For the first time in Hong Kong, this intensive course addresses key issues of business practice within the art world such as: strategy, marketing, financial management and operations, as well as governance and leadership. The course is designed for those who want to enhance their competitive edge in today's art market. Participants gain the latest thinking in business management in the art world via lectures, case studies and practical sessions. Speakers include both faculty and renowned business leaders in the field. The course is designed for those who want to enhance their competitive edge in today's art market.

Executive Education programmes at Sotheby's Institute of Art offer art professionals an exclusive opportunity to reach new levels of business management within the art world. Aligned with Sotheby's Institute's hands-on approach, participants gain the latest thinking and insights via lectures, case studies and visits to leading galleries. Invited speakers include both academic and business school faculty and renowned business leaders in the field.

These unique courses attract participants from around the world who are committed to strengthening their business skills and embracing the constant changes to the ecosystem. Participants develop a valuable international network, which often translates into shared artists and exhibitions and other business initiatives.

Dates: 23–27 April 2012
Time: 10.00am–5.00pm
Fee: 1,650 GBP (1,485 GBP if booked by 2 April 2012), lunch each day is included.
Venue: Hotel LKF
33 Wyndham Street
Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong
www.hotel-lkf.com.hk

A limited number of hotel rooms are reserved at a special rate for participants at Hotel LKF.

In some instances, faculty will require advanced preparation from course participants for specific sessions in order to be equipped for the non-stop week of presentations, workshops, case studies, panel discussions and visits to galleries in Hong Kong.

For more information, please contact Lyn Calzia: Tel: +44 (0)20 7462 3253 or e-mail: l.calzia@sothebysinstitute.com

About Sotheby's Institute of Art
For more than forty years Sotheby's Institute of Art has offered object-based, professionally-oriented education that draws creatively upon the resources of important art centers worldwide. At the Institute's campuses in London and New York graduate-level programs and courses actively engage students in the dynamic international art world. Sotheby's Institute of Art offers a variety of graduate programs, diplomas, semester courses, and summer study programs in London and New York. Applications are now accepted for entry in September 2012.

www.sothebysinstitute.com