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Boston University\u2019s Master of Science (MS) in Arts Administration degree program is designed for students pursuing professional careers in arts organizations and businesses in all sectors, both domestically and internationally.<\/p>\n

Comprising advanced career practitioners who are experts in their respective areas, the Arts Administration master\u2019s program faculty serve as mentors to emerging leaders in the field. We cultivate both practical professional skills and intellectual curiosity in our students, while encouraging active engagement among our students and alumni across arts disciplines. Our students are diverse and international, and benefit from numerous opportunities to engage and network with a range of national and international companies and nonprofit organizations within the art world.<\/p>\n

The MS in Arts Administration program at Boston University is specifically designed to accommodate the schedules of working adults. Students will generally be able to complete all coursework on a part-time, evening basis. For part-time students, the master\u2019s program can be completed in approximately two calendar years. Full-time study toward the degree is also possible. International students are required to attend full-time and should be able to complete the program in 12 months. Please note that not every course will appear in any twelve-month cycle.<\/p>\n

The program emphasizes a global perspective. An International Travel Study Course is required for students from the US and highly encouraged for international students. International Travel Study Courses enable students to engage with world-renowned cultural leaders, museums, arts organizations, and artists. Using the resources of Boston University and its partnerships with other institutions abroad, recent courses have been offered in cultural destinations such as Barcelona, Spain; Dublin, Ireland; Brussels, Belgium; London, England; and Havana, Cuba.<\/p>\n

Four-course graduate certificate programs in Arts Management<\/a>, Arts Marketing<\/a>, Commercial Theater Development<\/a>, and Fundraising Management<\/a> are also available. Each certificate shares specific courses with the master\u2019s in Arts Administration program, giving you the option to take one or two certificates on your path to a master\u2019s degree. To be eligible for the degree, you must apply for admission and be accepted into the degree program. Consult with a graduate admissions advisor to learn more about these options.<\/p>\n

View our full list of Arts Administration courses<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Arts Administration Master\u2019s Degree Requirements<\/h2>\n

A total of 40 credits is required. Courses are 4 credits each unless indicated otherwise<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Group A: Required courses (16 credits)<\/h3>\n