Course content.
Redefine artistic production management. This minor gives you an opportunity to explore new forms of production management which extend beyond merely coordinating working processes. In this central interface function as a production manager, funding is just as much a part of a project as negotiating cooperation agreements. Moreover, you will question the traditional hierarchical structures and new collective working models which tackle the issue of working structure differently time and again due to their composition. In this minor, you will not only learn about production processes but you will also be actively involved in the design process. The input on funding systems, project applications as well as diffusion strategies rounds off the minor effectively. This practice-based minor enables you to compile a project dossier and will prepare you to take on responsibility in the performative arts in the capacity of a production manager.

The minor, offered by the Theatre discipline, is taught in German and English and aimed at Bachelor’ and Master’s students. The combination possibilities of this minor with a major are listed in the PDF below. The minor is offered alternately.

Skills acquired in the course.
–  Good basic knowledge of project design, development and implementation, which is applied in practical situations
–  Knowledge of funding systems in the German-speaking area in the theatre landscape and beyond
–  Strategies and methods of analysis, positioning and formulation of project or self-marketing, including the related legal aspects

Admissions requirements.
This minor is open to all Bachelor’s and Master’s students. To gain admission to this minor, you need to have an original project idea in order for you to apply what you learn. 

Language skills required.
You need the following languages to take this minor:
–  German: to be able to follow a discussion
–  German or English: to actively participate in a verbal exchange
–  German: to understand a text
–  German or English: to write a text

Benefits of studying at ZHdK.
–  Practice-related and tailored to each individual project
–  Helpful input on the topic of project funding and funding systems
–  Design and development of a project dossier
–  Knowledge of and discourse on the various forms of project management
–  Field studies within the scope of an excursion and interaction with guests using specific practical examples, including a one-week internship

→ More information about this minor (PDF download)

Minor Coordination

At ZHdK, students choose a Major. In addition to this core subject, they can choose one or two Minors to deepen or expand their major skills and knowledge across various disciplines. This wide choice of courses is unique in Europe and enables students to develop and sharpen their individual profile.