AIM726 - Heritage and Museum Operational Issues

Unit details

Enrolment modes:	(X)
Credit point(s):	1
EFTSL value:	0.125
Unit chair:	S Cooke
Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications.

Content

Module 1: The Governance of Museums

• Governance systems;


• Organisational structures;


• Boards, trustees and meetings;


• Leadership;


• Reporting and accountability.

Module 2: Business Issues for Museums

• Sources of finance including shops and catering concessions, admission charges, grants and sponsorship;


• Financial and risk management;


• Legal issues;


• Insurance and indemnity;


• Occupational health, safety and security systems;


• Loyalty programs and management of Friends groups.

Module 3: Human Resources Issues for Museums

• Museum work, and its management;


• Managing consultants and their work in museums;


• Working as a consultant to museums;


• Management of volunteer personnel;


• Induction schemes for new personnel;


• Performance appraisal systems for museum personnel.

Assessment

Three assignments: 2x1500 words each, 30% each and x1 2000 words, 40%

Unit Fee Information

Student Contribution Rate*	Student Contribution Rate**	Fee rate - Domestic Students	Fee rate - International students
$733	$733	$2110	$2719

* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.