Curriculum for Training Community Radio Station Managers

Published in 1999, this text provides guidelines for trainers as well as materials for trainees. It covers a range of issues, including the management of boards, finances, and staff and volunteers. It also explores fundraising and the development of policies and leadership.

Developed in partnership with staff of a number of community radio stations, the material is meant to be used by training providers as well as by stations who want to do in-house training.

The curriculum is targeted at people managing stations that have been on air for at least one year. Managing an off-air station is very different, requiring skills in leadership, community organising and volunteer management. On-air stations are work places as well as community based organisations, and the curriculum recognises the need for more formal management skills.

The following aspects of management are covered:

• Leadership
• Managing a Team
• Managing People
• Managing Volunteers
• Financial Management
• Fund-raising
• Marketing
• Boards and the Governance of Radio Stations
• Strategic Planning