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Course Information

Bachelor of Arts (Arts Management) Honours

Effective from 01-JAN-2018 : Code M28

The course is researched-based and aims to introduce students to the various methodologies associated with the collection, analysis and interpretation of both qualitative and quantitative data, focusing specifically on managerial issues within the arts industry. Students are required to complete a series of preparatory units by coursework, followed by a comprehensive supervised dissertation.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Apply advanced library, database and information literacy, to locate and critically apply information relevant to the design, planning and execution of a research project. (11)
2. Apply advanced technology literacy, information literacy and numeracy proficiency in the analysis and evaluation of qualitative and/or quantitative research results. (11)
3. Apply initiative and judgement through the design, planning and execution a research project relevant to arts management, demonstrating some independence in thought and practice. (7,10, e)
4. Communicate a persuasive explanation of arts management knowledge including a discussion of research results to academic and non-academic audiences. (6,8, d)
5. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of research methods as they apply to arts management. (1, a)
6. Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively on a research project and apply responsibility and accountability for own learning and continued development. (9,12, e)
7. Demonstrate coherent and advanced knowledge of the theories, principles and concepts of arts management. (1, a)
8. Demonstrate technical research skills through the design, planning, proposal and use of a research project to address theoretical and/or technical questions relevant to arts management. (5)
9. Exercise critical thinking and judgement in the analysis and evaluation of arts management research from diverse academic and professional contexts including, Australian and international contexts. (4,8,16, d)
10. Integrate advanced theoretical and research knowledge to evaluate complex problems in arts management and provide innovative and sustainable solutions inclusive of cross culturally and globally relevant perspectives. (3,13,14,15,16, c,f)
11. Review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise advanced knowledge in arts management with intellectual independence. (2, b)

Admission requirements

• Students will only be admitted to Honours where the specified weighted average mark is achieved in preceding studies.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to have completed the Bachelor of Arts (Arts Management) program with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 70 per cent or higher.

Portfolio pathway applications are not accepted for this course.

Course Duration

• Full Time: 1 Year

Course Delivery

• Mount Lawley: Full Time

Course Coordinator

Dr Helen Kathryn RUSAK

Course Structure