Qualification details

Communication 

• Exchanging information with arts professionals.
• Establishing and maintaining industry networks.
• Interpreting the results of surveys.
• Writing reports on market research findings.
• Negotiating resource requirements for new administration systems/procedures.
• Presenting information to audiences in an engaging way.
• Responding to questions from members of an audience.
• Preparing and presenting proposals for activities/programs to management.

Teamwork 

• Sharing information with colleagues.
• Showing sensitivity to cultural and social differences when communicating with others.
• Collaborating with colleagues and others on a range of administrative tasks.
• Leading a work team, including volunteers.

Problem Solving 

• Dealing with problems that arise from diversity issues.
• Adjusting work practices to suit particular arts contexts.
• Resolving problems that arise during the movement and storage of exhibition objects.

Initiative and Enterprise 

• Using market research to assist with future planning.
• Developing creative activities and programs that contribute to the overall strategic direction of an organisation.
• Identifying alternative approaches to managing workplace issues.
• Promoting innovative approaches and outcomes in the workplace.

Planning and Organising 

• Planning, organising and prioritising work tasks and responsibilities.
• Organising work tasks to ensure safety.
• Developing, implementing and managing arts administration systems and procedures.
• Managing meetings.
• Developing plans for and managing major projects, e.g. activities, events or programs.
• Developing and managing budgets.
• Undertaking research to develop concepts and content for exhibitions and other activities.
• Planning for and acquiring resources.
• Facilitating continuous improvement within operations.
• Identifying risk factors and taking action to minimise risk.
• Developing and implementing strategic and operational plans.

Self-management 

• Following workplace procedures, particularly in relation to OHS.
• Demonstrating leadership.
• Managing own time effectively.
• Acting within scope of own job role.

Learning 

• Providing mentoring/coaching support to team members on OHS and new administration systems/procedures.
• Keeping up to date with industry developments.
• Coaching colleagues in ways of accepting diversity in relation to colleagues and customers.
• Identifying training needs in relation to diversity issues.
• Seeking specialist advice on copyright and legal issues.
• Contributing to people's knowledge and understanding through presenting public activities and programs.

Technology 

• Using the internet for research purposes.
• Using a range of AV and electronic data presentation equipment.

Core Units 

Complete 11 core units 

BSBADM502B Manage meetings

BSBINN502A Build and sustain an innovative work environment

BSBMGT502B Manage people performance

BSBMGT617A Develop and implement a business plan

BSBSMB401A Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business

CUEFIN02B Manage a budget

CUEOHS01B Implement workplace health, safety and security procedures

CUETEM09B Manage diversity

CUVADM12B Work with arts professionals in an arts organisation

CUVCON06B Develop concepts for arts organisations or projects

THHGLE12B Develop and manage marketing strategies

Elective Units 

Complete 12 other units 

At least 2 units  must be selected from the following Training Package:

• Business Services, e.g. recordkeeping, specialist administration, governance

At least 3 units  must be selected from the following Training Packages (in addition to the 2 units  from Business Services BSB01):

• Business Services, e.g. recordkeeping, specialist administration, governance
• Museums and Library/Information Services, e.g. exhibitions
• Visual Arts Craft and Design
• Entertainment, e.g. props, sets, scenic art, costume
• Screen and Media, e.g. digital content, set and scenery construction
• Music, e.g. performance

Remaining units may be selected from other areas of the Visual Arts Craft and Design Training Package or any relevant endorsed Training Package at the appropriate level.

The total package of units must meet the requirements of the Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptor for an Advanced Diploma. In all cases selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the level of the qualification.