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Assignment Due Date:        Friday, 9 May 2025

Overview

This assignment requires you to conduct an individual case study of an Australian arts organisation, critically analysing its arts management approach through the application of relevant theories, concepts, and industry practices. This task allows you to engage deeply with real-world examples, demonstrating your ability to apply theoretical knowledge to contemporary arts management challenges.

Task

You will select an Australian arts organisation and develop a case study that examines its management strategies, challenges, and sectoral positioning. Your analysis should draw on both theoretical frameworks and industry research to provide critical insights.

You must select two key areas of arts management from the list below:

· Organisational structure and alignment with strategy

· People management (HR concepts such as leadership, recruitment, training, salary structures)

· Governance and/or risk management

· Stakeholder management (including partnerships and engagement strategies)

· Advocacy and policy influence

· Use of technology in arts management(focusing on operational or strategic use rather than audience engagement)

Students must engage critically with theory while evaluating how the chosen organisation applies arts management principles. Theoretical engagement should be based on class readings and materials, ensuring alignment with concepts covered in the subject. Students should avoid introducing external or unrelated theories and instead demonstrate a clear understanding of the frameworks discussed in lectures and prescribed readings.

Format and Requirements

· Word count: 2000 words (excluding references)

· The case study must include:

o Introduction & Background (approx. 300 words)

o Organisational Mission, Vision, and Strategy (approx. 400 words)

o Arts Management Analysis – Two Key Areas (approx. 1000 words total)

o Conclusion & Key Learnings (approx. 300 words)

o Reference List (APA 7 format)

· The case study must demonstrate critical analysis, supported by academic sources and industry research.

Assessment Criteria

1. Conceptual Understanding and Analysis

· Depth of engagement with arts management principles and theories

· Strength of argument and logical development

· Use of relevant industry examples to support discussion

· Consideration of challenges, strengths, and organisational impacts

2. Structure and Organisation

· Logical structure and coherence of argument

· Clarity of writing style, grammar, and vocabulary

· Near faultless spelling and mechanics

3. Research and Referencing

· Use of credible sources to support analysis

· Correct referencing using APA 7 citation style, with minimal errors

· Strong selection of academic and industry sources

Submission

· The final report (2000 words) must be submitted via LMS by Friday, 9 May 2025

· Ensure your document is formatted in 1.5 spacing, standard font (such as Times New Roman, Arial, etc.), 12pt font, and APA 7 referencing.

· Retain a copy for your records.