners a 100 personalized approach that enables students and faculty from a partnering institution to rely upon the support system created by palazzi institutions and the partner state of the art facilities allow for students to have the latest technological advances at their fingertips ingorda vision palazzi has the purpose of enriching international higher education for students and partner institutions throughout the world palazzi s name bears the core of our educational mission and philosophy a group of prestigious meticulously renovated historic buildings palazzi that have witnessed the civic political and economic life of florence since centuries that strive to bring innovation to the present and future in the midst of a rich historical context palazzi mirrors the contemporary face of florence and invites its students and institutional partners to partake in an educational endeavor the study abroad experience challenges and shapes the mind facilities palazzi members institutions are located throughout florence s city center in historical palaces equipped with the most updated technologies and equipments all facilities are equipped with internet free access palazzi comprehends palazzo bombicci guicciardini strozzi corso tintori 19 and 21 in which 2

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are present lectures rooms for both fua florence university of the arts and apicius international school of hospitality with one 70 seat capacity amphitheater lecture room plus seven different lecture rooms a media lab a fully equipped darkroom with enlargers music room administrative offices and headquarters of ingorda for florence campus publishing there is also a workout room offering machines and classes with free access to all student and a dance lab in the historically representative rooms of the piano nobile is the palazzi library and a beautiful garden courtyard on the arno river with panoramic views completes the setting in palazzo doni via magliabechi 1 there are the headquarters for the two schools of diva digital imaging and visual and ideas interior design environmental architecture and sustainability in this building are found 4 media labs plus one printing lab equipped with last generation computers and program a 60 seat capacity lecture room and a professional photography studio there is also a student internet center palazzo ramirez montalvo via dell oriuolo 43 is the site for squola the center for contemporary italian studies where a cinema auditorium often hosting conferences and events connected with the cultural life of the city other 5 lecture rooms a language lab and a student internet center complete the historical building that faces the duomo of florence fast the school of fashion and accessories studies and technologies is in palazzo della giostra borgo pinti 10 this is where the school of fashion connects with the city of florence a retail store with the student s production is present as well as a fashion media lab a tailoring lab with sewing machines and ironing stations a knitwear lab with knitwear machines a leather lab a footwear lab and a straw lab that uses one of the renowned artigianal techniques produced in florence for centuries apicius school of food and wine studies is in villa brilli peri via guelfa 85 114 116 here are a pastry production lab restaurant style line kitchens individual workstation kitchens kitchens for private cooking classes demo kitchens lecture rooms equipped for food and wine appreciation two lecture rooms a professional wine appreciation room a computer and research lab classroom and two computer and internet centers with outdoor patio ganzovia de macci 85/r is the student operated restaurant/café/exhibition space/cultural center that features magazine reading room open to all students and the community an art gallery for shows created by students and professional artists comprehends also a lecture room a fully operating restaurant open 6 days a week for lunch and dinner service a beverage service an outdoor patio and terrace a wine cellar a dining area open to the public and a study and hangout space for students with free wi-fi access f_air a public gallery with large exhibition area apartment and studio space for artist in residence are located in ex-teatro san gallo via san gallo 45/r here there are an art studio ceramic and sculpture lab and lecture classrooms affiliations adelphi university american hospitality academy philippines antalia cookery and culinary arts academy arkansas state university austin community college california state polytechnic university pomona central michigan university centro universitario belas artes de sao paulo centro universitario feevale brasil charleston technical college contra costa community college diablo valley college eastern illinois university endicott college fairfield university fairleigh dickinson university fairmont state university farmingdale state university florida international university fundacao armando alvares penteado-brasil fundacao universidad empresarial siglo 21-argentina grand valley state university indiana state university instituto tecnologico monterrey jacksonville university iep johnson county community college johnson wales university kenai peninsula college kodiac college lake land college matanuska-susitna college milwaukee area technical college matc monroe community college new jersey city university new york city college of technology pace university plato college of higher education politecnico grancolombiano pontificia universidade catolica de minas gerais-puc minas prince william sound community college queens college/cuny robert morris university san josé state university california seoul mode fashion college silver mountain school of hotel management south seattle community college stony brook university suffolk community college syracuse university tompkins cortland community college transylvania university universidad panamericana universidad s ignacio de loyola universidad tecmilenio universidad veiga de almeida university of alaska anchorage university of central florida university of memphis university of s diego university of south florida university of the philippines washington state university washtenaw community college the university of south florida serves as the school of record for palazzi for details see page 7 this catalogue contains combined academic offerings of the member institutions of palazzi florence association for international education the palazzi academic catalogue is organized by schools and further subdivided in specific departments initials in parenthesis next to titles of schools and departments refer to the course codes school of business bu diva school of digital imaging and visual arts di fast school of fashion and accessory studies and technology ft school of fine arts fa apicius school of food and wine studies fw school of global studies gu school of horticulture ho apicius international school of hospitality hp ideas school of interior design environmental architecture and sustainability id squola center for contemporary italian studies school of italian studies and linguistics is school of journalism communication and publishing cp school of liberal arts la school of life studies and human services ls school of professional studies ps school of sciences and mathematics sm school of sports and health sciences sh school of graduate studies academics programsofstudy palazzi member institutions offer long-term undergraduate graduate career and study abroad programs undergraduate programs admissions requirements the 4-year study curricula at palazzi offers programs that consist of 120 credits hours including a major field and the distribution requirements listed below fine arts contemporary italian studies and linguistics liberal arts fashion design and technology architecture design photography and visual communication communication and publishing hospitality management admissions requirements all students must demonstrate english proficiency by submitting an official toefl record a high school diploma or equivalent is mandatory for all students enrolling in undergraduate and graduate level programs minimum gpa of 2.75 palazzi introduction academics 3

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general education requirements these are the general education requirements for all programs 42 crs some programs may have additional requirements see the specific programs each program has specific requirements to be met by the student these requirements include ten to fourteen core courses selected by the student and deemed by the faculty to be essential to the discipline and major electives 7-8 courses or 21-24 upper level credits general electives sufficient to reach a total of 120 credits general education requirements 42 credits the general education courses fulfill the requirements of written and oral communication reasoning information technology literature arts natural sciences western civilization social and behavioral science and global understanding writing 3 credits reading 3 credits italian language 6 credits liberal arts and humanities history literature philosophy or religion 3 courses or 9 credits global studies and perspectives one 3-credit course science and mathematics 2 courses or 6 credits communication one 3-credit course psychology sociology one 3-credit course business economics 2 courses or 6 credits capstone project major concentration 3 credits the university requires an overall minimum grade point average of 2.00 with no more than one grade lower than c in core courses for detailed information regarding each 4-year program please refer in the specific school please note students enrolling in certain semester programs may be required to enroll in an italian language or equivalent course see individual member school requirements not all subjects or courses listed in the catalogue are offered every term the course selection will vary from term to term and courses will run with the required minimum of enrollments a complete list of courses offered during all academic session is viewable at www.fua.it all courses are taught in english unless otherwise indicated semester/year fall and spring fall and spring semesters run for 15 weeks from early september to mid december and late january to mid may regular 3/4-credit courses are held once a week a full time student can take up to 12/16 credits students who wish to earn more than 12/16 credits per session must receive approval from their home institution one 3/4-credit or more italian language course is mandatory for all students enrolled in fall and spring semesters january intersession this intersession is offered for three weeks in the month of january regular 3/4-credit classes are held monday through friday students can take up to 6 credits students who wish to earn more than 3/4 credits during january intersession must receive approval from their home institution fall and spring short and quarter programs short programs students can take one 3-week short program or combine two sessions for a total of 6 weeks one 3-week session grants 3 semester credits or 4 quarter credits the combined option of two 3-week sessions grants 6 semester credits or 8 quarter credits quarter program the quarter structure is composed of three 3-week short programs the combination of 10 weeks completes a full quarter of study and grants up to 12/16 semester or 20 quarter credits career programs palazzi member institutions offer career programs for motivated students seeking to develop new skills and knowledge while building a body of work and professional experience in an international learning environment career programs may be taken for one semester or even one to two years special short program fall 5-week short program in special event management offered in collaboration with the james beard foundation this 5-week program offers 3 weeks of coursework in florence in the areas of event planning art direction food and wine management food production and wine service coursework involves the preparation of events to be hosted in prestigious locations in new york city and continues in manhattan where students stage the events this special short program is available in 3 6 or 12-credit options the areas of food production and wine service may be taken in new york-only for 3 credits apicius international school of hospitality one-year baking and pastry culinary arts master in italian cuisine wine expertise hospitality management and publishing with a concentration in food communication two-year culinary arts hospitality management four-year hospitality management diva digital imaging visual arts two-year visual communication and photography fast fashion and accessory and technology two-year accessory design and technology fashion design and technology and publishin with a concentration in fashion regular summer sessions florence 1-week one credit 3 -week up to 6 credits 4-weeks up to 7 credits 6-weeks up to 10 credits 12-week up to 12/16 credits approval form home institution required to earn more that 3 credits per session summer program in italian riviera versilia 1-week one credit 3 -week up to 6 credits 4-weeks up to 7 credits palazzi introduction academics ideas interior design environmental architecture and sustainability two-year eco-sustainable design and luxury design fua florence university of the arts publishing with a concentration in art please see individual schools description for program details mingle customized programs palazzi member institutions offer made-to-measure academic programs for institutions and organizations that seek a personalized option for their students and faculty programs can be developed yearround and for groups of all sizes and students of all ages for further details on study abroad and summer special short programs please consult the study abroad and the summer at palazzi brochures study-abroad students wishing to study abroad at palazzi may choose courses offered by all the palazzi member institutions schools and departments to shape their own program of study studying abroad at palazzi offers flexible options throughout a students s period of stay the following semester and short-term sessions are held at our campuses in florence semester and year january intersession summer sessions fall and spring short and quarter programs mingle customized programs graduate program palazzi offers a 39 credit master of education in organizational management with a concentration in international tourism please refer to the specific brochure 4

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academic standards and regulations registrations all students intending to register must apply for admission palazzi member institutions offer the following admission options for students career programs emphasize technical or job-related skills and can be used as a preparation for a 4-year program 4-year programs provide a comprehensive general education graduate programs prepare students for deep inquiry within a chosen field of mastery or for career advancement non seeking degrees options study abroad programs and enriching classes proper academic planning allows students to complete their chosen course or program successfully and efficiently palazzi offers academic advising each academic program has clearly defined student outcomes that describe the knowledge skills and capabilities that students acquire in that program a students selection of a program of study is usually based upon academic interests vocational objectives and personal growth palazzi offers over 20 different programs at the career two-year fouryear and master s degree level and offers a choice of over 200 different courses per semester for study-abroad students registration is the process of signing up and paying for classes for a particular semester/session after a student has successfully completed the admissions process a student can then register for courses students may attend classes in a course offered at any palazzi member institutions only after they have properly completed the registration process for that course class offerings dates times and deadlines and other important registration details specific to each session are published in that semester s class schedule which is viewable online not every course listed in the catalog is offered each semester please consult the website www.fua.it to view the updated list of courses offered for all academic sessions withdrawal any voluntary withdrawal after classes have begun must be officially registered students must fill out the required form and returning it to the registrar s office once this procedure has been completed the student forfeits his/her course credits as well as his/her tuition and fees transcripts will be issued with a w next to each course any course dropped after the 9th week of courses will be marked at a wf students who drop their courses without going through the procedure outlined above will receive a failing grade and will receive an f on their transcripts it is the responsibility of the student to become familiar with palazzi policies procedures and deadlines refer to the academic calendar published each semester in the course schedule for specific deadlines palazzi reserves the right to cancel or combine classes to change the time dates or places of meeting or to make other necessary revisions in class offerings palazzi academic member institutions may discontinue at any time if enrollment falls below expected levels syllabus the course syllabus is the student guide to the course students should receive a syllabus at the beginning of each course that describe the course policies within the course and procedures that govern the delivery of the course students are responsible for obtaining the syllabus and understanding the course policies in the syllabus any questions regarding information in the syllabus should be directed to the instruction for clarification students are responsible to be aware of any site visits makeup days or extra course activities which may occur on days or at times other than the scheduled class meeting times attendance policy academic integrity and mutual respect between instructor and student are the foundation of any academic institution this is reflected in the attendance policy class attendance is mandatory and counts towards the final grade the number of absences is based on the number of class meetings missed students who arrive late or depart early from class may be counted as absent italian language requirement all semester fall and spring semester students are required to enroll in an italian language course or equivalent students are not required to take italian during the intersession or summer sessions please refer to the individual program descriptions for full details academic honestyandschool behavior policy during orientation students are required to sign an agreement regarding academic honesty and rules of behavior students are expected to maintain the highest standards of academic conduct violations of the academic honesty policy include cheating plagiarism including from the internet fabrication falsification or other physical theft all forms of academic dishonesty are at odds with our mission and the educational experience and are amongst the gravest offenses a student can commit cheating intentionally using or attempting to use unauthorized materials information or study materials in any academic assignment homework paper quiz presentation or examination plagiarism accidentally knowingly or intentionally representing the words or ideas of another as one s own in any academic assignment homework research paper presentation quiz or examination dishonesty conduct academic dishonesty includes but is not limited to the following 1 theft of a quiz or examination 2 submission of a paper purchased from a paper millor written by another this includes swapping papers in on-line forums with other students 3 alteration theft or forgery of university documentation 4 intentionally delaying submitting work or the delaying of an examination to gain an unfair advantage procedures and penalties for violation of academic honesty an instructor who has evidence of a violation of the academic honesty policy may avail themselves of the following options discuss and assess the situation in terms of gravity of the offence and motivation with the student issue an oral/written reprimand to the student request that the student repeat the assignment or retake the quiz or examination in such cases the assignment or exam may be significantly seminars students may select seminars among their course selections if they are majoring in that field of study they may receive credits upon approval from their home institution artists and professionals may also enroll in seminars for their own personal enrichment and professional development additional fees certain courses require additional fees to cover the costs of consumable materials and specialized equipment as well as field-trips in addition students enrolled in culinary programs must purchase a professional kit in order to participate in the program students will be informed by their instructor on the first day of class the exact amount as well as what it covers all required materials are detailed in the course syllabus examples of items which require additional fees include but are not limited to fieldtrip travel museum and site entry and reservation fees materials for studio art courses culinary equipment ingredients and uniforms palazzi introduction academics registration changes final registration for fall and spring semester a one-week late registration and add/drop period takes place during the first week of the semester the last day to drop is the first friday of the first week of semester all changes after that date will be recorded as a w on a students transcript after the 9th week of courses any changes are recorded as a wf on a students transcript students are entitled to one add and one drop each semester during the 3/4 week sessions students are allowed to make changes only on orientation day prior to the first day of class no changes are permitted during the january intersession level change in an italian language course does not apply 5

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different from the original lower the grade of the assignment in question assign the student a grade for the assignment in question assign the student a grade for the entire course in the case of a serious or repeated offense palazzi s mission is to create a stimulating cultural environment that fosters both creative and intellectual growth in order to provide such an environment we have established rules of conduct consistent with this goal when you enroll you agree to abide by the established rules of conduct both while on and off campus each student is expected to act as a responsible member of the school and residential community while attending reckless or dangerous behavior within the school residence or community is prohibited damage to or destruction of school residence or fellow student property is against school policy violation of these policies may affect academic standing and may result in probation and/or expulsion the unlawful possession use or distribution of illegal drugs or prescription medication by students is in violation of both school policy and italian law violators are subject to both disciplinary action by fua and apicius and prosecution by italian authorities possession or use of illegal drug will result in suspension or dismissal please note the drug adderall commonly used for treatment of add or adhd is not available in italy and is in fact considered a narcotic the sharing of adderall or similar drugs among students is considered a crime according to italian law and will be viewed as such by the school students who are prescribed this drug must inform fua or apicius staff before departure for their records students must have a prescription for the medicine from their doctor plus a letter stating that the said party must take the medication on a daily basis for health purposes for the duration of the program it is advised to consult a doctor for possible alternative medication drunkenness and intoxication are unacceptable regardless of age the abuse of alcohol by students on or off campus is a violation of school policy violation of this policy may lead to mandatory rehabilitation or counseling and may affect academic standing or possibly result in expulsion assault defined as a physical attack or immediate threat of force against another person with intent to cause harm is a violation of school policy and is deemed a serious offense and will result in immediate suspension or dismissal fighting defined as two or more people engaged in physical attempts to harm each other is a violation of school policy a student will be found in violation of this policy if he or she uses any violence that exceeds the force necessary for self-protection violation of this policy may result in suspension or dismissal the use of threats of physical violence is prohibited violation of this policy may result in suspension or dismissal we seek to maintain a learning environment free from sexual harassment including sexism in the classroom unprofessional conduct in facultystudent relationships and inappropriate conduct between fellow students student conduct policy every student must know the policies and procedures accordingly each student will receive a copy of these policies at the beginning of the academic term we reserve the right to change or modify policies and procedures at any time should changes occur students will be notified through either printed material or electronic communication it is the student responsibility to read these notifications in the case of a violation of the code of conduct the following process will be followed 1 after a report is filed the student will be required to meet with the dean or a designated delegate 2 this meeting will provide an opportunity for the student and the dean to discuss the charge of policy violation 3 if the student does not admit to the charge it is the responsibility of the dean or a designated delegate to decide whether the evidence demonstrates a violation of policy in case of a violation of policy the dean or a designate will choose from following sanctions written reprimand restitution of damages academic probation suspension or expulsion 1 if a student behavior in the school community or housing is considered inappropriate the student will be put in probation students placed on academic and /or behavioral probation will be required to complete service hours within palazzi the details concerning the amount of hours and activities will be communicated to the student following the initial probationary meeting 2 a second violation will result in expulsion 3 in case of serious offenses students may be expelled immediately without a probationary period 4 in instances where a student demonstrates a threat to the physical or emotional safety of him or herself or others the student may be immediately expelled without a probationary period or may be immediately separated pending the outcome of the adjudication process 5 in case of expulsion the student will receive no refund of tuition or housing payments 6 fua and apicius reserve the right to contact student provider the student home university and the student family to inform them of the violation the grading scale below is used in establishing your final course grade a 93-100 a 90-92 b 87-89 b 83-86 c 73-76 c 70-72 d 60-69 f 0-59 b 80-82 c 77-79 enforcement of policies determination of violation behavior within the community drugs sanctions alcohol assault and fighting grading system and guide f failure in the case of failure due to excessive absences the procedure outlined under attendance policy will apply w official withdrawal students may withdraw from a course at any time until the 9th week of the semester see academic calendar for exact date please note that this applies to the spring/fall semesters only during intersession and summer sessions a student may withdraw from a course until the end of the second week see academic calendar for exact date wf late withdrawal is assigned to students who do not withdraw by the final withdrawal date as established in the academic calendar i incomplete is not permitted auditing is not permitted pass/fail is not permitted extensions during the summer sessions there is no provision for an extension for any reason sexual harassment policy palazzi introduction academics these kinds of behavior are barriers to the educational purposes of the school sexual harassment is a violation of school policy and is deemed a serious offense by the school the determination of what constitutes sexual harassment varies with the particular circumstances however it may be described generally as unwanted sexual behavior such as physical contact or verbal comments or suggestions that adversely affects the working or learning environment of an individual any student who believes that he or she has been sexually harassed is encouraged to bring the matter to the attention of the dean of students or a student advisor there are specific procedures for the resolution of sexual harassment and inappropriate or unprofessional conduct ranging from informal counseling and mediation to formal procedures for disciplinary action fua and apicius acting through their respective dean reserve the right to administratively separate a student for health or psychological reasons whenever there is concern for the safety or well-being of the student or others separation palazzi member institutions uses the 4-point system as a measure of scholastic success academic letter grades carry the following values a 4.00 b 3.00 c 2.00 d 1.00 f 0.00 grade point average 6

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midterm and final exams all students must take midterm and final exams at the established exam time and date indicated in the course syllabus students will not be excused from or allowed to take exams early learningandphysical disabilities palazzi member institutions are committed to providing all students with a comfortable productive and non-discriminative academic environment assistance is offered to students who have demonstrable and/or documented learning disabilities upon request submitted before arrival in florence students should note that they may not have the same level of services and facilities available to them as their home institution palazzi member institutions offer separate exam rooms extra time for exams and the use of one s laptop computer for written exams all other accommodations must be negotiated on a case-by-case basis in advance of the student arrival in italy and may require additional fees students are obliged to notify the registrar prior to the start of the semester of any learning disability should they wish to request accommodation notification or documentation of a learning or physical disability may not be submitted once the term has started every effort will be made to accommodate students with physical disabilities it has been the experience of member institutions that students with mobility difficulties find the city of florence to be an uncomfortable environment with its ancient cobble stone streets narrow and uneven pavements steep steps and lack of elevators transcripts final transcripts are released by the registrar s office within 6 weeks of the conclusion of each semester or summer session the transcripts of students who have registered through a us university/college study abroad program will be mailed directly to each program students who have registered independently must fill out a transcript request form during the course of the semester/summer session transcripts will be withheld from students who have not satisfied their financial obligations with the institution school of record adhering to the guidelines of the forum on education abroad the university of south florida usf serves as the school of record for palazzi located in tampa sarasota st petersburg and lakeland florida usf is a global research university that recognizes and promotes the benefits of international education collaboration and engagement usf offers 232 degree programs at the undergraduate graduate specialist and doctoral levels including 89 bachelor 97 master two education specialist 36 research doctoral and four professional doctoral programs usf is one of only three florida public universities classified by the carnegie foundation for the advancement of teaching in the top tier of research activities for questions regarding the school of record relationship please contact james pulos assistant director of education abroad at the university of south florida non-discriminationpolicy institutional policy prohibits discrimination against current or prospective students and employees on the basis of race color sex religion national origin age disability sexual orientation or any other legally protected characteristic in accepting admission to palazzi each student subscribes to and fully accepts the standards of personal conduct and group living policies and practices governing students and student life are found in both the academic handbook and the student life handbook handled and detailed during orientation students grade disputes palazzi is dedicated to fair and accurate appraisal of students coursework when disagreements arise over final grades assigned for a course students and faculty are to follow the procedures below for resolving the dispute no formal grade dispute procedure will be invoked when the magnitude of disagreement is less than one full letter grade a student who wishes to file a grade dispute must contact their home university or agency as soon as possible and by no means later than six months after the end of the session students should never contact for matters of grade disputes the professors directly the complaint must be in writing and must identify the course semester grade received and the reason for the appeal the students shall assemble all relevant class material syllabi returned assignments tests papers etc distributed or returned by the instructor to the student these materials need to be put together within two weeks of the date of the written appeal in case the student cannot produce all such documents the grade dispute ends here with no grade change concurrently the instructor will assemble all relevant material retained for this student final exam midterm within two weeks of the date of the written appeal a copy of these documents along with the syllabus grade report and the instructor s written response to the student appeal are to be forwarded by the instructor to the school chair the chair or dean will refer a blind copy of the relevant material to a nominated appeal board the instructor of the course in question cannot serve as an appeal board the appeal board shall convene no later that 25 working days after the submission of the official grade dispute request and after reviewing all relevant material the appeal board shall make the final decision of grade assignment the decision is not subject to appeal the appeal board chair will notify the dean chair student appellant instructor and in case that the original grade is changed the registrar s office the university of south florida is accredited by the southern association of colleges and schools commission on colleges to award bachelor master and doctoral degrees palazzi is not accredited by the commission on colleges and the accreditation of usf does not extend to or include palazzi or its students although usf accepts certain course work in transfer toward a credential from palazzi or collaborates in other ways for generation of course credits or program credentials other colleges and universities may or may not accept this work in transfer even if it appears on a transcript from usf this decision is made by the institution subsequently considering the possibility of accepting such credits degree-seeking students are those students who are seeking a florence university of the arts degree or career program non-degree seeking students study abroababroad students students enrolled in courses at fua but not pursuing a degree or career program are considered to be non-degree-seeking students non-credit students these students enrolled in special interest courses which are not part of the regular vocational or academic programs are classified as non-credit students transfer students are those who have taken course work that could lead to a degree or certificate at any other institution of higher education students are classified as follows the student handbook is applicable to all palazzi students the code of student conduct and regulatory policies and procedures apply to all non-degree and degree seeking students graduate students special program students this handbook provides information about he applicable policies and procedures including behavioral standards students are expected to become familiar with the contents of this handbook to act with careful consideration of its requirements and to seek assistance whenever necessary and as directed student life handbook this handbook provides information on student life resources and student activities at fua and the applicable policies and procedures the handbook includes useful emergency contacts which the students should become familiar with the study experience at palazzi is supported by dedicated offices and departments whose mission is to provide responses suggest opportunities for personal and interpersonal enrichment and resolve any issues you may encounter academic office of deans and department coordinators for issues related to each student study experience student life and development department for counseling advising health care referrals emergencies and extracurricular activities service learning department for internships and volunteer/service opportunities housing office student academic handbook palazzi introduction academics 7

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studentlifeand development department the student life and development department engages students in active dynamic ways to integrate into the civic artistic and social life of the city of florence while promoting proactive interaction with all students and faculty of palazzi member institutions its mission is to offer students opportunities for personal and interpersonal enrichment whether on campus or involving the florentine community in order to continue the learning experience that students seek when deciding to study in florence in addition to students academic studies our department seeks to provide life learning outside of the classroom which clarifies and challenges their values potentials roles and relationships in the multifaceted communities that they will come across during their stay in florence palazzi students become global citizens through daily contact with different cultures activities responsibilities and initiatives enrolled students study abroad office or other designated offices of the host istitution receive pre-departure information detailed check-in information and procedures orientation schedule and other useful documents one month prior departure upon arrival during the first two days of the program fua provides a comprehensive on-site orientation for students student life and development department staff offers academic and non-academic counseling services it is important that students feel comfortable and adjusted in their new environment academic the staff provides advising to students to assure successful completion of all courses non-academic staff is available to all students for guidance on living in florence all aspects of life outside the classroom are covered from shopping to cultural stereotypes to the various phases of culture shock health care physical or mental referrals and assistance is also provided emergency services emergency assistance is provided 24hrs one palazzi staff member will be designated to be available throughout the program to respond to general student inquiries and/or concerns with housing medical emergencies personal safety and so on fast retail store come visit the fashion retail store of the fashion department fast at the borgo pinti campus you may volunteer rummage vintage items or shop for creations produced by your fellow students all proceeds go to the fashion scholarships at fast housing department the housing department objective is to facilitate the student study abroad experience students are not obliged to secure housing through the housing office students choosing to secure housing independently must notify the admissions office for those who prefer to live with a family during their stay the school will select a family according to the student personal profile form family form the rental period begins one day before the program starting date and ends one day after the last day of class to secure living arrangements in florence students must fill out the housing request form and personal profile included in the application form and mail it to the admission office within the application deadline a security deposit must be paid at application students will be responsible for any damages to their apartment or its furnishings and will have all damage costs removed from their security deposit deposit refunds must be made in either cash or via bank wire depending on availability and only after determination that no damages have occurred students studying at palazzi member institutions are housed in apartments throughout the historic center of florence the housing office completes assignments only for students who request housing within the designated deadline housing requests received after the application deadline will not be honored in addition the housing office reserves the right not to accept requests that are received when no more apartments are available in this case students are notified and instructed to select another housing option in the case of no further availability the housing office will be available for further consultation apartments will be assigned on a first served basis according to availability depending on their request students will be assigned to a single or shared bedroom in a furnished apartment that will be shared with other palazzi students if a student request cannot be honoured due to space limitations the student will be assigned according to availability students will not be able to choose their apartment or change roommates all roommate requests must be specified on the housing request form students will not be allowed to check into their apartments before the check-in date or to check out of their apartments after check-out date the housing office makes every attempt at placing students according to any needs they might have if you have a medical condition or disability that you would like todisclose to the housing office and which requires specific attention please let us know either via email or on your housing application form student services student services is an integral part of the student life and development department the wide range of activities offered are led by palazzi faculty and administrators the activities give the students a direct link to better understanding and appreciating the italian culture activities include but are not limited to series academic field trips ganzo the cultural association-restaurantart gallery run by our students open to the public uniting palazzi member institutions and the florentine community cultural artistic and gastronomic events are open to all students and are held throughout the year please consult the ganzo website for the monthly calendar of events www.ganzoflorence.it la palestra and sports time a workout room offering classes and equipment is open to all students at the corso tintori campus group sports activities such as soccer are offered on monday nights connecting cultures sessions offering insight into italian culture and studentspersonal growth as well as conversation exchange signups with italian speakers community service throughout the year students can volunteer in various florentine associations that work in the social or cultural sectors italian family club through the italian family club the students will closely interact with their adoptive family members while discovering and observing their unique habits and customs music cinema a creative outlet offered on wednesdays for music and movie lovers express yourself musically at a professional recording studio or enjoy exclusive showings of italian cinema classics and contemporary films blending student newsletter and magazine city walks get off the beaten path and discover the hilltop views hidden corners and the specialty bottegas and laboratories of florence on fridays art activites arty fridays activities involve contemporary art visits and film showings exhibitions of prominent and up-and-coming artists as well as those of the current artist-in residence at f_air apartments the apartments are fully furnished and fully functional the standard layout of the apartments consists of multiple bedrooms multiple bathrooms variable kitchen living/dining room space the bedrooms range from single bedrooms for one occupant limited supply to triple bedrooms with the occasional quad space shared bedrooms imply from 2 to 4 occupants there will also be sufficient closet space to accommodate a reasonable amount of clothing and luggage a very limited number have only one bedroom and some have more than 3 bedrooms in most shared apartments students number 4-6 in limited supply housing in residences can be arranged dormitory style and can house 14-16 students in some cases coeducational housing can be provided/arranged however prior to coeducational arrangements permission must be granted by the school and/or student parents/guardians students in any housing system will be sharing the apartment with other students as there are no studio apartments available unless by special request monthly rental rates do increase for this option so please check with the housing office for complete details kitchens are all fully functional with sufficient utensils plates and glasses per number of occupants also included are refrigerators ovens stoves basic cookware students must bring their own towels although apartments are of the same standard and have similar facilities no two apartments are alike palazzi introduction academics 8

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they are not all located in the same building but are all within walking distance to our campuses or the nearest bus route homestay typically the homestay option offers a single room however double rooms are available upon specific request and depend on availability bed linens are provided adequate clothing and luggage storage space will be provided we recommend that students bring their own set of towels with them although they have been provided in the past hosts do not always live in the direct center of town although arealways located near a public transportation option bus rides will be 10-15 minutes to reach school bed breakfast or half board are available according to specific request pick-up service students arriving in pisa or florence may request pick-up service if you are interested please specify your preference on the payment enrollment summary please note you must notify us of your arrival date and time at least two weeks prior to arrival knowledge but also understanding and assimilating a different way of life being a non-profit cultural association eft is capable of offering trips that are compatible with student budgets while offering very comfortable accomodation and travel arrangements 3 star hotels private charter buses sleeping car cabins on overnight trains eft trips take place over a single day or over the weekend are fully organized and staffed by eft coordinators and are for the most part all inclusive for all slight extra expenses see under the voice the fee does not include for calendar and examples please check www.edufieldtrips.it at fua the concept of travel is approached and designed to create significant life experiences credit and non-credit opportunities are available in exciting destinations that not only produce meaningful projects but also allow students to acquire new cultural depths and perspectives travel for credits travel programs for credit involving field research in exciting destinations are offered throughout the year students study and research with professors and staff coordinators coursework completed according to program syllabi will allow for the earning of credits cultural exploration 1 week of travel research in tuscany capture the light of tuscany 4 week photography program on the light of tuscany 1 week of travel in tuscany and 3 weeks of academic photography coursework in florence discover ancient civilizations 3 week duration in the destinations of rome sicily and tuscany for an up-close study of roman greek and etruscan cultures publish your travel and cultural experiences 5 week program involving 3 weeks of travel research in destinations throughout italy that will conclude with 3 weeks of book production in florence manage and produce a special event in nyc this 5 week program begins with event organization and preparation in florence and concludes with real-life event management in nyc in prestigious locations such as the james beard foundation for further details please see the section on when to study at fua academic sessions studyvisaand permesso di soggiorno visas it is the student s responsibility to obtain the study visa study visas are required for periods of study longer than 90 days visas are obtained at the italian consulate covering your area of residence consulates require a series of documents in order to issue the study visa among these documents palazzi provides the following letter of enrollment and hth worldwide insurance coverage if students do not have their own coverage for studying and living abroad you will specify this on the application form permit of stay palazzi staff will assist students with the request of both the permesso di soggiorno and the dichiarazione di presenza upon arrival in florence permesso di soggiorno the permesso di soggiorno permit of stay in italy is required for programs that last longer than 90 days and must be requested within 8 days after arrival in florence required documents letter of enrollment bearing the official stamp of the consulate for the study visa proof of insurance photocopies of your entire passport including blank pages it is advisable to make the photocopies after arrival because your passport will be stamped at the airport students should be aware that there are processing fees required by the italian government for the request of the permit of stay meal plan information meal plans are available for all students vouchers can be used at ganzo located at via de macci 85r ganzo is the cultural and gastronomic association that unites palazzi institutions and where students and the public can enjoy meals art shows events tastings workshops and much more please consult the ganzo website for more information www.ganzoflorence.com dichiarazione di presenza the dichiarazione di presenza declaration of presence is required for programs that last longer than 90 days and must be requested within 8 days after arrival in florence the required document is your passport alumni fua keeps and up to date record of its alumni for professional networking and informative purposes fua alumni network is the primary supporter of many proposed activities whether it be meetings with students conferences or employment workshops in addition it is the source for job offers available to students and alumni scholarship opportunities several scholarships are offered through palazzi on a semester basis leopoldo poli fast accessory design scholarship fast fashion design scholarship elisabetta eschini squola scholarship for italian studies diva photography scholarship madge hubbard scholarship for international studies us veterans affairs approved educational benefits are available palazzi introduction academics course descriptions all courses are taught in english with the exception of italian language and those courses which indicate that they are taught in italian this catalogue contains combined academic offerings of the member institutions of palazzi florence association for international education the palazzi academic catalogue is organized into academic schools and further subdivided in to specific departments each course has a unique course code that reflects the school department and level please note the following components of the course descriptions course code official code course title official course title semester credits and classroom hours details number of semester credits earned for the successful completion of the course and a detailed breakdown of how class time is utilized eft educational field trips the mission of eft educational field trips is to offer international students studying in florence the opportunity to discover italy and all the aspects of its culture by participating in field trips which have a strong didactic structure but still provide leisure activities and fun although the primary focus remains italy we have subsequently added trips to key cities elsewhere in europe eft aims at providing the best quality trips in which 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course description official course description prerequisites some courses may have a prerequisites such as completion of an introductory or complementary course other prerequisites may emphasize a strong background or interest in a particular subject requirements will generally detail the type of specialized equipments or abilities necessary to successfully complete the course seminar reduced content version of a course as explained in the catalogue introduction cross-listings the same course may appear in more than one department or school there is only one course code for every course and thus the main code will always be used cross-listed denotes the department and school of origin it also signifies where else the course appears in the academic offerings course numbering system all of the undergraduate courses are numbered in the following manner 100 299 lower division courses 300 399 upper division courses 400 499 introductory courses to graduate studies 500 599 lower division graduate studies 600 699 upper division graduate studies the first pair of alpha characters designate the school within the palazzi institutional system la school of liberal arts the second pair of alpha characters designates the department within the school the third set of alpha characters designates the course within the department the numerical characters designate the level of the course for example la ah ra 300 renaissance art in florence la school of liberal arts ah department of art history and architecture ra renaissance art 300 upper division course creditsand hours course credit is awarded on a semester basis a credit is composed of 15 in-class lecture hours or 30 hours of non-lecture course related academic activity studio and lab time site visits or film viewing under the direction of faculty to award one credit 1 a minimum of 15 hours 750 minutes contact time and a minimum of 30 hours 1,500 minutes of course related work completed outside of class is required some courses require more than 15 hours of contact time and more than 30 hours of course related work completed outside classroom is required some courses according to their specific nature and course content include both lecture lab hands-on and studio hours these are specified in the course description one 1 contact hour is difined as 50 minutes of contact time palazzi introduction academics 10

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school of businessbu the school of business offers a wide range of lower and upper division courses aimed at providing a qualified academic knowledge enriched by an in-depth examination of the specific italian productive framework blending theory with practice its courses constantly connect lectures to real-world situations and contexts and give students experiential learning opportunities characterized by an international perspective a broad and planned use of technology an empirical instruction and partnerships with local businesses and major companies and firms the school of business while providing a curriculum which is marked by global demands and ever-changing financial landscapes complements such a wide educational breadth with the experience of leading italian excellency and successful local business experiences providing students with a learning capable to form qualified and competitive professionals and to encourage opportunities the school mission is to promote in students a knowledge of global economic and strategic challenges by means of a multicultural educational experience based on international and local models and grounded in the realities and the practices of the business world to develop the students ability to understand organizational choices and to advance corporate performance to stimulate capacities to implement change through effective leadership and communication insight to promote sustainability and support responsible business practices through critical thinking technology and innovation to offer connections between strictly economic subjects which have been often segregated and modes of thought drawn also from other disciplines as sociology history or philosophy to attract and nurture students sensitivity to the unique cultural context able to bring innovation to the present and the future its location in a cultural and economic setting focused on the appreciation and enhancement of local resources allows students to appreciate learning about a remarkable historic tradition renewed by the latest reflections on global trends the school offers a broad selection of courses in the following departments department of accounting and finance af bu af ac 200 topics in accounting 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours the course covers the fundamentals of accounting theory and practice and is designed for the non-accounting and finance students it examines accounting terminology revenue expenses net income the accounting equation debits credits balancing the accounting formula the account structure and ledgers emphasis is given to the use of basic financial accounting concepts to make better more informed business decisions bu af cf 300 corporate finance 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours the course provides an introduction to the theory methods and challenges of corporate finance its focus is on financing decisions and investment the following topics are addressed risk and return asset markets and market efficiency valuation capital structure capital budgeting dividend policy and derivative securities some consideration will also be given to financial management issues facing multinational firms with a primary focus on the effects of currency denomination on financial decisions bu af ib 320 international banking 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours the course will focus on international financial institutions and international banking activities topics include credit and market risk management country risk assessment bank exposure to liquidity international debt crises and regulations var analysis raroc and international rules for bank capital case studies are used frequently as a teaching tool to present real life banking experiences in the classroom prerequisites corporate finance bu af ef 380 environmental finance 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours environmental finance is an emerging field of applied finance that covers all market-based instruments designed to deliver environmental quality and to transfer environmental risk in the last years the financial service industry has introduced new products like green mortgages tradable pollution permits weather derivatives catastrophe bonds etc that help their corporate customers protect their profits against environmental damages the increasing concern of the financial community to these issues is a clear signal of a radical change of direction in the way banks insurance companies investors operate from this course the students will gain an understanding of the main concepts and tools used by financial institutions prerequisites corporate finance cross-listed to environmental studies accounting and finance af arts entertainment and media am decision sciences ds economics hs entrepreneurship resources er management ma marketing mk the various departments cover classic business and finance studies strategic and managerial areas technology and global innovations the scope of their curriculums encompasses the most diverse disciplines and fields such as leadership teamwork and workplace efficiency the environment fashion and luxury brands consumer behavior sports food the arts and ethics department of arts entertainment and media am bu am ma 210 managing the arts 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours the course discusses the manager s role and the function and principles of management within the context of the arts and entertainment topics include marketing development for arts managers grant planning and writing project management and public programming apiciusschoolofbusiness the school of business faculty is composed by highly qualified academics with a sound experience also in related professional fields and it aims at offering students the possibility to learn with the support of theoretical and empirical experts in the different subjects student advising cross-curricular teaching tools innovative teaching practices which include traditional lectures case studies consulting projects site visits and business simulations and a constant connection to the local territory align students with their academic requirements and future career objectives the school of business works closely with the school of hospitality and the school of fashion and accessory studies and technology to provide a sense of the multidisciplinary dimension of economic and financial subjects bu am fm 250 financial management in the arts and entertainment industry 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours this course introduces students to financial management issues and problems faced by managers in the arts entertainment and culture sectors topics covered include an introduction to bank accounting financial statement preparation and analysis internal controls budgeting and programming cash and resource management prerequisites accounting or management or equivalent 12

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bu am mg 320 museum and gallery management 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours museum managers do not just preserve the relics of the past just as museums are not simply repositories for objects museums bring the life of people of all ages alive and contribute to a better understanding of our heritage after a brief introduction to the social cultural and political history of museums this course will offer an overview of the contemporary theory and practice of museum work it will also emphasize the interdisciplinary study of museums and the challenge museum managers face in the age of digitalization topics covered will include organizational structure and roles of the various museum departments operational issues budget leadership and strategic planning legal and ethical issues users studies and professional development visits to museums and cultural non-profit organizations in and around florence will provide students with a direct experience of the reality of museums and will include lectures by curators and meetings with other museum professionals a selection of american museums will be included in the overview to emphasize differences and similarities with the italian approach to museum management prerequisites background both in management and in art history department of economics hs gs hs mh 250 market and happiness economy civic virtues and capabilities 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours cross-listed from school of global studies gs department of happiness sciences bu ec me 280 microeconomics 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours the course investigates the economic forces behind pricing and production decisions wages labor market structure and distribution of income emphasis will be given to the contemporary economic institutions of eu countries in comparison with those of north america and the application of microeconomic theories to current economic problems bu ec ma 300 macroeconomics 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours the course presents an analysis of contemporary economic institutions and the application of macroeconomic theories to current economic problems emphasis will be given to european union countries with comparative reference to north america the course will give a broad but detailed overview of economic theories for determining national income governmental monetary and fiscal policy the role of money and the banking system international trade and the determination of foreign exchange rates bu am pm 330 performers management 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours the course examines the profession of performers manager the professional figure who directs the affairs and interests of a wide range of performers such as artists musicians entertainers and actors the course will familiarize students with the diverse yet complementary roles of personal manager booking agent talent agent and road manager and company manager as in any other field of business effective managers must have both technological and interpersonal skills as well as excellent human resource management skills the course will look at all of these abilities additional topics include budgeting creation and administration of an agency staffing development of talent special touring and exhibition needs guest speakers and site visits to agencies will form an important part of the course prerequisite introduction to management may be helpful bu ec ea 310 the economics of art 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours the course presents an overview of the economic aspects of art and culture the international art market will be analyzed from the point of view of an economist or else in terms of the supply and demand of rare commodities other topics include economic models of non-profit cultural organizations competition and market structure in the arts public support for the arts and the role and impact of public and private subsidies emphasis will be placed on europe with special focus on italy the united states will be referred to for comparative purposes prerequisites background in elementary economics department of decision sciences ds bu ds sb 250 statistics for business 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours the course introduces students to basic statistical concepts used in business research analysis and decision making topics include descriptive statistics probability probability distribution and estimation the course also covers an introduction to statistical data analysis computer software bu ec ee 320 environmental economics 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours this course examines how economic theory and policy relate to the environment emphasis is placed upon the basic tenets of environmental conservation as well as the analytical tools employed in public decision making current topics such as global warming recycling non-renewable resource depletion and alternative energy sources and green jobs will be covered in depth through case study discussions prerequisites macro or micro economics cross-listed to environmental studies bu ds ds 300 topics in decision science 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours the course is designed for nonmajors in accounting and finance it addresses both the traditional and the modern analytical processes and theories of business decision making topics include problems inherent to the decision making process and negotiation as a means towards it and multi-criteria decision analysis the focus of the course will be on decision support systems such as computer-based solution tools effective spreadsheet design and use databases and expert systems decision making theories address alternatives criteria loss functions and risks bu ec es 330 the economics of sustainability 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours the course will cover economic concepts and theories for analyzing sustainable development and practices from business government and nonprofit organizations students will learn how economics is irrevocably linked to the natural environment and our social institutions they will also study market and non-market values for environmental and social services approaches to measure national progress toward sustainable development causes and potential solutions to environmental and social degradation roles of the business government and non-profit sectors in fostering sustainability and the emerging field of ecological economics prerequisites microeconomics cross-listed to sustainable development global studies apiciusschoolofbusiness bu ds sm 310 simulation models in decision making 3 semester credits 45 lecture hours the course is an introduction to simulation models for business decision making purposes emphasis will be on building and analyzing models for a variety of applications including manufacturing and service systems the lectures will be held in both the classroom and the computer lab prerequisites topics in decision science or equivalent 13

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