Undergraduate and Graduate Degrees in Entertainment and Tourism Studies

Overview
Cal State Fullerton is now offering three new undergraduate programs and one graduate program related to Entertainment and Tourism. The Colleges of Business, Communications, and the Arts each have new bachelor's degree concentrations in Entertainment and Tourism, and the Communications department also offers a master's degree with emphases in these areas

In these interdisciplinary programs, entertainment is broadly defined covering not only traditional television, film, and music industries, but also other entertainment-related fields such as tourism, sports, gaming, merchandising and retail stores and new media.

According to industry leaders, to succeed in these fields, individuals must understand both the business and creative facets of entertainment and leisure. Thus, our programs are designed to cross-train students and prepare them for a wide variety of careers as business professionals, entertainers, artists or entrepreneurs. Students will learn general principles that apply to most all forms of entertainment and leisure, as well as have the opportunity to select more specialized courses based on their own interests.

These programs, however, are not limited to students specifically interested in careers in entertainment and tourism. Entertainment is a driving force in contemporary society. Thus, the study of entertainment and it's vast array of industries can provide valuable insights for anyone interested in developing a comprehensive understanding of today's world.

 

Advantages of a CSUF Degree in Entertainment and Tourism

Bullet Quality Instruction. Curriculum is developed in close consultation with our advisory board of entertainment and tourism experts and scholars. Courses are taught by experienced, knowledgeable faculty and industry professionals.
Bullet Real World Experience. Students gain valuable, hands on experience through courses and exceptional internship experiences.
Bullet Flexibility. Programs are flexible to allow student to tailor curriculum to their needs and interests.
Bullet Foot in the Door. Students can take advantage of unique networking opportunities and job placement services.
Bullet Balanced Focus. The program includes a balanced focus on the creative, technical and administrative facets of these industries.

 

Undergraduate Programs

Entertainment and Tourism Studies, Communications, College of Communications
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Entertainment and Tourism Management, Business Administration, College of Business
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Entertainment Studies, Theater Arts, College of the Arts
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Master's Degree Program
Emphasis in Entertainment and Tourism, Communications, College of Communications.

The Communications Master’s degree program allows students to tailor curriculum to their own interests. Contact the Center Director, Cynthia King, to learn more about customizing an emphasis in Entertainment and/or Tourism Studies.

 

Questions?
Contact:

Cynthia King
Director, Center for Entertainment and Tourism
etcenter@fullerton.edu
714/278-4092

 

Career Opportunities
In these programs students will learn about a growing range of job opportunities in entertainment and tourism.

Bullet Event planning
Bullet Media Programming
Bullet Talent management
Bullet Design
Bullet Venue management
Bullet Cross promotions
Bullet Tour packaging
Bullet Destination management
Bullet Guest and audience relations
Bullet Guest and audience research
Bullet Creative development
Bullet Fundraising
Bullet Sponsorship
Bullet Contracts and Sales
Bullet Business development
Bullet Upper management

 

Entertainment and Tourism Studies Student Club
The Entertainment & Tourism Club offers students a true understanding of what the entertainment industry has to offer. Because the entertainment & tourism industry is so broad, we introduce different directions students can pursue in this complicated and competitive industry with guest speakers, possible tours of some of the most recognized studios today, and updates on internship and job opportunities that suite your interests. It also gives you the opportunity to mingle with students who share the same goals as you.

We hope to make the Entertainment & Tourism Club as helpful as possible in this crucial time in your life, but most of all we guarantee fun! After all isn’t that what entertainment is all about?

For more information please e-mail us at csuf_etc@yahoo.com.

Wendy Rossano and Cherie Garcia
Co-Presidents, Entertainment and Tourism Club

 

Learn more about these industries!

Media and Entertainment

Travel and Tourism

Internship and Job Placement Opportunities

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