English in the Music Industry 2
Code | Completion | Credits | Range | Language Instruction | Semester |
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702HAP2 | ZK | 5 | 4T | English, Czech | summer |
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Learning outcomes of the course unit
Learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
After completing the course, students should be able to:
•demonstrate knowledge of key terms in the following areas: Arts Management, Arts Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Fundraising, Leadership skills, Budgeting, Legal issues.
• describe the system of EU copyright laws, its historical development and current issues
Skills and abilities
After completing the course, students should be able to:
•show improved English proficiency in all language competencies (reading, speaking, reading, listening)
•demonstrate ability to use selected transerable/soft skills, mainly professional /formal emailing and pitching a project
Mode of study
Seminar /tutorial (in class discussions) - 2 x 90 mins a week + independent study / preparation for class (cca 2 x 90 mins a week)
Prerequisites and co-requisites
Entry requirements and prerequisites:
•702HAP1 English for the Music industry (for students of Music Management) or B1+ level for students of other programmes.
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Course contents
Course schedule:
Tuesday session
Week 1 Introduction to course
Weeks 2-5 Email communication
Weeks 6-12 Pitching a project
Weeks 13+14 Pitch sessions
Wednesday session
Week 1 Introduction to course, course requirements and state exam review
Week 2 Fundrasing 1
Week 3 Fundraising 2
Week 4 Fundraising 2 (cont.)
Week 5 Pitching a project: Introduction
Week 6 Legal Issues 2: Copyright Laws
Week 7 Legal Issues 2: Copyright Laws (cont.)
Week 8 Arts Management 2
Week 9 Arts Marketing 2
Week 10 Arts Marketing 2 (cont.)
Week 11 Advertising 2
Week 12 Public Relations 2
Week 13 Budgeting 2
Week 14 Leadership Skills 2
Recommended or required reading
Primary (compulsory) study materials (interactive exercises, vsual and audio materials, readings, etc.) will be assigned in the Moodle course https://moodle.amu.cz/course/view.php?id=698.
Please note that additional texts may be assigned throughout the semester.
Recommended study materials:
•Byrnes, William J. Management and the Arts (4th edition). Amsterdam: Elsevier Focal Press. 2009.
•Thaine, Craig. Cambridge Academic English B1+ Intermediate. Student’s Book. CUP, 2012.
•Paterson, Ken. Oxford Grammar for EAP. Oxford: OUP, 2013.
Assessment methods and criteria
Assessment methods and breakdown:
Participation in class discussions 10%
Project pitch 30%
Pitch session feedback 10%
Vocabulary diary 20%
Reasearch paper 30%
Instructions and assessment rubrics for individual tasks will be uploaded
Course web page
https://moodle.amu.cz/course/view.php?id=698.
Note
Academic Dishonesty
AMU faculty do not tolerate cheating, plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishonesty. If you have not done so, you should read the
Please note that all of the work that you submit for this class must be your own. Plagiarism of any kind will not be tolerated under any circumstances and will result in an immediate “F” grade for the course. Any words and ideas that are not yours should be accompanied by full and complete citation. If you have any further questions dealing with academic honesty you must contact your instructor prior to the submission of any written assignment.
Schedule for winter semester 2020/2021:
The schedule has not yet been prepared
Schedule for summer semester 2020/2021:
06:00–08:0008:00–10:0010:00–12:0012:00–14:0014:00–16:0016:00–18:0018:00–20:0020:00–22:0022:00–24:00
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Tue | 12:30–14:00 | Klára BICANOVÁ | Room 219 Tržiště 20, Praha 1 (vchod z Rektorátu AMU, Malostranské nám. 12) |
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Wed | 14:15–15:45 | Klára BICANOVÁ | Room 219 Tržiště 20, Praha 1 (vchod z Rektorátu AMU, Malostranské nám. 12) |
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The subject is a part of the following study plans
- Music Production (Mg) - 2016/17 (required subject)