The interdisciplinary concentration in arts management is approachable by studio art, art history, music, theatre and dance majors or minors. The concentration combines artistic sensibilities with business acumen.
With a strong focus on non-profit performing arts organizations and museums, students study a broad spectrum of topics including:
- organizational leadership and behavior
- marketing
- philanthropy
- artistic leadership
- curatorial education
- operations
- financial and legal issues
- research and strategic planning
Students enjoy guest lectures by local and national arts leaders and trips to regional museums and arts organizations. In both settings, students gain a better understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing today's cultural institutions. An internship component offers students the opportunity to spend an extended period of time working for an arts organization.
Students who concentrate in arts management are well prepared for graduate study or careers in the non-profit, education, government or commercial sectors.
To learn more about studying arts management at the University of Richmond, contact us.
