Arts & Entertainment Mgmt

AEM 140Arts and Entertainment Management I
3.00 credits(4,0,0) hrs15 wks
This course will introduce students to the basic concepts and organizational systems required for Arts and Entertainment Management. Lectures will focus on marketing, resource development, volunteer and board management, tour management, organizational structures, artist management, financial management, and presenting and promoting performances.
AEM 141Arts and Entertainment Management II
3.00 credits(4,0,0) hrs15 wks
A continuation of AEM 140.
AEM 142Arts and Entertainment Applications I
3.00 credits(2,4,0) hrs15 wks
Students will gain on the job experience in various management positions in the performing arts. Practical positions include Event Services Coordination, Audience Services and Project Management. All positions include different levels of administration, budgeting, financial management, organizational skills, event planning, report writing, artist relations, dealing with contracts, troubleshooting and team building.
AEM 143Arts and Entertainment Applications II
3.00 credits(2,4,0) hrs15 wks
A continuation of AEM 142.
AEM 145Computer Applications in Arts and Entertainment Management
3.00 credits(4,0,0) hrs15 wks
This course teaches the applications for computers in Arts and Entertainment Management. Students will gain an understanding of word processing, desktop design, Internet, e-mail, spreadsheet and database programs. Students will be given hands-on experience in a computer laboratory setting. The emphasis will be on practical application in the workplace.
AEM 146Festival Management
1.50 credits(4,0,0) hrs08 wks
This course will introduce students to the systems used to manage festivals in the arts and entertainment sector. Students will learn the various components involved with festival management and learn how to plan and execute a festival within the context of community partnerships, risk management, and site/venue development.
AEM 147Record Label Management
1.50 credits(4,0,0) hrs08 wks
This course will introduce students to record label management. Students will learn how to produce a CD from the creative concept and production stage through to the sales/marketing and retail stage.
AEM 148Venue Management
3.00 credits(4,0,0) hrs15 wks
This course will examine the various aspects of managing a venue. Students will learn box office and front of house operations, event services, maintenance, rental clients and human resources.
AEM 240Practicum in Arts and Entertainment Management I
12.00 credits(0,0,32.6) hrs15 wks
Prerequisite: 30 AEM credits, ENGL 100 and TECT 151 or THTR 151
This course is the first of a pair of practicum courses. Students will gain on-the-job experience in various arts management positions. The experience will be determined by the organization that the student is placed with. Each student will be supervised by his/her immediate superior throughout the practicum. In order to foster a real working environment, students will be encouraged to work independently and be given objectives to accomplish during their practicum. A job description outlining duties and responsibilities will be issued.
AEM 241Practicum in Arts and Entertainment Management II
12.00 credits(0,0,32.6) hrs15 wks
Prerequisite: 30 AEM credits, ENGL 100 and TECT 151 or THTR 151
This course is the second of a pair of practicum courses. Students will gain on-the-job experience in various arts management positions. The experience will be determined by the organization that the student is placed with. Each student will be supervised by his/her immediate superior throughout the practicum. In order to foster a real working environment, students will be encouraged to work independently and be given objectives to accomplish during their practicum. A job description outlining duties and responsibilities will be issued. The second practicum will occur at a different organization than the first.
AEM 245Media Relations, Marketing and Promotion
1.50 credits(4,0,0) hrs08 wks
Prerequisite: 21 AEM credits, ENGL 100 and TECT 151 or THTR 151
Students will be introduced to the basic concepts of marketing, public relations, and promotion in relation to arts and entertainment management. Lectures will focus on how to apply strategic marketing principles to arts and entertainment management.
AEM 247Financial Management in Arts and Entertainment Management
1.50 credits(4,0,0) hrs08 wks
Prerequisite: 21 AEM credits, ENGL 100 and TECT 151 or THTR 151
Students will be introduced to the basic concepts of financial management, including accounting, cash management, budgeting, box office management, forecasting and payroll, in relation to performing arts organizations. Lectures will focus on how to apply financial arts principles to the performing arts.
AEM 248Resource Development in Arts and Entertainment Management
1.50 credits(4,0,0) hrs08 wks
Prerequisite: 21 AEM credits, ENGL 100 and TECT 151 or THTR 151
This course teaches the skills necessary to become an effective advocate for the arts. The students learn how to successfully complete grant applications and how to plan and execute a successful fundraising campaign.
AEM 249Fundamentals of Artist Development
1.50 credits(4,0,0) hrs08 wks
Prerequisite: 21 AEM credits, ENGL 100 and TECT 151 or THTR 151
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an understanding of how an arts and entertainment organization operates and how tours are planned and executed.
AEM 251Industry Seminar in Arts and Entertainment Management
1.50 credits(4,0,0) hrs08 wks
Prerequisite: AEM 140, 141, 142, 143, 144 or 148, 145, 146, 147, ENGL 100 and TECT 151
This course prepares students for building and maintaining a career in the arts and entertainment industry. Lectures and panel discussions will focus on transferring skills and knowledge from the academic environment to the practical work environment. Topics include self-assessment of employability skills, professional behaviour, resume writing, interview techniques, work search methods, goal setting and workplace skills.
AEM 252Tour Management
1.50 credits(4,0,0) hrs08 wks
Prerequisite: 21 AEM credits, ENGL 100 and TECT 151 or THTR 151
Students will be introduced to the basic concepts of tour management in the performing arts. Lectures will focus on the process of tour organization and the resources available for booking tours.
AEM 340Advanced Practicum in Arts and Entertainment Management I
12.00 credits(0,0,32) hrs15 wks
This course is a 15-week practicum in which the student will assume a position working for a professional arts organization for 35 hours per week. These will generally be office hours with some evening and weekend work, depending on the position assigned. A job description outlining duties and responsibilities will be issued.
AEM 341Advanced Practicum in Arts and Entertainment Management II
12.00 credits(0,0,32) hrs15 wks
A 15-week practicum in which the student will assume a position working for a professional arts organization.
AEM 345Advanced Media Relations, Marketing and Promotions
1.50 credits(10,0,0) hrs03 wks
Students will be introduced to the basic concepts of marketing, public relations, and promotion in relation to arts and entertainment management. Lectures will focus on how to apply strategic marketing principles to arts and entertainment management.
AEM 346Advanced Organizational Structures in Arts and Entertainment Management
1.50 credits(10,0,0) hrs03 wks
This course will provide students with a basic overview and understanding of the organizational structures in arts and entertainment management. Lectures will focus on the fundamentals of organization and management in performing arts organizations with an emphasis on teaching the skills necessary to build successful relationships between the various organizational sectors. Guest speakers from participating arts organizations will be featured.
AEM 347Advanced Financial Management in Arts and Entertainment Management
1.50 credits(10,0,0) hrs03 wks
Students will be introduced to the basic concepts of financial management, including accounting, cash management, budgeting, box office management, forecasting and payroll, in relation to performing arts organizations. Lectures will focus on how to apply financial management principles to the performing arts.
AEM 348Advanced Resource Development: Grantsmanship, Sponsorship and Fundraising
1.50 credits(10,0,0) hrs03 wks
This course provides an understanding of the critical role of the resource development activities in performing arts and entertainment organizations. Topics include corporate sponsorship, direct mail, planned giving, and special event fundraising.
AEM 349Advanced Fundamentals of Artist Development
1.50 credits(10,0,0) hrs03 wks
Students will be introduced to the critical role of management in the development of an artist's career. Lectures will cover intellectual property management, contractual relationships, recording, touring, presentation, and marketing.
AEM 350Advanced Production and Tour Management
1.50 credits(4,0,0) hrs08 wks
Students will be introduced to the basic concepts of production and tour management in performing arts organizations. Lectures will focus on the personnel in performing arts organizations and their duties, equipment used in presenting performing arts, and the process of tour organization.
AEM 351Audience Services Practicum and Computer Applications
1.00 credit(1,0,5) hrs07 wks
This course will provide on-the-job experience managing all audience service roles as well as training in box office database and Excel. Students will receive in-class instruction, which will be followed by direct application. Students will be supervised by their instructor throughout their practicum. Only shows in the Capilano University Performing Arts Theatre will be considered for practicum hours. The course may be taken in second or third semester.
AEM 352Arts and Entertainment Management Advanced Practicum I
12.00 credits(4,0,24.3) hrs15 wks
Prerequisite: 9 AEM credits
This course is the first of a pair of practicum courses. Students will gain on-the-job experience in various arts management positions. Students will determine goals they will achieve during the placement and will monitor and report on their progress. Throughout the term, students will share and reflect on their experience through online forums, journals and final seminars.
AEM 353Arts and Entertainment Management Advanced Practicum II
12.00 credits(4,0,24.3) hrs15 wks
Prerequisite: 9 AEM credits
This course is the second of a pair of practicum courses. Students will gain on-the-job experience in various arts management positions. Students will determine goals they will achieve during the placement and will monitor and report on their progress. Throughout the term, students will share and reflect on their experience through online forums, journals and final seminars.
AEM 354Arts & Entertainment Management Advanced Graduation Projects
1.00 credit(1.86,0,0) hrs15 wks
Prerequisite: 9 AEM credits
This capstone course guides students through individual projects carried out in cooperation with a faculty advisor. Students will complete and present a graduation portfolio containing key elements of an event plan including, but not limited to an event proposal, a budget, a marketing plan and a sponsorship proposal or grant application. Students will also write articles on industry topics as assigned.

See also:




Calendar in Progress:

Printable calendars:

Supplements: