SMU-NAFA Advanced Certificate in Arts Management for Arts Professionals Module 2: Arts Law and Cultural Policy
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This module is conducted in-person.
2 days
Weekdays (9am - 5pm)
Who Should Attend
- Professionals working in the arts sector for 3 years and less and who may not have any formal arts management training
- Individuals seeking a deeper understanding of the processes of arts management
PREREQUISITES
There are no prerequisites for this programme. Prior knowledge on any of the topics is not required.
Overview
The module will provide an overview of the history of arts and cultural policy in Singapore from independence in 1965 to the present and will delve into how it has affected artists, cultural institutions and citizens. The formulation of arts and cultural policies pertaining to funding, censorship and the building of facilities will be critically discussed. Participants will also be introduced to legislation relevant to the arts industry. Key topics include intellectual property, contract law and licensing. Participants will examine statutes and legislation that regulate the arts eco-system. Through local and international case studies, participants will analyse issues such as copyright, agreements, and censorship and how they apply to the arts.
Learning Objectives
At the end of the 2-day module, participants will be able to:
- Explain what arts and cultural policy in Singapore entails
- Analyse arts policy and relate it to the production and consumption of art as well as the concerns of artists, cultural organisations and audiences
- Formulate creative strategies to negotiate with and/ or take advantage of arts policy to further the artistic and economic concerns of artists, arts and cultural organisations
- Identify and explain legislation, rules and regulations that are relevant to the arts industry
- Discuss issues pertaining to intellectual property
- Discuss laws pertaining to censorship
- Critically examine contracts used in arts and culture scenarios and identify areas of potential conflict and concern
- Identify and use appropriate language and terminology when discussing legal matters in arts and culture scenarios
Assessment
As part of the requirement for SkillsFuture Singapore, there will be an assessment conducted at the end of the course. The mode of assessment, which is up to the trainer’s discretion, may be an online quiz, a presentation or based on classroom exercises.
Participants are required to attain a minimum of 75% attendance and pass the associated assessment in order to receive a digital Certificate of Completion issued by Singapore Management University.
Calculate Programme Fee
Fee Table
| COMPANY-SPONSORED | |||
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PARTICIPANT PROFILE |
SELF-SPONSORED |
SME |
NON-SME |
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Singapore Citizen < 40 years old Permanent Resident LTVP+
|
$654 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$654 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
|
Singapore Citizen ≥ 40 years old |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
|
International Participant |
$2,180 (No Funding) |
$2,180 (No Funding) |
$2,180 (No Funding) |
All prices include 9% GST
Please note that the programme fees are subject to change without prior notice.
Post Secondary Education Account (PSEA)
PSEA can be utilised for subsidised programmes eligible for SkillsFuture Credit support. Click here to find out more.
Self Sponsored
SkillsFuture Credit
Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above may use their SkillsFuture Credits to pay for the course fees. The credits may be used on top of existing course fee funding.
This is only applicable to self-sponsored participants. Application to utilise SkillsFuture Credits can be submitted when making payment for the course via the SMU Academy TMS Portal, and can only be made within 60 days of course start date.
Please click here for more information on the SkillsFuture Credit. For help in submitting an SFC claim, you may wish to refer to our step-by-step guide on claiming SkillsFuture Credits (Individual).Workfare Skills Support Scheme
From 1 July 2023, the Workfare Skills Support (WSS) scheme has been enhanced. Please click here for more details.
Company Sponsored
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS)
- Organisation must be registered or incorporated in Singapore
- Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million
- Trainees must be hired in accordance with the Employment Act and fully sponsored by their employers for the course
- Trainees must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
- Trainees must not be a full-time national serviceman
- Trainees will be able to enjoy ETSS funding only if the company's SME's status has been approved. To verify your SME's status, please click here.
Please click here for more information on ETSS.
Absentee Payroll
Companies who sponsor their employees for the course may apply for Absentee Payroll here. For more information, please refer to:
AP Guide (Non-SME Companies)
Declaration Guide (SME Companies)
Intake Information
This module is conducted in-person.
| Course | Dates |
|---|---|
| INTAKE 3 | 9 - 10 Jun 2025 [Open for Registration] |
*Online registration will close 5 calendar days before the course start date
Trainers
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