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MMCC2120 – Managing Arts and Entertainment
2026 – Session 1, In person-scheduled-weekday, North Ryde
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Jon Burtt
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
40cp at 1000 level or above
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit provides students with knowledge of the wider arts and entertainment field and related management practices, considering performance from economic and interdisciplinary perspectives. Students will also learn the broader theoretical and practical implications of industry dynamics in social, cultural, and political contexts. It aims to increase students' capacity for further study and employability across industry sectors. No prior experience of the field is required. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: identify major themes and debates relating to the performing arts and entertainment industries.
- ULO2: evaluate the wide structure, opportunities, and dynamics of the performing arts and entertainment industries.
- ULO3: analyse the economic and cultural significance of the arts and entertainment industries.
- ULO4: synthesize creative and cultural industries literatures.
General Assessment Information
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, a 5% penalty (of the total possible mark) will be applied each day a written assessment is not submitted, up until the 7th day (including weekends). After the 7th day, a mark of ‘0’ (zero) will be awarded even if the assessment is submitted. Submission time for all written assessments is set at 11.55pm. A 1-hour grace period is provided to students who experience a technical issue. This late penalty will apply to written reports and recordings only. Late submission of time sensitive tasks (such as tests/exams, performance assessments/presentations, scheduled practical assessments/labs will be addressed by the unit convenor in a Special consideration application.
https://students.mq.edu.au/study/assessment-exams/special-consideration
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due | Groupwork/Individual | Short Extension | AI assisted? |
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| Process journal | 50% | No | Wk 7, 26/04/2026, 23.55 | Individual and Group | No | Open AI |
| Case Study Analysis | 50% | No | Wk 12, 31/05/2026, 23.55 | Individual | No | Open AI |
Process journal
Assessment Type 1: Reflection task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 40 hours
Due: Wk 7, 26/04/2026, 23.55
Weighting: 50%
Groupwork/Individual: Individual and Group
Short extension 3: No
AI assisted?: Open AI
Students are expected to keep a weekly process journal. This journal will document their engagement with the course material and learning activities in the weekly seminars as well as their independent research. Refer to iLearn for further information.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- identify major themes and debates relating to the performing arts and entertainment industries.
- evaluate the wide structure, opportunities, and dynamics of the performing arts and entertainment industries.
- analyse the economic and cultural significance of the arts and entertainment industries.
- synthesize creative and cultural industries literatures.
Case Study Analysis
Assessment Type 1: Written Submission
Indicative Time on Task 2: 40 hours
Due: Wk 12, 31/05/2026, 23.55
Weighting: 50%
Groupwork/Individual: Individual
Short extension 3: No
AI assisted?: Open AI
Through a written task, students will apply theoretical concepts covered in the course to real-life situations. Further information pertaining to the task can be found on the iLearn site for the unit.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- identify major themes and debates relating to the performing arts and entertainment industries.
- evaluate the wide structure, opportunities, and dynamics of the performing arts and entertainment industries.
- analyse the economic and cultural significance of the arts and entertainment industries.
- synthesize creative and cultural industries literatures.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation.
3 An automatic short extension is available for some assessments. Apply through the Service Connect Portal.
Delivery and Resources
Lectures are online only, delivered via Zoom at 10am Thursday. A recorded version of lectures will available for viewing online via Echo.
Tutorials are delivered on campus (for in-person enrolments) in 10HA 184 and via Zoom (for online enrolments).
Unit readings will be available on Leganto.
MMCC2120 lectures will start in Week 1. Tutorial classes will commence from Week 2.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Complaints Resolution Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit connect.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Academic Integrity
At Macquarie, we believe academic integrity – honesty, respect, trust, responsibility, fairness and courage – is at the core of learning, teaching and research. We recognise that meeting the expectations required to complete your assessments can be challenging. So, we offer you a range of resources and services to help you reach your potential, including free online writing and maths support, academic skills development and wellbeing consultations.
Student Support
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Academic Success
Academic Success provides resources to develop your English language proficiency, academic writing, and communication skills.
- Workshops
- Chat with a WriteWISE peer writing leader
- Access StudyWISE
- Upload an assignment to Studiosity
- Complete the Academic Integrity Module
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Student Services and Support
Macquarie University offers a range of Student Support Services including:
- IT Support
- Accessibility and disability support with study
- Mental health support
- Safety support to respond to bullying, harassment, sexual harassment and sexual assault
- Social support including information about finances, tenancy and legal issues
- Student Advocacy provides independent advice on MQ policies, procedures, and processes
Student Enquiries
Got a question? Ask us via the Service Connect Portal, or contact Service Connect.
IT Help
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
Unit information based on version 2026.01R of the Handbook