Advanced Diploma of Arts Management
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Core Units |
Complete 11 core units BSBADM502B Manage meetings BSBINN502A Build and sustain an innovative work environment BSBMGT502B Manage people performance BSBMGT617A Develop and implement a business plan BSBSMB401A Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business CUEFIN02B Manage a budget CUEOHS01B Implement workplace health, safety and security procedures CUETEM09B Manage diversity CUVADM12B Work with arts professionals in an arts organisation CUVCON06B Develop concepts for arts organisations or projects THHGLE12B Develop and manage marketing strategies |
Elective Units |
Complete 12 other units At least 2 units must be selected from the following Training Package: Business Services, e.g. recordkeeping, specialist administration, governance At least 3 units must be selected from the following Training Packages (in addition to the 2 units from Business Services BSB01): Business Services, e.g. recordkeeping, specialist administration, governance Museums and Library/Information Services, e.g. exhibitions Visual Arts Craft and Design Entertainment, e.g. props, sets, scenic art, costume Screen and Media, e.g. digital content, set and scenery construction Music, e.g. performance Remaining units may be selected from other areas of the Visual Arts Craft and Design Training Package or any relevant endorsed Training Package at the appropriate level. The total package of units must meet the requirements of the Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptor for an Advanced Diploma. In all cases selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the level of the qualification. |
Notes on the Advanced Diploma of Arts Management
This qualification is designed to reflect the role of individuals who analyse, design and execute judgements across a broad range of technical or management function and who have a wide range of specialised technical, creative or conceptual skills. They are also responsible for group outcomes.
This qualification is applicable to a broad range of industry contexts including galleries, museums, theatres and community arts centres. The workplace context must guide the selection of elective units.
Examples of other Training Packages, which may be relevant to this qualification, are as follows:
Business Services, e.g. computer technology
Entertainment, e.g. props, sets, scenic art, costume
Screen and Media, e.g. digital content, set and scenery construction
Financial Services, e.g. bookkeeping
Furnishing, e.g. furniture production
Hospitality, e.g. food and beverage
Information Technology, e.g. Internet
Museums and Library/Information Services, e.g. exhibitions
Music, e.g. performance
Printing and Graphic Arts, e.g. pre-press
Retail, e.g. customer service, sales
Textile, Clothing and Footwear, e.g. clothing production
Tourism, e.g. guiding
Examples of appropriate units for particular jobs at this level are as follows:
Manager of a Small Gallery
BSBMGT515A Manage operational plan
BSBMGT516A Facilitate continuous improvement
BSBREL401A Establish networks
BSBSMB401A Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
CUEFIN01B Develop a budget
CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements
CULMS506B Plan and develop activities, events and programs
CULMS605B Develop and implement procedures for the movement/storage of cultural material
CUVADM01B Develop and implement arts administration systems and procedures
CUVADM05B Plan and develop information management systems
SRXHRM001B Manage volunteers
Workshop/Studio Manager
BSBCUS501A Manage quality customer service
BSBINN502A Build and sustain an innovative work environment
BSBMGT515A Manage operational plan
BSBPMG601A Direct the integration of projects
BSBREL401A Establish networks
BSBRSK501A Manage risk
BSBSMB401A Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
CUEFIN01B Develop a budget
CUVADM05A Plan and develop information management systems
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The following table contains a summary of the
Communication Exchanging information with arts professionals. Establishing and maintaining industry networks. Interpreting the results of surveys. Writing reports on market research findings. Negotiating resource requirements for new administration systems/procedures. Presenting information to audiences in an engaging way. Responding to questions from members of an audience. Preparing and presenting proposals for activities/programs to management. |
Teamwork Sharing information with colleagues. Showing sensitivity to cultural and social differences when communicating with others. Collaborating with colleagues and others on a range of administrative tasks. Leading a work team, including volunteers. |
Problem Solving Dealing with problems that arise from diversity issues. Adjusting work practices to suit particular arts contexts. Resolving problems that arise during the movement and storage of exhibition objects. |
Initiative and Enterprise Using market research to assist with future planning. Developing creative activities and programs that contribute to the overall strategic direction of an organisation. Identifying alternative approaches to managing workplace issues. Promoting innovative approaches and outcomes in the workplace. |
Planning and Organising Planning, organising and prioritising work tasks and responsibilities. Organising work tasks to ensure safety. Developing, implementing and managing arts administration systems and procedures. Managing meetings. Developing plans for and managing major projects, e.g. activities, events or programs. Developing and managing budgets. Undertaking research to develop concepts and content for exhibitions and other activities. Planning for and acquiring resources. Facilitating continuous improvement within operations. Identifying risk factors and taking action to minimise risk. Developing and implementing strategic and operational plans. |
Self-management Following workplace procedures, particularly in relation to OHS. Demonstrating leadership. Managing own time effectively. Acting within scope of own job role. |
Learning Providing mentoring/coaching support to team members on OHS and new administration systems/procedures. Keeping up to date with industry developments. Coaching colleagues in ways of accepting diversity in relation to colleagues and customers. Identifying training needs in relation to diversity issues. Seeking specialist advice on copyright and legal issues. Contributing to people's knowledge and understanding through presenting public activities and programs. |
Technology Using the internet for research purposes. Using a range of AV and electronic data presentation equipment. |