The Museum Manager's Compendium
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This book presents a treasure trove of definitions, diagrams, processes, choices, and worksheets, in major areas of museum management. Collectively, they reflect the literature and contributions of some of the field's best thinkers. The resources distill half a century of museum experience over hundreds of projects done by scores of talents and experts internationally for all types of museums. It is a must-own reference book for every museum professional responsible for decisions and implementation.
Opportunities in Museum Careers
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Tells students what each profession is all about and the various job opportunities available. Provides information on educational requirements, salary opportunities, career advancement, and the employment outlook.
So You Want to Work in a Museum?
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People who love art, are fascinated by archaeology, or are history buffs may have considered the idea of working in a museum. But experience as a museum visitor reveals only the public-facing side of the museum, and not its complex, dynamic internal structure. After reading this book, readers will be able to: Understand how non-profit museums are governed, funded, and staffed, and how they define and meet their missions; Explore museum divisions and departments and specific roles within them; Consider the contemporary function of museums, and how yesterday's cabinets of curiosity have evolved into today's community catalysts. Examine how the contemporary function of museums has affected the types of positions available and the work museum staff do on a daily basis; And much more.