Course Overview

About This Course

The Graduate Diploma of Arts Management is the second exit point within AIM's Master of Arts & Entertainment Management course structure, completed after 4 study periods. The course provides a well-rounded education combining the principles of business management with the unique demands and dynamics of the arts and entertainment sector, tailored for individuals who are passionate about the arts and aspire to manage, promote and innovate within the industry. Students who complete this stage may exit with the Graduate Diploma or continue their studies toward the full Master's award.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

120 King St, Melbourne, VIC 3000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic

Applicants are required to have a Bachelor's Degree.
Applicants are required to attend an interview and provide a 300-500 word personal statement explaining their interest in Entertainment Management and any previous experience in the field.

International

Applicants are required to provide evidence of a Bachelor's degree and satisfy minimum standard English requirements.
Applicants are required to attend an interview and provide a 300-500 word personal statement explaining their interest in Entertainment Management and any previous experience in the field.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates have access to career options across arts administration, arts leadership, entertainment management, venue and label management, artist management, tour management, arts marketing, and arts writing, with the option to continue studying toward the full Master of Arts & Entertainment Management award.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this course lead to a Master of Music?

Yes. The Graduate Diploma of Music can be pursued as a standalone postgraduate qualification or as a pathway into the Master of Music, positioning you to step into advanced research, lead with creative authority, and shape the future of your field.

What are the tuition fees for the Graduate Diploma of Music?

The indicative annual course fees are $7,652 per Study Period, with an indicative total course fee of $30,608 across four study periods. Fees are subject to change by AIM without notice, and FEE-HELP is available for eligible students.

Is this course available to international students?

No. The Graduate Diploma of Music is only available to domestic students.

What elective units can I choose from during the Graduate Diploma of Music?

Throughout the degree, you will complete two elective units chosen from a range of options including Graduate Music and Sound for Media, Graduate Special Project, Graduate Production, Graduate Australian Music, Graduate Teaching Techniques for Early or Adult Learners, and a suite of arts management units covering cultural policy, marketing and PR, ethics and governance, copyright law, managing innovation, executive leadership, and cultivating creativity, pending availability.

What are the entry requirements for the Graduate Diploma of Music?

Domestic applicants are required to hold a Bachelor's Degree and have relevant professional experience in the musical field. Applicants are also required to attend an interview or live audition and provide a portfolio of two contrasting items in their field of interest.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

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Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

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