Postgraduate Credit Leadership in the Arts and Cultural Sector

Program Overview

This 9-week part-time program, offered through the Arts Connect Leadership Development Programme, is designed for arts and cultural professionals working in learning and engagement. It focuses on developing personal leadership, organizational effectiveness, and networking skills, preparing participants for leadership roles in the arts and cultural sector. The program features guest speakers, special events, and a variety of learning activities, including presentations, workshops, and self-assessment exercises.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This program is designed specifically for arts and cultural professionals working in the learning and engagement field, who are either leaders or aspiring leaders working with or for children and young people in arts and cultural organizations. It focuses on developing personal leadership and organizational effectiveness, self-awareness, and the ability to build productive relationships. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the broader context for arts and culture in the region and build networks to benefit the sector and children and young people.

Objectives:

The program aims to develop learning and engagement professionals who are:

• More influential in their current work and able to make a bigger impact.
• Confident in their own leadership potential.
• Aspiring and inspiring leaders in the sector.
• Part of a wider regional network.

Description:

This program is a 9-week part-time course offered through the Arts Connect Leadership Development Programme, a closed program available only to participants in this program. It provides a unique opportunity for professionals in the arts and cultural sector to gain valuable leadership skills and knowledge while connecting with others in the field.

Outline:

Course Modules:

The program consists of one core module:

• Leadership in the Arts and Cultural Sector (20 credits): This module focuses on developing personal leadership and organizational effectiveness, as well as understanding the broader context for arts and culture in the region.
It also covers the most relevant leadership models in different art forms and cultural sectors, and how to apply them in practice.

The program uses a variety of learning activities, including presentations, workshops, and self-assessment exercises. It also features guest speakers from the arts and cultural sector and opportunities to attend special events.

Assessment:

Assessment methods:

The assessment methods used in the program are not explicitly mentioned in the context.

Assessment criteria:

The assessment criteria used in the program are not explicitly mentioned in the context.

Teaching:

Teaching methods:

The teaching methods used in the program involve a combination of presentations, workshops, and self-assessment exercises.

Faculty:

The faculty members involved in the program are not explicitly mentioned in the context.

Unique approaches:

The program features guest speakers from the arts and cultural sector and opportunities to attend special events. This provides participants with valuable insights and networking opportunities.

Careers:

Potential career paths:

The program prepares graduates for leadership roles in the arts and cultural sector, such as:

• Arts and cultural manager
• Arts and cultural program director
• Arts and cultural education leader
• Arts and cultural policy advisor

Career opportunities:

Graduates can find employment in various organizations, including:

• Arts and cultural organizations
• Educational institutions
• Government agencies
• Non-profit organizations

Career outcomes:

The program aims to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in leadership roles within the arts and cultural sector. Graduates can expect to see career advancement opportunities and increased earning potential.

Other:

Additional Information:

• The program is delivered through the University of Wolverhampton's Arts Connect initiative.
• Participants will receive a Postgraduate Credit upon completion of the program.
• The program is designed to be flexible and can be completed part-time over a 9-week period.
• The program offers a unique opportunity for participants to connect with other arts and cultural professionals in the region.