Northeastern University

Overview

Arts Administration and Cultural Entrepreneurship equips aspiring leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage arts organizations, develop audience-centered programming, and establish sustainable cultural enterprises. This program merges principles of arts leadership, strategic planning, and practical entrepreneurial techniques, all delivered entirely online, with the option to select on-campus electives.

• Degree: Master of Science (MSc)
• Programme title: Arts Administration and Cultural Entrepreneurship
• Delivery: 100% online (with optional on-campus electives)
• Credits: Typically between 30 and 36 credits (please verify in the programme plan)
• Duration: Commonly 24 months, depending on course load (confirm with the university)
• Language of instruction: English
• Application: Complete an online application with necessary documents

What you'll study

The curriculum integrates essential coursework in arts leadership and administration with modules focused on entrepreneurship and fundraising, enhanced by experiential learning opportunities and applied projects.

Key course areas include:

• Arts leadership and organizational planning
  • Arts and Culture Organizational Leadership
  • Planning for Arts and Cultural Organizations
• Experiential learning
  • Experiential Study in Arts Administration
• Audience, community, and cultural entrepreneurship
  • Programming and Community Engagement for Cultural Entrepreneurs
  • Building Value Through Cultural Enterprise
• Funding and resource development
  • Fundraising in the Arts

Applied learning: Students engage in project-based work that fosters the development of practical skills in arts management and cultural entrepreneurship. Depending on the term and study plan, electives and on-campus options may be available.

Curriculum details: For comprehensive information regarding the module list, sequencing, and any capstone or thesis requirements, please refer to the official programme curriculum on the university website.

Entry requirements

Admission to the program is competitive and evaluates both academic qualifications and the quality of application materials.

Academic requirements

• Minimum GPA: A minimum GPA is required (specific threshold may vary based on applicant profile—please confirm with the programme admissions page).
• Previous degree: Typically, a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required.

English language requirements (for non-native speakers)

• Duolingo English Test: Minimum score of 130
• TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 100
• IELTS: Minimum score of 7.0

Other requirements

• Completed application form
• Application fee
• Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions
• Three letters of recommendation
• Resume/CV
• Personal statement
• English test scores (if applicable) for international applicants

Career prospects

Graduates of the Arts Administration and Cultural Entrepreneurship program are well-prepared to pursue various career paths within the arts sector. They can take on roles in arts organizations, cultural institutions, and creative enterprises, leveraging their expertise in management, programming, and community engagement to shape the cultural landscape.