Topic 1: Managing Performing Arts Organizations. Focuses on the business aspect of performing arts and, in particular, nonprofit, mission-based arts organizations with an emphasis on organizational structure; budget development and management; strategic planning; trustee development; trustee/staff relations; fundraising; marketing and publicity; audience development, development of outreach programming; box-office management; operations and human resources; and collective bargaining agreements/labor relations, and contract negotiation. Fine Arts 381 (Topic: Managing Performing Arts Organizations) and Fine Arts 381 (Topic 1) may not both be counted.

Topic 2: Philanthropy And The Arts. Examines sources, characteristics, and consequences of cultural philanthropy in the United States. Explores practical implications of how private philanthropy works for those engaged in seeking and awarding support. Compares different types of private funders, examines relationship of philanthropy to overall support for culture (including public subsidy and policy) and assesses impact of philanthropy on the arts. Exercises and cases will be used to translate broad themes to practical issues related to formulating and implementing strategies for seeking resources and supporting arts and culture. Fine Arts 381 (Topic: Philanthropy And The Arts) and Fine Arts 381 (Topic 2) may not both be counted.