Program Highlights
In the Arts & Entertainment Management program at CapU, you'll gain the skills to work in B.C.'s growing entertainment industry.
Immerse yourself in the business side of the arts and entertainment industry and get ready for a fast-paced career in music, festivals, events, theatre, film/TV talent, artist management or a mixture of all.
As you move through this two-year diploma, you'll also refine your abilities in important areas including artist development and talent management, touring, resource development and marketing.
Your first year will focus on a broad range of topics including a survey of the arts and entertainment industry, computer applications, music business, venue and festival management and industry-specific management skills.
In the second year, you'll advance to even more complex coursework and gain real-world experience in an external practicum in the industry.
- Apply the principles of planning, funding, producing, budgeting, and promoting to effectively plan and execute arts and entertainment events.
- Advocate for public and community support based on the impact of arts and entertainment on society and the self, including economic and political trends, diverse forms of cultural expression, and inequalities in both the workforce and audience.
- Lead a values-based arts and entertainment organization by applying ethical considerations and a consideration of how cultural context informs and is affected by the organization’s mission, vision, structure, and planning.
- Communicate effectively and professionally in written, oral, visual, and multimedia formats, tailored to various contexts within the arts and entertainment industry.
- Develop and implement career strategies aligned with personal strengths, values, and life-long learning.
- Utilize digital tools and resources to gather, manage, and present information ethically and legally, including creating digital marketing materials and managing streaming media.
- Engage with diverse communities and interest holders through effective marketing and audience development strategies, addressing barriers to attendance and promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Admission Requirements
English language requirements
English is the language of instruction at CapU. All applicants are required to demonstrate competence in the English language prior to admission.
If English is not your first language or you’ve received your education in a language other than English, you must meet our English Language Requirements.
Basic requirements
- High school graduation
Program-specific requirements
- Video Submission
Program Requirements
Total program credits: 61.00