Program: Performing Arts Administration Minor - South Dakota State University

2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog

Apr 07, 2025

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Program Coordinator/Contact

David Reynolds, Director
School of Performing Arts
Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center 123B, Box 2830
605-688-5188

Program Information

The Performing Arts Administration minor will provide focus on the skills and experiences required for students to become professionals capable of entering the workforce in the performing arts. Students will be prepared to manage a theatre company, dance company, symphony, performing arts venue, or other performing arts organization.

Course Delivery Format

Program coursework will be delivered in a combination of lecture and project-based learning models.

Academic Requirements

Music majors with a specialization in Music Entrepreneurship are not eligible for this minor.

Requirements for Performing Arts Administration Minor: 18 Credits

ACCT 210 - Principles of Accounting I (COM) Credits: 3
MUS 304 - Introduction to the Music Industry Credits: 3
MUS 494 - Internship (COM) Credits: 1-16 (3 credits required)
or THEA 480 - Summer Theatre (COM) Credits: 1-5 (3 credits required)
or THEA 494 - Internship (COM) Credits: 1-16 (3 credits required)
THEA 375 - Theatre Arts Management Credits: 3

Select from the following

Select 6 credits from the following list. Credits: 6

ADV 314 - Digital Promotions Credits: 3
HMGT 355 - Events and Facilities Administration Credits: 3
LMNO 201 - Introduction to Leadership and Management of Nonprofit Organizations Credits: 3
MGMT 334 - Small Business Management (COM) Credits: 3

Performing Arts Administration Minor

Location(s): Brookings Main CampusClose