Total number of units = 16
plus
of which:
at least 9 must be from the elective units listed below, with no more than 3 of these units from Group F
up to 3 may be from the remaining listed elective units (with the exception of Group F) or from any currently endorsed Certificate IV or above training package qualification or accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the overall integrity of the AQF alignment, not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification, and contribute to a valid industry-supported vocational outcome.
Where relevant, the choice of elective units set out in the packaging rules above can serve to provide the qualification with one of the following specialisations. The rules to achieve a specialisation are detailed at qualification end.
Performance
Creation and Composition
Music Tuition
Sound Production
Business
Core units
CUACMP511 Manage copyright arrangements
CUAIND412 Provide freelance services
CUAIND512 Enhance professional practice using creative arts industry knowledge
CUAMWB401 Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries
Elective units
Group A - Performance
CUAMCP411 Develop techniques for arranging music
CUAMCP412 Compose musical pieces
CUAMCP511 Compose music using music technology
CUAMCP512 Compose music for screen
CUAMCP513 Prepare compositions for publishing and performance
CUAMPF411 Rehearse music for group performances
CUAMPF412 Develop and apply stagecraft skills
CUAMPF413 Develop repertoire as part of a backup group
CUAMPF416 Perform music as a soloist
CUAMPF418 Develop performance techniques on a second instrument
CUAMPF511 Develop programs for performances
CUAMPF512 Use interactive technology in performances
CUAMPF513 Perform solo accompaniment
CUAMPF514 Perform improvisation for audiences
CUAMPF515 Develop instrumental techniques and expand repertoire
CUAMPF516 Prepare for and perform live auditions
CUAMPF517 Provide musical leadership in performances
Group B - Creation and composition
CUAMCP411 Develop techniques for arranging music
CUAMCP412 Compose musical pieces
CUAMCP511 Compose music using music technology
CUAMCP512 Compose music for screen
CUAMCP513 Prepare compositions for publishing and performance
CUAMLT402 Articulate ideas about music
CUAMPF515 Develop instrumental techniques and expand repertoire
CUASOU504 Produce sound recordings
CUASOU513 Develop sound designs
Group C - Music Tuition
CUALED501 Provide instrumental or vocal tuition
CUALED502 Provide tuition for composition
CUAMLT402 Articulate ideas about music
CUAMLT511 Refine aural perception and memory skills
CUAMPF420 Perform music from written notation
Group D - Sound Production
CUAMCP411 Develop techniques for arranging music
CUAMCP412 Compose musical pieces
CUAMCP511 Compose music using music technology
CUAMCP512 Compose music for screen
CUAPOS412 Manage media assets
CUASOU410 Record sound on location
CUASOU413 Manage audio system control networks
CUASOU414 Manage wireless audio operations
CUASOU417 Edit sound
CUASOU418 Edit dialogue
CUASOU419 Mix recorded music
CUASOU421 Mix audio for live productions
CUASOU422 Reproduce sound for post-production
CUASOU504 Produce sound recordings
CUASOU505 Implement sound designs
CUASOU506 Create a final sound balance
CUASOU511 Manage audio operations for outdoor events
CUASOU512 Manage operation of stage monitor systems
CUASOU513 Develop sound designs
CUASOU517 Compile music for soundtracks
Group E - Business
BSBCRT512 Originate and develop concepts
BSBESB402 Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures
BSBMKG546 Develop social media engagement plans
BSBMKG548 Forecast international market and business needs
BSBMKG549 Profile and analyse consumer behaviour for international markets
BSBMKG550 Promote products and services to international markets
BSBMKG553 Develop public relations campaigns
BSBPEF501 Manage personal and professional development
CUAFIM511 Source funding for projects
CUAFOH511 Manage front of house services
CUAMGT404 Administer artists’ royalty income
CUAMGT411 Manage distribution of music and associated products
CUAMGT412 Administer music publishing income
CUAMGT413 Manage licensing and assignment of works
CUAMGT511 Manage artists and their careers
CUAMGT512 Identify and develop new music artists
CUAMKG511 Manage the promotion of creative acts
CUAPPM433 Coordinate touring arrangements
CUAPUR511 Establish and manage recording contracts
FNSORG501 Develop and manage a budget
SITEEVT007 Select event venues and sites
SITEEVT012 Develop event concepts
SITXGLC001 Research and comply with regulatory requirements
Group F - General
BSBCRT413 Collaborate in creative processes
BSBFIN501 Manage budgets and financial plans
BSBMKG541 Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities
BSBMKG542 Establish and monitor the marketing mix
BSBMKG543 Plan and interpret market research
BSBMKG547 Develop strategies to monetise digital engagement
BSBMKG549 Profile and analyse consumer behaviour for international markets
BSBMKG552 Design and develop marketing communication plans
BSBMKG553 Develop public relations campaigns
BSBOPS505 Manage organisational customer service
BSBPEF501 Manage personal and professional development
BSBPMG430 Undertake project work
BSBSTR501 Establish innovative work environments
BSBTEC501 Develop and implement an e-commerce strategy
BSBWHS411 Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs
BSBWHS512 Contribute to managing work-related psychological health and safety
CUABRT415 Provide technical support during virtual and hybrid events
CUABRT502 Manage and operate technical requirements for virtual and hybrid events
CUADES511 Implement design solutions
CUADES523 Design virtual and hybrid events
CUALGT413 Set up and operate lighting cues and effects
CUALGT512 Manage installation of lighting systems
CUALGT513 Manage lighting operations for outdoor events
CUAMWB402 Manage feedback on creative practice
CUAMWB403 Prepare to work with confronting material and processes in the creative industries
CUAPPR512 Develop sustainability of own professional practice
CUARES502 Critique cultural works
CUAWRT503 Write about music
SITEEVT008 Manage event staging components
SITEEVT009 Organise event infrastructure
SITEEVT010 Manage on-site event operations
SITXMPR006 Obtain and manage sponsorship
Specialisations
The achievement of a specialisation will be identified on testamurs as follows:
CUA50820 Diploma of Music (Performance)
CUA50820 Diploma of Music (Creation and Composition)
CUA50820 Diploma of Music (Music Tuition)
CUA50820 Diploma of Music (Sound Production)
CUA50820 Diploma of Music (Business)
Packaging rules to achieve a specialisation
Performance
5 Group A elective units coded CUAMPF must be selected
Creation and Composition
5 Group B elective units must be selected
Music Tuition
4 Group C elective units must be selected
Sound Production
5 Group D elective units coded CUASOU must be selected
Business
5 Group E elective units must be selected, at least 3 of which must be coded CUA
