Art 367 Design Business Practices

Introduction to multidisciplinary, team-based, problem-solving practices in communication design. Majors in art/graphic design and non-art majors enroll in this course to form interdisciplinary teams working on hypothetical projects or case studies in current business problems, issues, and trends. Emphasis is placed on strategic design and planning, creative process, project management, and studio management. Students demonstrate skills in research, conceptual development, persuasive writing and communication, negotiation, initiative, collaboration, and team dynamics. May be taken twice for credit. Maximum 8 credits. Open to non-majors with instructor’s consent.