Evolution of Cultural Management and Policy in Europe

Since the 1990s, cultural management and policy in Europe have undergone transformative changes. This insightful book offers a comprehensive journey through that evolution, blending historical insights with an analysis of current trends to illuminate the future of the field. The book also highlights the pivotal role of cultural networks in shaping and advancing culture, creativity, and heritage, bridging academic inquiry with real-world practice. Through a focused case study on the European Network on Cultural Management and Policy, ENCATC, it provides a unique perspective on how networks shape policy and management strategies across Europe. A must-read for scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and students, this book delivers key insights into the ever-changing landscape of arts and cultural management.

GiannaLia Cogliandro Beyens is Secretary General of ENCATC.

Editorial GiannaLia Cogliandro Beyens 1. Cultural Management Education and Training - Historical Developments and Future Perspectives: Honouring 30 Years of ENCATC Network Annick Schramme, Milena Dragi-evi- Šeši- and Rod Fisher 2. Unravelling the Palimpsest of Transnational Networks in Cultural and Creative Sectors: Reflections on Networks, Politics, and Their Usages Carlotta Scioldo 3. Driving Innovation in Cultural Management Lluís Bonet