Stage Whispers 2012 directory of performing arts courses

Music SA (08) 8218 8444 daniel@musicsa.com.au Certificate III In Music Business http://musicsa.com.au/articles/coursesart/2012/bandmanagement.aspx Deakin University 1300 334 733 enquire@deakin.edu.au Graduate Certificate of Arts and Entertainment Management This course provides an understanding of the functions and principles of management within the field of arts and entertainment. The course also provides an overview of the cultural industry and how arts and entertainment management is delivered in Australia and its links with international governing bodies. It develops a comprehensive understanding of the integration of business disciplines in the effective management of the arts. Students will also develop necessary skills to provide leadership and direction for the arts in Australia, to contribute to the growing internationalisation of the arts and the potential impact on Australia's ability to attract major cultural events. Students who successfully complete the Graduate Certificate of Arts and Entertainment Management will be eligible for entry into the Master of Arts and Entertainment Management. www.deakin.edu.au/future-students/courses/course.php?course=M519&stutype=local&continue=Continue Master of Arts and Entertainment Management Master of Business Administration Victoria University (03) 9919 6100 Bachelor of Business (Music) This course will help you gain a comprehensive understanding of the business of music. You will learn to plan and promote music events, arrange and negotiate deals, and gain a full understanding of the nature of music copyrights.

With strong connections with current industry participants, the Bachelor of Business Music Industry specialisation is widely recognised for producing graduates with business acumen and entrepreneurial flair.

The Bachelor of Business gives you options to tailor your learning to your specific needs. All students study a common first year which is complemented in second and third years by specialisations in either two business disciplines, or a single specialisation and an area of study. www.vu.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-business-music-industry-bbus-bspmui WAAPA Edith Cowan University 134 ECU (134 328) Outside Australia: (61 8) 6304 0000 enquiries@ecu.edu.au Arts Management The Arts Management course provides a solid theoretical and practical foundation to business administration and management practice within the arts industry.

Arts Managers are responsible for building the framework upon which the arts industry operates – they seek the sponsorship, funding, staff and audience required for a production to become reality.

The Arts Management course provides students with the knowledge and skills required to manage theatre companies, venues, dance companies, exhibitions, community arts centres, galleries, concerts, festivals and other institutions within the arts and entertainment industries.

WAAPA offers the only full-time undergraduate Arts Management course in Australasia. An emphasis on both the academic and practical fosters detailed understanding of contemporary arts management practice, backed by extensive knowledge of the historical role of arts within society. Graduates from the course possess a high level of management expertise, leadership ability, human resource skills and a broad knowledge of the arts industry.

The Arts Management course has an international reputation for excellence built on the success of its graduates who have found work as arts managers in events, production, venues, finance, sponsorship, marketing, publicity, promotion and human resources both in Australia and internationally. www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/courses-and-admissions/our-courses/disciplines/arts-management www.stagewhispers.com.au Stage Whispers 19