Xiuliang Song

Within the transformative context of the global cultural and creative industries, the role of the arts manager has evolved from administrator to strategic leader, entrepreneur, and community facilitator. This necessitates a fundamental re-evaluation of professional training paradigms. This paper synthesizes extant literature and practice-based analyses to construct a comprehensive framework for cultivating the core competencies required for contemporary arts management professionals. Identifying five interconnected competency clusters—Strategic Vision & Critical Thinking, Project Management & Logistical Execution, Audience Engagement & Digital Literacy, Financial Acumen & Entrepreneurialism, and Ethical Leadership & Collaborative Practice—the paper posits exhibition curation as a critical pedagogical nexus for integrated competency development. Through a detailed examination of the exhibition lifecycle, the paper delineates how this multifaceted practice serves as a microcosm of the cultural sector's demands. It further proposes innovative, experiential pedagogical strategies—including deep Project-Based Learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and structured industry immersion—and addresses prevailing challenges in academia. The paper concludes by advocating for an agile, hybrid educational model that bridges theory, practice, and ethics to prepare future professionals for leadership in an increasingly complex and dynamic field.

Cultural and Creative Industries; Arts Management Education; Core Competencies; Talent Development; Exhibition Curation Practice; Experiential Learning; Interdisciplinary Pedagogy

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