1. connect support lead the way EMU MEETING 20 May 2009, Linz

2. connect support lead the way ASMS ASSOCIATION OF SWISS MUSIC SCHOOLS

3. connect support lead the way OUR VISION Connect, support, lead the way.

4. connect support lead the way Educational policy The ASMS initiates and implements educational and cultural policy topics. Lobbying/Network The ASMS promotes the reputation of the music schools. The ASMS creates networks and platforms in order to embed the music schools in the public awareness. PR/Marketing Trough its publications, the ASMS serves as an information hub and provides impulses for the public discussion in education and culture. Support The ASMS supports its members with a wide range of services.

5. connect support lead the way Organizational chart

6. connect support lead the way Figures 400 music schools 12,500 instructors 250,000 students Turnover approx. CHF 700 million 6

7. connect support lead the way Lobbying, SMZ, Counselling, Basic training, Research, FMB, quarte, SUISA, Pro Litteris

8. connect support lead the way Structure 1.Umbrella association 26 cantons 2.Board 3.Secretariat 8

9. connect support lead the way Swiss education landscape with 26 cantons HarmoS, day schools, etc. Initiative 9

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11. connect support lead the way THE 1ST SWISS MUSIC SCHOOL LABEL quarte is the first process-oriented management system developed especially for music schools. quarte is structured into three modules. 11

12. connect support lead the way 12 Support Infrastructure Finance and accounting Management Strategy developement Management/controlling Staff development Communication Performance Organization of instruction Music instruction Promotion/assistance Concerts PR/Marketing

13. connect support lead the way Goals The quarte certification procedure seeks to 1.secure and further develop the quality of music school offerings by providing minimum standards, 2.achieve transparency for stakeholders (authorities, students, parents, instructors, etc.), and 3.create a foundation for decisions by authorities (subsidies, etc.). 13

14. connect support lead the way Recognition quarte certificates 1.are recognized throughout Switzerland, 2.are valid for 3 years. To encourage continuous development, recertification takes place after 3 years. 14

15. connect support lead the way Education - Bern University of the Arts Self-management - Leadership - Project management - Traineeships - Master’s thesis 15

16. connect support lead the way 16 11 connect support lead the way Thank you for your interest. Your ASMS Board