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This unit 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.
Students are introduced to the management functions and business practices of the Australian theatre, film and television industry. The focus is on the responsibilities and techniques necessary for the planning and implementation of a successful career as a performing artist. This unit introduces key concepts in strategic planning and management, representation, marketing, finance, law, occupational health and safety, funding, and sponsorship development. It explores strategies for self-management, publicity and promotion, producing and corporate training. Practical knowledge and transferable skills are emphasized in order to commence and maintain a professional career after graduation.
Unit was previously coded ACT3005
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | Not Offered | 11 x 1.5 hour seminar | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | Digital press kit | 20% |
| Portfolio | ePortfolio | 30% |
| Exercise | Career development plan | 50% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit 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.
Students are introduced to the management functions and business practices of the Australian theatre, film and television industry. The focus is on the responsibilities and techniques necessary for the planning and implementation of a successful career as a performing artist. This unit introduces key concepts in strategic planning and management, representation, marketing, finance, law, occupational health and safety, funding, and sponsorship development. It explores strategies for self-management, publicity and promotion, producing and corporate training. Practical knowledge and transferable skills are emphasized in order to commence and maintain a professional career after graduation.
Unit was previously coded ACT3005
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECUs LMS
| Joondalup | Mount Lawley | South West (Bunbury) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | Not Offered | 11 x 1.5 hour seminar | Not Offered |
For more information see the Semester Timetable
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant School Progression Panel.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | Digital press kit | 20% |
| Portfolio | ePortfolio | 30% |
| Exercise | Career development plan | 50% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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