Ca' Foscari University of Venice

Overview

The Master's program in Innovation and Management of Culture and Creativity at Ca' Foscari University of Venice is designed to equip students with the skills necessary to manage innovation within cultural organizations, creative industries, and business collaborations. This English-taught course emphasizes practical and analytical competencies, enabling graduates to develop effective strategies, oversee projects, and assess the cultural and economic impacts of creativity.

Students may have the opportunity to pursue a joint or double degree with a partner university, contingent upon the selected mobility track.

• Degree: Master’s (MSc)
• Provider: Ca’ Foscari University of Venice – Venice School of Management (EQUIS-accredited)
• Location: Venice, Italy
• Language of instruction: English
• Format: On-campus
• Credits: 90 ECTS
• Duration: 24 months
• Admission: Limited-admission program; entry test required
• Double degree option: Available with a partner university (mobility track dependent)

What you'll study

This program integrates management knowledge with a focus on culture and creativity. The curriculum typically consists of core modules, electives, and applied learning experiences, culminating in a final project or assessment.

Indicative modules

• Brand and Luxury Management
• Creativity for Management
• Marketing and Management of Museums and Visual Arts
• Cultural Economics and Policy
• Data Analysis and Data Visualization
• Global Sourcing and Digital Human Cloud

Applied learning and assessment

• Engagement in case-based learning and project work with industry and cultural stakeholders
• Assessment methods may include written assignments, presentations, and a final project (confirm exact format during application)

Mobility / joint degree

• Students may have the option to follow a mobility track, potentially leading to a joint or double degree with a partner university, subject to eligibility and selection criteria.

Entry requirements

• Academic background: A minimum three-year undergraduate degree.
• Minimum GPA/CGPA: 70% (or equivalent).
• Relevant coursework: At least 60 ECTS in relevant fields, including:
  • At least 20 ECTS in Business, including one course in Business Economics
  • At least 40 ECTS across Economics, Law, and Mathematics/Statistics, with one course in each field
• English language proficiency:
  • IELTS: 5.5
  • TOEFL iBT: 72
  • PTE Academic: 59
• Additional documents: Motivation letter required.
• Selection process: Limited-admission program; entry test required.

Career prospects

Graduates of this program will be well-prepared for diverse career paths within cultural institutions, creative industries, and business environments. With the growing importance of innovation in these sectors, alumni can expect to find opportunities in project management, cultural policy, marketing, and more.

Upon completion of the Master's degree, students may also be eligible to apply for a post-study work permit in Italy, allowing them to gain practical experience in their field of study.