Arts Entrepreneurship

Summary

The certificate of performance in Fine Art with an arts entrepreneurship emphasis provides students with the skills and knowledge to foster self-employment or a small business. The curriculum is designed to maximize students art experience while providing basic skills required for self-employment and employment in art-related fields. This program expands student education in entrepreneurship and small business management. The primary aim is to prepare students to create advanced artwork and pursue a career in art-related fields.

Award Notes: A Certificate of Performance is a departmental award that does not appear on the student’s transcript. All courses must be completed within the San Diego Community College District. This program is not eligible for federal financial aid in accordance with Federal regulations.

Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Arts Entrepreneurship Program will be able to:

1. Solve basic problems of visual expression and describe its historical or contemporary context.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of specific historical and cultural art styles.
3. Produce visual works of art reflecting global awareness, cultural diversity.
4. Produce visual works of art in a variety of mediums. Choose the most appropriate materials, tools and techniques to meet artist goals.
5. Interpret, evaluate and critique orally and in writing visual works of art.

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