The MSc Arts & Cultural Management in detail
This Master of Science in Management is designed for young graduates or professionals looking to develop specific skill sets applied to the arts & cultural management sector.
Our Arts & Cultural Management program provides our students with 2 diplomas: an MSc from Paris School of Business and an MBA from IESA Arts&Culture.
This unique program is taught in partnership with IESA Arts&Culture, a leading European institution in arts management. Students will also take advantage of the vibrant cultural scene in Paris and in Europe.
Two tracks are offered based on the student's level of education (or most recent degree):
- 24-month track: designed for students holding a Bachelor's degree (3 or 4 years), with the option to complete the second year online.
- 18-month track: designed for students holding a Master’s degree, or a Bachelor’s degree (4 years) combined with at least 2 years of professional experience.
*Titre de Administrateur de projets culturels délivré par IESA Arts & Culture, NSF 310m, niveau 7 enregistré au RNCP sous le numéro 39360 par décision du Directeur Général de France Compétences du 20/07/2022
Program ambition
This program lead students to bring their passions to life, explore their creative side and become a concrete part of the world of Art and Culture.
Core teaching weaves together a range of different approaches applied to the cultural industries:
- high-level business management,
- creative entrepreneurship,
- art and culture fundraising,
- event management, curatorial practice,
- and creative marketing.
Professional studies are underpinned by courses on the history and business of art since 1860.
Strengths
Our hands-on approach to learning allows student to build and curate an artistic project in small groups.
This long-term project allows students to gain confidence in negotiating contracts, financing and cash-flow management, event management, art handling, exhibition design, communication, and audience outreach.
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Students
102
Associate professors
134
Nationalities
22 000
Alumni
*Paris Business School figures 2023
Head of specialization’s word
"This program is designed to empower young professionals with critical understanding of cultural strategies, management and leadership skills in order to thrive in the arts industries."
Program description
The program provides a unique space for students who are passionate about arts and culture to develop the business knowledge and skills to lead arts and culture organizations effectively and responsibly.
Via this multidisciplinary approach, students develop transversal arts and management skills, including fundraising and financial strategy, events management, Human Resource management, and creative marketing, audience outreach and mediation.
Gaining first-hand experience is a key component of the MSc program, and thanks to the school’s excellent location in Paris, the city becomes a classroom!
Students also participate in multiple professional activities and visits in other EU cities in order to gain in-depth knowledge of the European arts and cultural markets.
They experience total immersion in the arts and cultural industries thanks to business activities, learn first-hand from experts and industry leaders during company visits and expand your professional network.
The program concludes with a minimum 4-month internship in France or abroad.
Key Points
1.
Full immersion in the art and culture industry through multiple business study tours and partnership with IESA Arts&Culture
2.
Paris, one of the top arts and cultural capitals of the world
3.
100% in English
Program of the MSc Arts & Cultural Management
The total number of teaching hours is 525 hours for students entering with a four-year undergraduate degree (Bac+4 equivalent) and 705 hours for students entering with a three-year undergraduate degree (Bac+3 equivalent).
18 months
01. French Language
02. Public Relations & Developing Partnerships
03. Research Methodology
04. Study trip Berlin
05. Art Market Visits
06. Go No Go
07. Commenting on Art
08. Project Methodology
09. Art History visits
10. Analysis on Media
11. Economics Of The Art Market and Data Analytics
12. International Economics
13. IP Law
14. International Marketing
15. Innovation Challenge
16. Business Game
17. Modern Art History
18. International Business Strategy
01. Study trip Venice
02. Research Methodology
03. Study trip Madrid
04. Art Market Visits
05. Mounting/Curating Exhibitions
06. Project Methodology
07. Financing Cultural projects & Cultural Economics
08. International Finance
09. Museum, Art & Heritage: Preservation: Law and Policy
10. International Law and Business
11. Career Management
12. Contemporary Art History
13. Global Leadership and Management
14. Corporate Social Responsibility and Cultural Management
24 months
01. Public Relations & Developing Partnerships
02. Research Methodology
03. Study trip Berlin
04. Art Market Visits
05. Go No Go
06. Commenting on Art
07. Project Methodology
08. Art History visits
09. French Language
10. Analysis on Media
11. Economics Of The Art Market and Data Analytics
12. International Economics
13. IP Law
14. International Marketing
15. Innovation Challenge
16. Business Game
17. Modern Art History
18. International Business Strategy
01. Study trip Venice
02. Research Methodology
03. Study trip Madrid
04. Art Market Visits
05. Mounting/Curating Exhibitions
06. Project Methodology
07. Financing Cultural projects & Cultural Economics
08. International Finance
09. Museum, Art & Heritage: Preservation: Law and Policy
10. International Law and Business
11. Marketing Analytics
12. Market entry Strategies
13. Project and Change Management
14. Career Management
15. Contemporary Art History
16. Global Leadership and Management
17. Corporate Social Responsibility and Cultural Management
18. Corporate Branding & HR Marketing
19. Blue Ocean Strategy. Beyond Competing.
20. Innovation and Design Thinking
Admission to the MSc Arts & Cultural Management program
To be admitted onto the MSc Arts & Cultural Management program, candidates have to go through an examination procedure.
What to do after the course ?
Professional integration
Our goal is to provide students with the management and strategic thinking skills needed to succeed in this constantly evolving field.
This will enable them to meet the need for creative leaders in artistic agencies, culture networks, etc. Potential career opportunities include:
- Art Expert
- Artist Management
- Artistic Director
- Exhibition Curator
- Event Manager
The school does not offer any further courses after this diploma.
Testimony
I chose this program because it’s one of the few Masters focusing on arts. I saw the opportunity to develop my skills and knowledge in this area. The program offers courses and seminars allowing students to meet industry professionals and personally, which has helped me in my career.
This MSc gave me the tools and connections needed to achieve my dream of creating my own cultural motion design company: Movies in Motion. The project is iPad-based, via which people immerge themselves in the city like in a treasure hunt. These guided tours are a fun combination of technologies, videos, and games. Those tours are specially conceived to create funny educative experiences, easy to reach and meaningful.
Kristen GORDON
MSc Arts & Cultural Management
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Contact
For any questions regarding the MSc Arts & Cultural Management Program, please contact the Admissions Department.
Anne-Laure Galliano
Director of Promotion & Recruitment
recruitment@psbedu.paris