Finance

B.S. in Finance


Complex financial markets drive the world economy, and an understanding of those markets and how they may help or hinder a firm's financial performance is critical in today’s ever-changing world. Finance is a powerful and influential field that can be defined as the art and science of managing money.

The 120-credit Bachelor of Science degree in Finance provides a broad-based understanding of the principles that govern financial institutions and markets, and the strategies they employ to maximize investor returns while minimizing risk. The program develops students' competencies as financial professionals and prepares them for careers in corporate finance, investment banking, international finance security, analysis brokerage and securities trading, and portfolio management.

The school has relationships with a number of prestigious financial organizations and firms that offer internships and cooperative education opportunities which provide a professional working environment for students, while helping them to establish a valuable network of contacts for future employment.

Students are offered the experiential learning opportunity to join LIU-iF. This investment fund provides students with a resume enriching experience that allows them to trade real money in the market.

The B.S. in Finance degree prepares students to succeed in careers in corporate, public or personal finance. Students are taught to make sound investments using such skills as planning, strategizing, fund raising, risk management, etc. Students are also able to join the Student Management Investment Fund—one of the College’s experiential learning programs. This along with Bloomberg Terminal training and internship opportunities provide students with real world, hands-on experiences in the latest technologies and methodologies in finance today. Because of LIU’s proximity to Wall Street, students have access to high profile internship and job opportunities with leading financial industries. Members of the College’s strong alumni base regularly mentor students in their job searches. The LIU Brooklyn B.S. in Finance program is taught by world-class faculty from highly reputable Universities.


Program Curriculum

Course # Course Name Credits
 Required B.S. Finance Courses
(54 Credits)
ACC 210 Accounting or Business Majors 3
BUS 201 Introduction to Business in the 21st Century
BUS 209  Foundations of Business Information Systems
BUS 228 Business Statistics l 3
BUS 229 Business Statistics ll
ENT 200 Entrepreneurship & Innovation
FIN 201 Financial Markets and Institutions
FIN 202 Introduction to Corporate Finance
FIN 205 Analysis of Financial Statements
3
FIN 225 Financial Strategies in an Uncertain Economy
FIN 250 Seminar: Current Topics in Finance
IBU 221 International Business
LAW 201 Business, Law, and Society
MAN 201 Principles of Management 3
MAN 231 Managerial Communications
MKT 201 The Fundamentals of Marketing
 Finance Specialization Requirement
(15 Credits)
FIN 205  Analysis of Financial Statements
FIN 225 Financial Strategies in an Uncertain Economy 3
FIN 215 Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam Preparation 3
FIN 250 Seminar: Current Topics in Finance 3
FIN 4## any 400-level Finance Course 3

Institutional Learning Outcome (ILO)

Courses

ILO 1: Creative and Reflective Capacities

 (3 credits)

Openness to new ideas, integrative and reflective thinking, investigation, and synthesis of existing knowledge as a way of creating, appreciating, and reflecting on original, innovative work grounded in scientific, humanistic, historical, and/or aesthetic disciplinary knowledge.

ART 101: Introduction to Art

ART 105: Introduction to Beginning Drawing

ART 106: 3D Visualization and Production

ART 131: Pottery and Ceramic Sculpture I

CIN/FIL 109: Screenwriting II

CIN 111: History of World Cinema

CMA 109: Media Arts and Technology

DNC 108: History of Dance

ENG 167: Creativity and Nature

ENG 182: Introduction to Creative Writing

ENG 183: Creative Non-Fiction

JOU 110: Journalism, Media and You

MA 109: Media Arts and Technology

MUS 101: Introduction to Musical Concepts

MUS 102: Music Fundamentals

MUS 110: Introduction to World Music

PHI 172: Philosophy and the Mind

SPE/ORC 105: Public Speaking

THE 100: Introduction to Drama

THE 111: The Art of Theatre

THE 143: Shakespeare in Performance

THE 193: Theatre Research/Performance

ILO 2: Historical and Intercultural Awareness (6 credits)

Recognition of oneself as a member of a global community consisting of diverse cultures with unique histories and geographies.

History

HIS 100: American Civilization to 1877

HIS 101: Perspectives on Premodern World History

HIS 102: Perspectives on Modern World History

HIS 108: American Civilization since 1877

Intercultural Awareness

ANT #: Any Anthropology Course

ART 104: Introduction to Visual Arts

CIN 105: The Art of Documentary

ENG 115: Global Literatures

ENG 132: Shakespeare

ENG 158: American Literature

FRE 111: Introduction to French I

FRE 112: Introduction to French II

GGR 102: Geography and the Global Citizen

HIS 144: Topics in Asian History

HIS 157: Topics in Latin American History

ITL 111: Introduction to Italian I

ITL 112: Introduction to Italian II

MUS 103: Music in Western Civilization

MUS 146: History of Hip Hop

MUS 147: History of Rock Music

MUS 159: History of Country Music

PHI 170: Philosophies of Love and Sex

POL 150: International Relations

POL 161: Introduction to Comparative Politics

SPA 111: Introduction to Spanish I

SPA 112: Introduction to Spanish II

SOC 103: Gender and Sexual Diversity

SOC 135: Global Cultures

SOC 165: Culture and Society

SOC 103: Gender and Sexual Diversity

SOC 165: Culture and Society

SPE 100: Oral Communication

THE 142: Modern Theatre History

ILO 3: Quantitative and Scientific Reasoning (7-8 credits)

Competence in interpreting numerical and scientific data in order to draw conclusions, construct meaningful arguments, solve problems, and gain a better understanding of complex issues within a discipline or in everyday contexts.

Scientific Reasoning

AST 109/109A: Introductory Astronomy I

AST 110/110A: Introductory Astronomy II

BIO 120/120L: General Biology I

BIO 124/124L: Foundations of Biology I

BIO 125/125L: The Science of Sustainability

BIO 126/126L: DNA and Human Life

BIO 137/137L: Human Anatomy and Physiology I

CHM 101/101L: Chemistry for Health Science I

CHM 103/103L: Principles of Chemistry I

ERS 101/101L: Weather and Climate

ERS 102/102L: Planet Earth

ERS 103/103L: Oceanography

ERS 125/125L: Environmental Sustainability Science

FSC 100/100L: Introduction to Forensic Chemistry

PHY 103: University Physics I

PHY 104: University Physics II

PHY 120/120L: The Physical Universe

PHY 127/127L: Physics for Pharmacy

PHY 131/131L: General Physics I

PHY 131/131L: College Physics I

PHY 132/132L: General Physic II

PHY 132/132L: College Physics II

Quantitative Reasoning

MTH #: Any Mathematics Course

ILO 4:

Oral and Written Communication

(6 credits)

Knowledge and skill in exchanging informed and well-reasoned ideas in effective and meaningful ways through a range of media to promote full understanding for various purposes, among different audiences and in a variety of contexts and disciplines.  

Written Communication

ENG 110: Writing I – Composition and Analysis

ENG 111: Writing II – Research and Argumentation

ILO 5: Information and Technological Literacies

 (3 credits)

Ability to use information and communication technologies to find, evaluate, create, and effectively and responsibly use and share that information, requiring both cognitive and technical skills.

CGPH 126: Web Design for Everyone

EDI 100: Contemporary Issues in Education

ENG 148: Ideas and Themes n Literature

ENG 173: Writing in the Community

ENG 175: Writing in the Professions

ENG 178: Writing in the Sciences

HIS 107: Engaging the Past

HIS 190: Research Problems in History

POL 100: Research Problems in Political Science

SOC 102: Social Problems

SOC 148: Medical Sociology

SOC 148: Sociology of Health and Illness

ILO 6: Critical Inquiry and Analysis 

(3 credits)

Reflective assessment and critique of evidence, applying theory, and practicing discernment in the analysis of existing ideas and in the production of new knowledge across a broad array of fields or disciplines.

ENG 103: Grammar and the Structure of English

ENG 112: World Literatures I

ENG 113: World Literatures II

ENG 140: Introduction to Literature

ENG 180: Literary Genres

FRE 100: French Cinema

GGR 101: The Geography of Sustainable Development

HIS 104: Topics in American History

HIS 120: Topics in Medieval History

HIS 164: History of Gender and Sexuality

HIS 167: History of Science and Technology

PHI 100: Beginning Philosophy

PHI 163: Philosophy of Art

PHI 179: Social and Political Philosophy

POL 147: Political Psychology

POL 156: Diplomacy and Negotiation

PSY 103: General Psychology

PSY 111: Psychological Perspectives on Teaching and Learning

SOC 100: Introduction to Sociology

SOC 112: Gender, Race and Ethnicity

SOC 126: Sociology of Gender

SOC 161: Sociology of Sport

ILO 7: Ethical Reasoning and Civic Engagement (3 credits)

Evaluation of ethical issues in conduct and thinking, development of ethical self-awareness, consideration of various perspectives, and responsible and humane engagement in local and global communities.

ART 177: High Impact Art

CIN/FIL 103: Major Forces in the Cinema

ECO 101: Microeconomics

ECO 102: Macroeconomics

ENG 150: Empathy and Literature

HIS 116: History of Race and Society

HIS 158: History of Politics and Power

PHI 105: Bioethics

PHI 113: Philosophy and Film

PHY 178: Ethics and Society

POL 101: Introduction to Political Science

POL 102: Introduction to American Politics

POL 123: Political Parties and Public Opinion

SOC 108: Sociology of Youth

SOC 109: Social Movements and Change

SOC 110: Human Rights and Social Justice

SOC 119: Sociology of the Family

SOC 122: American Social Problems/Global Context

SPA 105: The Hispanic World

Courses

ACC 110 Accounting for Business Majors

This course is a survey of financial and managerial accounting for majors other than accounting.  The course includes an overview of accounting responsibilities of the manager, including budgeting and decision-making.  In addition, the course covers accounting procedures, preparation and the interpretation of financial statements and the need and procedures for internal controls.

Pre-requisite: BUS 101; Co-requisite: BUS 110

Credits 3    

Every Fall

Credits: 3

Rotating Basis


ART 61 Introduction to Visual Art

In our increasingly visual culture, it is important to look critically at the imagery that surrounds us. It is equally important to experience and understand art from many cultures and time periods so we may appreciate the wide variety of artworks created by people around the world, from past to present. Students will learn to analyze both form and content in art and communicate their understanding to others. Students will see and discuss a broad selection of art at museums, galleries, online, and in the classroom. The class will also engage in hands-on studio projects and explore a range of materials and personal artistic expression.

Credits: 3

All Sessions


BUS 101 Introduction to Business in the 21st Century

This is an introductory course that provides a broad and comprehensive view of today's businesses in a dynamic, technology-driven global economy.  This course provides a survey of the field of business and consists of specific topics including: starting a small business, satisfying customers, managing operations, motivating employees and building self-managed teams, developing and implementing customer-oriented marketing plans, managing information, managing financial resources, and exploring ethical and social responsibilities of American businesses.

Credits 3

Every Fall & Spring


BUS 110 Foundations of Business Information Systems
This course focuses on the key components of information systems--people, software, hardware, data, and communication technologies--and how these components can be integrated and managed to create competitive advantage. The course helps students develop practical competencies in the use of various computer systems and software and provides a theoretical and practical introduction to systems and development concepts, technology acquisition, and various types of application software which are essential to be competitive.
Credits: 3

Every Fall and Spring


BUS 228 Business Statistics I

A study of the foundations in statistical methods as they apply to the analysis of business conditions and projections. Topics covered include: graphic and tabular representations, measure of central tendency and dispersion, probability, binomial and normal distributions, sampling distributions and hypothesis testing, simple regression and correlation analysis, and index numbers. The pre-requisite of MTH 16 or MTH 30 or MTH 40 is required.

Credits 3

Every Fall


BUS 229 Business Statistics II

This course prepares students to apply statistics and probability concepts to business decisions. Students learn important criterion for developing effective research questions, including the creation of appropriate sampling populations and instruments. Other topics include descriptive statistics, probability concepts, confidence intervals, sampling designs, data collection, and data analysis including parametric and nonparametric tests of hypothesis and regression analysis. The pre-requisite of BUS 228 is required.

Credits 3

Every Spring


BUS 401 Business Capstone Experience

Students integrate and apply the functional knowledge and management skills that they have been developing throughout their program to a real-world business problem. Working in multi-disciplinary teams, students perform a comprehensive analysis of the business problem or opportunity and develop a coherent, viable, and defensible strategy. Pre requisite: Senior Standing (completion of minimum 90 credits)

Credits 3

Every Spring


DNC 61 Dance Through Time

A look at dance in its time and place, with an eye to simultaneous development of corresponding art forms, lifestyles and government involvement in the arts. A survey is offered of the many forms that dance encompasses through an understanding of style, content, and time and place of origin, most lectures will be accompanied by videos, studio work or any of the previous combination. Satisfies the core art 61 requirement.

Credits: 3

Every Fall and Spring


ECO 125 International Economics

This course provides an introduction to international trade, an area of economics that focuses on the causes and consequences of the presence of trade among nations. It examines such fundamental topics as the concept of comparative advantage in the context of the Ricardian model, the connection between factor mobility and income distribution, the role of trade policy and protectionism in industrialized and developing economies, the presence of imperfect competition in international markets, and the globalization debate (same as International Business 125). Pre-Requisite of ECO 2 or Permission of Instructor is required.

Credits: 3

Cross-Listings: ECO 125, IBU 125

On Occasion


ECO 132 Comparative Economic Systems

This course provides a comparative analysis of a variety of capitalist and non-capitalist systems, paying special attention to the economy of the United States, the transition of former Communist countries of Eastern Europe to market economies, the mixed economies of Western Europe and Japan and the fast growing economy of Communist China. The comparison among economic systems relies on the observation that different ways of organizing economic activity amount to different information transmission protocols and incentives for the economic agents, which explains different economic performance.

Credits: 3

On Occasion


ECO 133 Public Finance and Fiscal Policy

This course provides an introduction to the microeconomic analysis of the public sector. It

examines the government's role in a market economy, focusing on the regulation of

externalities, the provision of public goods and social insurance, and the redistribution of income.  In particular, it examines the major expenditure programs, including Social Security, Medicare, Education and Defense, as well as the generation of government revenues through taxation and deficit financing, addressing efficiency and equity considerations. Pre-Requisite of ECO 2 or Permission of Instructor is required.

Credits: 3

Rotating Basis


ENG 16 English Composition

English 16 seeks to initiate a dialogue among students that leads them to write with more than their own "personal" position in mind: the readings and classroom discussions give the sense that they are entering an ongoing conversation of consequence. To this end, students in English 16 are required to integrate the thoughts and words of other writers into their own essays. Both in relation to their own experience and to a text or set of texts, student writers in English 16 learn how to articulate and develop a sophisticated argument within a specific rhetorical situation. Three classroom hours per week. Part of Core requirement. One of the following prerequisites is required:  ENG 14; 

  • Placement Exam

  • 610 or higher on Evidence Based Reading & Writing SAT

  • 30 or higher on Reading SAT

  • 25 or high on ACT Assessment; 31 or high on Writing & Language SAT

Credits: 3
Every Semester


ENG 16X English Composition for Nonnative Speakers

English 16X is a course parallel to English 16 for nonnative speakers who needs additional work in English as a Second Language. Three hours per week. Letter grades and U. This course has an additional fee. The pre-requisite of ENG 14X or the placement exam is required.

Credits: 3
On Occasion


ENG 61 European Literatures I

An examination of significant works of literature from Ancient Greece and Rome and Medieval and Renaissance Italy, France, Germany and England. Intensive readings from epics, sacred books, poems, plays and tales -- arranged chronologically or thematically. All texts read in English. Pre-requisite of ENG 16 is required.

Credits: 3



Every Semester


ENG 62 European Literatures II

An examination of significant works of European literature, from the 18th Century to the present. Intensive readings from a wide representation of texts - novels, poems, plays and essays – arranged chronologically or thematically. All texts read in English. Pre-requisite of ENG 16 is required.

Credits: 3



Every Semester


ENG 63 American Literatures

A survey of the literatures and traditions of the United States from Colonial times to the present, with attention paid to the larger context of literary traditions across all the Americas - North America, the Caribbean, Latin America. Arranged chronologically or thematically. All texts read in English. Pre-requisite of ENG 16 is required.

Credits: 3



Every Semester


ENG 64 Global Literatures

Drawing primarily from the literatures of Africa and Asia, each section focuses on at least two geographical areas, such as Western Africa, China, India, Japan, Southeast Asia or the Pacific Islands. Broad sweeps of time may be covered or specific periods of high cultural achievements such as the Tang Dynasty, Medieval Japan or West Africa before the European invasion may be highlighted. Topics for individual sections will appear in the Schedule of Classes. All texts read in English. Pre-requisite of ENG 16 is required.

Credits: 3



Every Semester


ENT 200 Entrepreneurship and Innovation
This course is designed to stimulate interest in entrepreneurship in general and in particular, instruct students about business startups and disruptive technologies. Class instruction will include readings, case studies, field trips, and/or guest speakers. Examination of the literature of entrepreneurial behavior while focusing on several high visibility industries/businesses as well as local entrepreneurs will be covered.
Credits 3
Every Fall and Spring


FIN 201 Financial Markets and Institute

This course is designed to familiarize students with the U.S. financial system - its financial institutions, financial markets, and financial instruments and its relationship to the aggregate economy with which the manager must interact when making financial or investment decisions on behalf of companies, nonprofit institutions, government agencies or individuals. Requisites ACC 111, MTH 16 or MTH 30 OR BUS 101, BUS 110, MTH 16, or MTH 30.ACC 111, MTH 16 or MTH 30 OR BUS 101, BUS 110, MTH 16, or MTH 30.

Credits 3

Every Fall and Spring


FIN 202 Introduction to Corporate Finance

This course is designed to familiarize students with the theory of value and financial decision making in the firm relating to financial analysis and planning, working capital management, investing in fixed assets, and the long-term financing of assets - concepts that apply to any type of company or nonprofit institution. The pre-requisite of FIN 201 is required.

Credits 3

Every Spring


FIN 315 Analysis of Financial Statements

Balance sheets and income reports are analyzed individually and comparatively for their value to owners, managers, investors and creditors. Determination of standard ratios and variations in earnings. Each student prepares an analysis of actual reports issued to the public. The pre-requisite of ACC 110 or 111 is required; and the pre-requisite of FIN 202 is also required.

Credits: 3

Every Fall and Spring


FIN 325 Financial Strategies in an Uncertain Economy

This course examines the problems of making major financial decisions in a dynamic, uncertain environment. External variables from financial markets, real goods markets, labor markets, and international markets, as well as fiscal policy implementation and monetary policy implementation are identified. The problems of monitoring and forecasting those variables are considered. Decision making is practiced. Pre-requisites: FIN 202 and BUS 228 or BUS 211

Credits 3

Every Spring


FIN 450 Seminar: Current Topics in Finance

Advanced financial topics. Required for all finance majors.

Credits 3

Every Spring


FRE 11 Introductory French I

Introductory speaking, reading and understanding French with emphasis on contemporary culture.

Credits: 3

Every Fall and Spring


FRE 12 Introductory French II



Introductory speaking, reading and understanding French with emphasis on contemporary culture. Pre-requisite of FRE 11 is required.

Credits: 3

Every Fall and Spring


HIS 1 Perspectives in Pre-modern World History

A thematic approach to topics in World History that examines content from the history of civilization in at least two geographical regions (Africa, the Americas, Asia, the Middle East or Europe) up to the Modern Era (c. 18th century). All courses are aimed at discovering the nature of historical inquiry, including both an examination of historical facts, and also the importance of perspective, context, and causality in the creation of a historical argument. Topics will be chosen by the faculty member.

Credits: 3

All Sessions 


HIS 2 Perspectives in Modern World History

A thematic approach to topics in World History that examines content from the history of civilization in at least two geographical regions (Africa, the Americas, Asia, the Middle East or

Europe) from 1500 to present. All courses are aimed at discovering the nature of historical inquiry, including both an examination of historical facts, and the importance of perspective, context, and causality in the creation of a historical argument. Topics will be chosen by the faculty member.

Credits: 3

All Sessions


IBU 221 International Business

This course presents a broad overview of the fundamentals of international business and trade, and familiarizes the student with the basic terminology, key concepts and issues unique to the subject. The student studies the global economy including international trade, investments, and the business environments. The management of multi-national firms is studied in the context of the international financial systems, global market research, and comparative advantage. The pre-requisite of BUS 101 is required.

Credits 3

Every Fall


ITL 11 Introductory Italian I

Introductory speaking, reading and understanding Italian with emphasis on contemporary culture.

Credits: 3

Every Fall


ITL 12 Introductory Italian II

Introductory speaking, reading and understanding Italian with emphasis on contemporary culture. Pre-requisite of ITL 11 is required.

Credits: 3

Every Spring


JOU 61 Journalism, Social Media & You

Examines a wide range of news shared through social media, with attention to the political, economic, democratic, and satirical motives of diverse media creators. Considers the role of new technologies and the proliferation of fake news, propaganda, hoaxes, rumors, and advertising on the Internet. Explores principles and practices of credible journalism, such as objectivity and balance. Students develop news-literacy skills and learn to evaluate and curate their social-media newsfeeds. Satisfies the Arts core requirement.

Credits: 3

Every Fall and Spring



LAW 201 Business, Law, and Society
This course explores the legal and social contexts within which businesses operate and the interaction between business entities and the American legal system. Students examine various areas of law that are inherently associated with operating a business enterprise, workplace issues, regardless of career path, and transactions that are commonplace in their daily lives. Topics include, but are not limited to, laws pertaining to contracts, sales, torts, antitrust, securities regulations, employment discrimination, as well as ethics, and the legal aspect of different business entities forms. Pre-requisite: BUS 101; Co-requisite: BUS 110
Credits 3

Every Fall


MAN 201 Principles of Management
This course presents the process of managing as a rational and orderly activity leading to optimal results. Salient topics given special emphasis are environmental opportunities and constraints, entrepreneurship, planning and control, formal organization structure, the multidimensionality of organizations, individual and interpersonal behavior, and executive decision making. Prerequisite of BUS 101 is required.
Credits: 3

Every Fall and Spring


MAN 231 Managerial Communications

A vital skill of any aspiring business executive is the ability to write clearly and concisely. In every field of business the emphasis is on communication both within the organization as well as outside it. This course develops the student's ability to read critically, to evaluate information, to present evidence to support conclusions, and to make recommendations in an effective written business style. This is a Writing-Across-the-Curriculum (WAC) Course. Prerequisites: SPE 3 or 3X or HSP 21, HEG 21 and HEG 22

Credits: 3

Every Spring


MKT 201 The Fundamentals of Marketing

A detailed and critical analysis of the nature and purpose of marketing designed to give the student an overall view of the field. This course emphasizes the importance of integration and coordination of marketing activities so that practice and procedure can be geared to understanding effective operations. Consideration is given to such areas as the consumer and the market, product planning and development, distribution structure, pricing, marketing research, advertising and sales promotion, and the marketing of industrial goods and services. A fundamental approach to the area of model construction in marketing is also examined. The pre-requisite of BUS 101.

Credits 3

Every Spring


MTH 16 Finite Mathematics

Selected topics from matrix algebra, linear programming, consumer mathematics, probability,

sets and counting techniques. Students who have taken MAT 15 or 11Y are exempt from MAT 16. One of the following prerequisites is required:

  • DSM 09

  • MW 9

  • Placement Exam

  • 500 or higher on MATH SAT

  • 22 or higher on ACT Assessment

Credits: 3

All Sessions


MUS 61 Music and Culture

An introduction to musical styles that places music in its cultural context: history, painting, literature and ideas. To enhance the capacity to understand and enjoy music of every kind, the course begins with the elements of music that a composer combines in distinctive and characteristic ways to form a musical composition. Satisfies the core arts requirement.

Credits: 3

Every Semester


PHI 60 Philosophical Explorations

PHI 60 is an integrated core course that introduces students to the basic concepts and methods of elementary logic and philosophical inquiry, while emphasizing the critical intellectual skills needed both in philosophical reflection and in coping with the many practical challenges of modern living. Students will learn to avoid common fallacies in

informal reasoning and argumentation, to distinguish good from bad reasoning generally, and to engage in general problem solving, productive dialogue, and effective communication. They will engage in responsive and critical writing, while being guided in close reading and discussion of important philosophical texts from ancient times and the modern world. They will also become acquainted with some major traditions of ethical thought and the central problems of contemporary moral philosophy, while sharing, examining, sharpening and refining their own ethical sensibilities and values. The course as a whole will aid them in becoming more informed, methodical, and incisive thinkers, better able to exercise their voices as active citizens in the public sphere.

Credits: 3

Every Semester


PHI 61


PHI 62


SPA 11 Introductory Spanish I

Introductory speaking, reading, writing and understanding Spanish.

Credits: 3

Every Fall, Spring and Summer


SPA 12 Introductory Spanish II

Introductory speaking, reading, writing and understanding Spanish. Pre-requisite: SPA 11, HLS 21 or its equivalent. The pre-requisite of SPA 11 or HLS 21 is required.

Credits: 3

Every Fall, Spring and Summer


SPE 3 Oral Communication

An introduction to communication theory and interpersonal skills. Students develop oral presentation techniques, including public speaking, group discussion and oral readings. Evaluation of individual student speech through analysis of voice and diction is conducted.

Credits: 3

Every Semester


THE 61 The Theatrical Vision

This core course gives students an overall experience and understanding of the art and craft of Theatre and the process of making it happen. Students learn about the history of theatre, the visual and kinaesthetic elements of production and performance, the audience as spectators, how to read and analyze plays and the use of space in creating the theatre experience for both performer and audience.

Credits: 3

Every Semester

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