B.S. Degree in Audio Production and Entertainment Management
Description
In depth study of recording arts, post production and entertainment management with topics in recording, producing music, film and multimedia sound, mixing (live sound and studio), mastering, sound design, entertainment business and management, law, and other technologies associated with careers in the recording arts and entertainment management. Students will choose one or more areas of interdisciplinary study to further focus their skills.
To receive the B.S. Degree in Audio Production and Entertainment Management, the student must meet the minimum university requirements and specific requirements for the program. Completion of 120 credits is required for this degree which includes the Liberal Arts and Sciences Curriculum.
Admission Requirements
- Students interested in the B.S. in Audio Production and Entertainment Management may declare their major upon being accepted to Minnesota State University Moorhead.
- This program has a laptop/iPad requirement. Current equipment specifications as well as any purchase or rental options will be discussed during the first semester of enrollment in the AEM program as part of the MART 160 course.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Students will be able to identify where skills cross-over exists between many different areas within the audio production and entertainment industries.
- Students will be able to adapt to many areas across many media arts and design fields
- Students will synthesize their research and writing into an appropriate professional portfolio of their work that addresses their specific area of focus within their chosen field.
- Students will be able to function at a professional level within their specific chosen area(s) of concentration within the entertainment industry.
Program Delivery Mode
Land plus: face-to-face where some online courses may be available or required
Core Requirements
( 30 credits )
Student must declare an emphasis for this program. Students must earn a grade of C- or higher in all core requirements.
MART 160 Introduction to Media Arts, Design & Entertainment (1)
AEM 161 Introduction to Copyright and Trademark Law (3)
AEM 181 Introduction to Audio Production (3)
AEM 261 Legal and Ethical Issues in Entertainment (3)
AEM 281 Studio & Live Productions (3)
AEM 492 Professional Capstone (3)
FILM 175 Video Production (4)
MGMT 229 Start Your Own Business (3)
FILM 275 Film Appreciation (4) OR FILM 285 History of Motion Pictures (4)
Choose ONE of the following (writing intensive course for the major):
COMM 210 Media Writing (3)
COMM 301 Business & Professional Communication (3)
COMM 306 AD and PR Copy Writing (3)
COMM 309 Reporting (3)
ENGL 387 Technical Report Writing (3)
Designated Writing Intensive Course for Major
Choose ONE of the following:
COMM 210 - Media Writing (3)
COMM 301 - Business & Professional Communication (3)
COMM 306 - AD and PR Copy Writing (3)
COMM 309 - Reporting (3)
ENGL 387 - Technical Report Writing (3)
Program Requirements
Students must complete 120 credits total, including 40 LASC credits, with 40 credits at the 300-level, or higher. Students will choose courses within the approved interdisciplinary rubrics to complete their elective requirement. They are also encouraged to choose a minor(s) from these areas. It is strongly suggested that students get approval from their primary academic advisor and choose a secondary advisor in their chosen area prior to declaring a minor. A customized specialization is also possible on a case-by-case basis. Students will be allowed to choose a rubric(s), minor(s), or specialized plan after successful completion of MART 160. Course prerequisites will be followed for each rubric where applicable.
Approved interdisciplinary rubrics are as follows (Students must complete at least 20 credits):
AEM, ART, ACCT, BUS, COMM, ECON, ENGL, ENTR, FILM, FINC, GID, MKTG, MGMT, MUS, PGMT, PHO, POL, THTR
Emphasis in Recording Arts and Post Production
Program Requirements
( 30 credits )
AEM 280 Critical Listening and Sound Analysis (3)
AEM 381 Studio Projects (3)
AEM 382 Live Sound Reinforcement & Recording (3)
AEM 383 Sound for Film and Video (3)
AEM 384 Collaborative Production Studio (1-4) *may be repeated for credit
AEM 481 Advanced Studio Projects (3) *must be repeated once for 6 total credits
AEM 482 Advanced Live Audio Production (3) *must be repeated once for 6 total credits
AEM 469 Residency/Internship (3)
Emphasis in Entertainment Management
Program Requirements
( 30 credits )
AEM 362 Entertainment Facilities Management (3)
AEM 384 Collaborative Production Studio (1-4)
AEM 353/POL 353 Nonprofit Organizations (3)
POL 321 Employment Law (3)
POL 351 Contract Law and Drafting (3)
COMM 352 Social Media Campaigns (3)
COMM 383 Event Planning (3)
MKTG 270 Principles of Marketing (3)
MGMT 260 Principles of Management (3)
AEM 469 Residency/Internship (3)