Online Courses Handbook 2003

300492 v.2 Graduate Qualification in Visual Arts Management

Introduction
This course develops professional skills through coursework and placements within industry or arts agencies. Students develop competence in management, marketing and arts administration. A senior Visual Arts Management executive is appointed as a mentor for students providing a unique form of assistance greatly enhancing the professional acknowledgement of this course.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A bachelor of arts degree with a specialisation in an appropriate discipline or a TAFE Diploma with additional professional experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course (equivalent to a Graduate Certificate) is of one semester full-time duration, or equivalent part-time.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

300494 v.2 Managing in the Visual Arts Environment 501 2.0 25.0

300495 v.2 Visual Arts Management 503 2.0 25.0

300496 v.2 Visual Arts Management Project 505 2.0 25.0

SELECT 1 OPTION 25.0

100.0

Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Semester 1 Hrs/Wk Credits

11227 v.4 Heritage Studies (Cultural Heritage Management) 511 3.0 25.0

13521 v.2 MCA 615 - Museology 4.0 25.0

300497 v.2 Visual Arts Marketing and Promotion 507 2.0 25.0