Museum Mgmt & Admin

Catalog description

This course focuses on museum management and administration. Students will explore how various types of U.S. museums are structured and operate as non-profit institutions. They will learn about important museum functions and processes, including registration, collection management, curation, education, conservation, development and marketing. Finally, they will explore recent museum initiatives and trends, thereby gaining critical insights into evolving museum practices. The course will involve both virtual and on-site learning experiences that take advantage of museums and professionals in the Philadelphia region and beyond.