Qualification Outline

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Diploma of Music Business

Diploma of Music Business

Qualification
National Code:
CUS50309
State Code:
D362
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
1001 - Performing Arts
Original TGA Release Date
02/11/2011
Approved Date
01/04/2010
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
1027
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
02/11/2011
VET Act Conditions
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
2.00 02/11/2011 Current Approved
Description

Descriptor
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who possess a sound theoretical knowledge base and use a range of specialised, technical or managerial competencies to plan, carry out and evaluate own work and/or that of a team.

Job roles
licensing manager
music merchandiser
music promoter
music publisher
music/artist manager.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = sixteen (16)
- four (4) core units
- seven (7) Group A units
- five (5) elective units

Two (2) elective units must be selected from the Group A and/or Group B units listed below.

The remaining three (3) elective units may be selected from the Group A and/or Group B units listed below or any unit of competency from any endorsed Training Package or accredited course.

No more than three (3) Group A or Group B units previously achieved as part of another qualification may be counted towards the qualification. Electives must be relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and be at an appropriate qualification level.
1. Core Units

All four (4) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
D2886 CUSIND501A Apply music knowledge and artistic judgement 80 Unit of competency
D1012 BSBSMB401A Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business 40 Unit of competency
D2954 CUSOHS301A Follow occupational health and safety procedures 20 Unit of competency
D1095 CUFCMP501A Manage and exploit copyright arrangements 50 Unit of competency
2. Group A Specialist Units

Seven (7) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
D2902 CUSMGT404A Administer artists' royalty income 30 Unit of competency
D2900 CUSMGT402A Administer music publishing income 35 Unit of competency
D2916 CUSMLT502A Apply concepts about the impact of music to professional practice 40 Unit of competency
D1185 CUFRES401A Conduct research 30 Unit of competency
S6725 SITXMPR001A Coordinate production of brochures and marketing materials 40 Unit of competency
D2904 CUSMGT503A Develop artists and repertoire 63 Unit of competency
D2955 CUSPUR501A Establish and manage recording contracts 40 Unit of competency
D2903 CUSMGT502A Manage artists and their careers 34 Unit of competency
D0708 BSBFIM501A Manage budgets and financial plans 50 Unit of competency
D2899 CUSMGT401A Manage distribution of music and associated products 40 Unit of competency
S6513 SITXEVT013A Manage event staging 40 Unit of competency
D2901 CUSMGT403A Manage licensing of music 34 Unit of competency
D0938 BSBPMG510A Manage projects 45 Unit of competency
D0996 BSBRSK501A Manage risk 50 Unit of competency
D2906 CUSMKG501A Manage the promotion of creative acts 35 Unit of competency
D1650 CUEFOH06C Manage venue services 90 Unit of competency
D0649 BSBCRT501A Originate and develop concepts 30 Unit of competency
S6517 SITXEVT017A Provide on-site event management services 60 Unit of competency
D2882 CUSFIM501A Secure funding for projects 63 Unit of competency
D1610 CUETEM07B Tour the production 140 Unit of competency
D2977 CUSWRT501A Write about music 51 Unit of competency
3. Group B Elective Units

Five (5) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
D0879 BSBMKG517A Analyse consumer behaviour for specific international markets 50 Unit of competency
D0873 BSBMKG511A Analyse data from international markets 50 Unit of competency
D0760 BSBINN502A Build and sustain an innovative work environment 50 Unit of competency
D1185 CUFRES401A Conduct research 30 Unit of competency
D0565 BSBADV510A Create mass electronic media advertisements 80 Unit of competency
D0564 BSBADV509A Create mass print media advertisements 80 Unit of competency
D1116 CUFDIG502A Design web environments 50 Unit of competency
C9760 FNSICORG501B Develop a budget 60 Unit of competency
D0563 BSBADV507B Develop a media plan 60 Unit of competency
D0956 BSBPUB504A Develop and implement crisis management plans 40 Unit of competency
D0954 BSBPUB502A Develop and manage complex public relations campaigns 50 Unit of competency
S6514 SITXEVT014A Develop conference programs 30 Unit of competency
S6509 SITXEVT009A Develop event concepts 30 Unit of competency
D2885 CUSIND401A Develop specialist expertise in the music industry 40 Unit of competency
D1197 CUFWRT401A Edit texts 30 Unit of competency
D1216 CUVPHI514A Employ colour management in a digital imaging workplace 50 Unit of competency
WB921 BSBWOR502B Ensure team effectiveness 50 Unit of competency
D0867 BSBMKG502B Establish and adjust the marketing mix 50 Unit of competency
D0759 BSBINN501A Establish systems that support innovation 50 Unit of competency
S6510 SITXEVT010A Evaluate and address event regulatory requirements 40 Unit of competency
D0566 BSBADV511A Evaluate and recommend advertising media options 60 Unit of competency
D0223 ICAS5203B Evaluate and select a web hosting service 15 Unit of competency
D4868 BSBMGT516C Facilitate continuous improvement 50 Unit of competency
D0866 BSBMKG501B Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities 50 Unit of competency
D1022 BSBSUS301A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices 40 Unit of competency
D0876 BSBMKG514A Implement and monitor marketing activities 40 Unit of competency
D0667 BSBDES501A Implement design solutions 60 Unit of competency
D0869 BSBMKG507A Interpret Market Trends And Developments 50 Unit of competency
D0755 BSBINM501A Manage an information or knowledge management system 40 Unit of competency
D0929 BSBPMG501A Manage application of project integrative processes 50 Unit of competency
D0555 BSBADM506B Manage business document design and development 50 Unit of competency
D0221 ICAS5199B Manage business websites and servers 30 Unit of competency
S6515 SITXEVT015A Manage exhibitions 40 Unit of competency
D0955 BSBPUB503A Manage fundraising and sponsorship activities 50 Unit of competency
D0552 BSBADM502B Manage meetings 50 Unit of competency
D0847 BSBMGT515A Manage operational plan 50 Unit of competency
D0846 BSBMGT502B Manage people performance 50 Unit of competency
D0736 BSBHRM503A Manage performance management systems 60 Unit of competency
S6526 SITXFIN007A Manage physical assets 40 Unit of competency
D0931 BSBPMG503A Manage project time 40 Unit of competency
D0656 BSBCUS501A Manage quality customer service 50 Unit of competency
D0739 BSBHRM506A Manage recruitment selection and induction processes 60 Unit of competency
D0901 BSBOHS407A Monitor a safe workplace 40 Unit of competency
D0959 BSBPUR402B Negotiate contracts 30 Unit of competency
D1647 CUEFIN03C Obtain sponsorship 75 Unit of competency
S6516 SITXEVT016A Organise and monitor event infrastructure 40 Unit of competency
D0868 BSBMKG506B Plan market research 50 Unit of competency
D0878 BSBMKG516A Profile international markets 50 Unit of competency
D0875 BSBMKG513A Promote products and services to international markets 50 Unit of competency
D1138 CUFIND401A Provide services on a freelance basis 30 Unit of competency
S6512 SITXEVT012A Select event venues and sites 35 Unit of competency
D2777 BSBCON401A Work effectively in a business continuity context 30 Unit of competency
D1057 BSBWRT501A Write persuasive copy 40 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C370 CUS50301 Diploma of Music Industry (Business) Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AZN0 CUA50815 Diploma of Music Industry Qualification
VET Info Notes
Change of MER from qualification pre-requisite to literacy benchmarks (3 dots) was implemented as requested by Central Institute of Technology and State Training Admissions on 29/08/2013.



Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
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