Arts Management - PgCert

Program Overview

The PgCert in Arts Management at Queen Margaret University equips arts professionals with the knowledge and skills to navigate contemporary challenges in the field. It focuses on arts management practice, leadership and governance, and fundraising, finance, and development. The program offers a flexible learning format and industry connections, preparing graduates for management positions in cultural organizations and festivals.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Arts Management Practice: Enhancing the understanding of organizational realities and contemporary management practices within the arts and cultural sector.
• Leadership and Governance: Providing critical insights into leadership strategies and the evolving landscape of cultural governance.
• Fundraising, Finance, and Development: Equipping participants with the tools to secure funding, manage finances, and develop sustainable strategies for cultural organizations.

Outline:

The PgCert in Arts Management is comprised of three 20-credit modules:

• Leadership, Governance and Strategy (Not-for-Profit): This module delves into the principles of leadership, governance, and strategic management within the context of non-profit organizations.
Students explore various leadership styles and critically examine the role of governance in shaping cultural institutions.
• Fundraising, Finance and Development: This module equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective fundraising, financial management, and development strategies.
Students learn about financial support mechanisms, budgeting, and generating income streams for cultural organizations.
• Arts Management in Practice: This module focuses on developing reflective practitioners who can effectively apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios.
Students engage in industry-based learning and receive insights from experts in the field.

Additionally, students can opt for one of the following modules:

• Evaluating Arts and Cultural Projects: This module provides the skills and knowledge to effectively design and execute evaluations for arts and cultural projects.
Students learn about data collection, analysis, and reporting techniques.
• Placement/Industry-Based Learning: Students can undertake a placement within an arts organization to gain practical experience and apply their theoretical knowledge in a real-world setting.

Teaching:

The program adopts a blended learning approach, incorporating a variety of teaching methods such as:

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Tutorials
• Case studies
• Projects
• Field trips
• Guest lectures from industry experts

Assessment:

Assessment methods include:

• Essays
• Reports
• Exams
• Presentations
• Project work

Careers:

• Producing
• Fundraising
• Marketing
• Programming
• Audience development

Other:

• The program is offered in Edinburgh, a vibrant cultural hub known as the "Festival City."
• The program places a strong emphasis on industry connections and provides opportunities for students to network with professionals in the field.
• The program is designed to be flexible and accessible, catering to the needs of working professionals.