Program Courses
To earn the Museum Studies Certificate, students must complete the three core courses. "The Exhibit" course is optional and intended for professionals at smaller institutions who need specific exhibit design know-how.
PDP courses are offered online, remotely, and on-campus.
Please refer to the Schedule Notes for course delivery information.
IMPORTANT: The registration process for all professional development courses requires you to (A) register for your course,
(B) complete an acknowledgment of Northwestern University's Student Expectations and COVID-19 Code of Conduct in CAESAR, AND (C)
update your emergency contact information
.
Current students with an active NetID must complete their student acknowledgment in CAESAR before registering for courses.
New students must complete their student acknowledgment in CAESAR within 48 hours of enrollment before official registration can be finalized.
Please contact
pdp@northwestern.edu
for assistance.
| Program | Course ID | Course Title / Description | Spring 2024 | Summer 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum Studies Online | MUSEUM 370-DL | Museum Origins and Issues | Online | Online |
| Museum Studies Online | MUSEUM 371-DL | Successful Museum Management | Online | |
| Museum Studies Online | MUSEUM 372-DL | Learning and Museums | Online | Online |
| Museum Studies Online | MUSEUM 373-0 | Journey of a Museum Exhibit | Chicago Campus |