Heritage Manager Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Heritage Manager:

  • A degree in a discipline such as heritage, archive or museum studies, archaeology, history, art conservation, history of art, fine art, visual art, marketing or business studies.
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Good communication skills and the ability to explain complex concepts to visitors
  • Commercial awareness
  • Planning and project management experience.
  • Enthusiasm for learning
  • Genuine interest in and understanding of the heritage sector, plus awareness of related current political agendas
  • Ability to deal effectively with a range of people

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Heritage Manager skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Heritage Manager roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.