Presentation

Continuous Assessment (portfolio incl. research plan, summary of research undertaken, 3 reviews &amp; rationale for presentation format)

Continuous Assessment

<br />Introduction to the module; choosing and researching a topic. Core skills: presentations, writing abstracts. The remainder of classes will be on discursive topics led by a guest following guidance from the Module Leader. Topics may draw on a range of contemporary managerial issues in accordance with the module aims. Sample Syllabus: 1: Introduction to the Module 3: Refining your topic/writing your abstract 4. New Technology and the Performing Arts Mind map 5. The corporate matrix &amp; the transfer price mechanism 6. New business models for music 7. The New Journalism 8. Current issues in theatre producing 9. Challenges and Future directions for Commercial Music 10. How to do PR 11. Presentation skills 12. Conference presentations<br />

Contemporary Issues in Management - 6504MMET

Contemporary Issues in Management

Utilise specialised research skills synthesising areas of study relevant to music, entertainment, theatre and events economies.

Engage professionally with industry practitioners.

Critically evaluate new information, concepts and evidence from a range of sources.

Evaluate, select and apply appropriate techniques and methods for professional and effective oral and written communication by delivering a paper to their peers in a professional manner within a conference environment.

Synthesise and critically evaluate the impact of contemporary issues and developments on a specific area of management in the fields of music, entertainment, theatre and events.