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Partnering and Fundraising in the Arts (AMGT90007)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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The aim of this subject is to provide students with knowledge, insight and skills in the practice of managing key stakeholders in cultural organisations. Its particular focus will be on stakeholder relationships. Topics will include but not be limited to: internal stakeholders such as Boards and staff and external stakeholders such as donors and sponsors. In looking at internal stakeholders, the focus will be on effective people management including relationships between Boards and management, management and staff, and management and unions. In exploring external stakeholders, this subject will provide students with an understanding of the role of philanthropy, development activities and fundraising in the cultural not-for-profit sector.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Manage relationships with stakeholders in the arts and cultural industries
  • Work with governance bodies including boards
  • Assess and successfully respond to the challenges that occur in the philanthropy and fundraising work of arts organisations
  • Create viable fundraising strategies and activities in the arts.

Generic skills

At the completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Demonstrate effective time management
  • Plan and execute research at a high level
  • Demonstrate critical thinking and analysis at a high level
  • Communicate research finding in clear and concise ways
  • Demonstrate creative thinking
  • Understand social, ethical and cultural contexts.

Last updated: 6 November 2025