Overview

Learning outcomes

The Master of Arts degree in Arts and Cultural Management offered by Michigan State University prepares students for leadership positions related to the management and advocacy of arts and cultural organizations or industry dimensions of an artistic and humanistic entrepreneurial career

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public Communications in Arts, Cultural and Museum Management

Event Management and Design for Arts and Culture

School and Community Education in Arts and Cultural Management

Operations and Facilities Management in Arts and Cultural Management

Development and Fundraising Theory and Practice for Arts, Cultural and Museum Management

Non-Profit Law for Arts, Cultural, and Museum Management

Practicum in Arts and Cultural Management

Arts and Cultural Management Experience

Independent Study

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

East Lansing, United States

Disciplines

Management of Creative Industries View 41 other Masters in Management of Creative Industries in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A baccalaureate degree, with a cumulative grade–point average of at least 3.00 in the junior and senior years of the baccalaureate degree program.

MSU Graduate application

A writing sample

A portfolio that demonstrates professional experience/interest related to Arts, Cultural Management and/or Museum Studies—A compilation of evidence (documents, videos, website, photos, brochures etc) showing what you’ve done that helps us see if you are a good fit for the program

Letters of Recommendation (3)

Transcripts

CV or resume

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

53220 USD / year

≈ 53220 USD / year
Out-of-State

53220 USD / year

≈ 53220 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

28110 USD / year

≈ 28110 USD / year

Living costs

East Lansing

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Learning outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

East Lansing

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

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