CLTC 20500 - Introduction to Creative Economies

Institution:

Ithaca College

Subject:

Culture and Communication

Description:

Introduction to Creative Economies surveys how creative enterprises and the knowledge economies drive sustainable rural and urban revitalization, social modernization, public policy initiatives, and innovation. The course examines how the interdisciplinary nexus of the creative industries, including performing arts, recreation, sports, leisure, tourism, heritage sites, film, advertising, television, design, music, publishing, visual arts and crafts, and music, generate social, cultural, and economic capital. Topics covered include national and international creative economies case studies, the rise of the creative class, the development of creative cities, the establishment of cross-sectoral social interactions and partnerships, community building, and the relationship of globalization to the creative economies. 3 credits. (U,IR)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Seminar

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Institution Website:

www.ithaca.edu

Phone Number:

(607) 274-3011

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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