Course Description
Course Name
Management of Cultural Heritage
Session: VRMF3125
Hours & Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites & Language Level
An introductory-level Art History or Business or Management course or permission of the Instructor.
Taught In English
- There is no language prerequisite for courses at this language level.
Overview
Management of Cultural Heritage is a course in the ?the Business of Art? cycle that explores theoretical and ethical issues directly applicable to management decisions concerning cultural heritage sites impacted by modern tourism. Issues of authenticity, cultural identity, art ownership and enterprise, ideology and commoditization of art heritage, trade in art and antiquities, restitution and repatriation will be discussed in theoretical terms and in case study analysis and on-site visits. The aims of the course are to enable students to evaluate real situations of cultural heritage and tourism, and to exercise judgment in ethical issues involving cultural heritage.
*Course content subject to change