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Leadership and Governance in Cultural Organisations

Leadership and Governance in Cultural Organisations: Modular studies
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€1,040.00

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Certificate programme

In the certificate programme, you take modules worth at least 15 credit points, you are enrolled as a student at Leuphana University of Lüneburg, you have access to all the university's resources, you take examinations and you receive the university certificate "PS Individuale" as your degree.

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Module studies

You complete the module studies with an examination and receive the specified credit points. These can be credited towards a Bachelor's or Master's degree. The modular study programme is interesting for you if you only want to book a single module. At the end, you will receive a certificate with a detailed list of your achievements.

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Module participation

Participation in the module takes place WITHOUT an examination. You do not receive any credit points. Credit points are important if you want to have them credited towards a Bachelor's or Master's degree. You will receive a certificate of attendance at the end of the module.

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Currently 5 places available
Courses of this module
F15 Leadership and Governance in Cultural Organisations
First date Wednesday, 21.05.2025 at 09:00 o'clock → Last date Tuesday, 01.07.2025 at 23:59 o'clock
Product information "Leadership and Governance in Cultural Organisations"

This module explores key theories and practices of leadership and governance in arts organizations, focusing on strategic decision-making, ethical responsibility, and stakeholder collaboration. It equips students with the skills to navigate transformative challenges in the cultural sector.

Course content

  • Theories of leadership in arts organisations (including post-hierarchical management)
  • Effective leadership in practice
  • Governance structures: boards, trustees, and advisory committees
  • Ethical leadership and cultural responsibility
  • Transformative governance and adaptive leadership
  • Self-reflection as a key practice in leadership

Course structure:

The module lasts 6 weeks and is divided into 3-4 phases. During each phase, you can decide when to prepare and review the content by working through the course material and tasks. There is usually one webinar in each phase, scheduled according to the students' time zones. These are the only fixed dates. Since the course is revised before it begins, the exact dates cannot be communicated beforehand. We calculate a weekly workload of 21 hours. Of course, this may vary depending on personal circumstances. The portfolio exam must be handed in at the end of the course.


is restricted access: Yes
Requirements - university entrance qualification: Required
Requirements - one year of work experience: Not required
Requirements Language: English: TOEFL Internet (92 points); IELTS (Acad. Level 6.5 points); CAE/CPE (Level C1, Grade B); TOEIC (720 points listening/reading, 310 points speaking/writing); if necessary, individual examination.
Requirements Expertise: None
Topic: Business Administration & Economics, Culture, Management & Leadership
Format of course: Online
Level: Master
Course language: English
Study programme
Arts & Cultural Management Go to study program website
Number of credit points / ECTS: 5
Workload Contact time (in hours): 25
Workload self-study time (in hours): 100
Examination: In-class examination
Exam format: Portfolio
Further exam format: No further Exam
Qualifikationsziele

Learning outcomes and competencies

  • Analyze key leadership theories and their application within the context of arts organizations.
  • Demonstrate effective leadership skills through case studies and practical examples tailored to the arts and cultural sector.
  • Understand and evaluate governance structures, including the roles and responsibilities of boards, trustees, and advisory committees.
  • Examine the principles of ethical leadership and cultural responsibility within diverse arts environments.
  • Implement transformative governance and adaptive leadership practices to navigate change and innovation in the arts
  • Practice self-reflexion as a everyday acitivity to evaluate their own leadership qualities

Students completing this course will develop:

  • Critical Thinking Skills: Ability to assess complex organizational challenges and propose strategic, ethically informed solutions.
  • Leadership Proficiency: Skills to lead diverse teams and initiatives effectively in the arts sector.
  • Governance Knowledge: Expertise in understanding and managing governance structures in arts organizations.
  • Cultural and Ethical Awareness: Sensitivity to the cultural responsibilities of arts leaders and their role in promoting diversity and inclusion.
  • Adaptability: Readiness to embrace innovation and respond dynamically to changes in the arts and cultural landscape.
  • Self-Evaluation: Skills to constantly reflect their own leadership practice
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