MA in Arts Management

The Master of Arts in Arts Management program provides valuable experience and career-launching connections for a wide range of career paths. Our ties to the vibrant and dynamic Southern California arts community offer practical research on real issues and close interaction with experienced faculty. You will have a first-hand opportunity to master the skills and knowledge to shape the future of arts organizations regionally, nationally, and globally.
Turn your passion into your profession. Arts institutions in the for and nonprofit sectors are seeking capable managers with an understanding of the arts, culture, business, and leadership to head museums, manage theatre and dance companies, lead music and arts education organizations, and advocate for the future of the arts. The Arts Management program blends the best of the Drucker School of Management and the School of Arts and Humanities to balance business courses with graduate level courses in the study of culture, history, and the arts.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• You can explore all options, encompassing for-profit and nonprofit organizational structures in all disciplines.
• Complete your degree in three semesters or customize the time it takes to fit your professional and personal commitments.
• The personalized, seminar-style learning environment includes coursework in arts organization dynamics, legal foundations, fundraising, finance, and other essential topics.
• Study arts management in an international context through our field travel practicum completed in the spring semester.
• Take electives throughout the university to tailor your studies to your career goals.
• Fellowships and federal work-study opportunities are available.