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Master of Arts Leadership
- Houston, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Interdisciplinary master's in managing arts organisations.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically analyse advanced concepts and current developments in Arts Leadership. Select and apply relevant analytical
- Research or professional methods. Present evidence-based findings and manage complex specialist projects.
Career outcomes
- Arts administration in nonprofit
- Government
- Entrepreneurial and for-profit sectors
Curriculum
- 36 Semester credit hours: 15 of required specialty courses
- 3 Of prescribed electives
- 12 Of free electives and 6 of practicum with 300 hours in a Houston-area arts organisation. Sample courses include fundamentals and strategic planning for the arts
- Fundraising for the arts
- and leading change.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited US institution or a recognised equivalent
- Requirements set by each programme (holistic review: statement
- CV
- 3 Recommendation letters).
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited US institution or a recognised equivalent.
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
- Recommendation Letters
- Curriculum Vitae
- Academic Transcripts.
How to apply
- Check the programme requirements and deadline on the Graduate School deadlines page. Deadlines are set by each programme. Apply online to the programme. Upload the bachelor's degree records
- Statement
- CV and three recommendation letters
- Plus English proof (TOEFL iBT 79
- IELTS 5
- Duolingo 105 or PTE Academic . Receive the offer from the programme. Get the I-20 using the Graduate School I-20 funds calculator and apply for the F-1 student visa.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $17,096 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $90 USD |
| Deposit | $3,400 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Main Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts |
| Department | School of Art |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 36 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | The provider lists scholarship opportunities. Programme eligibility, Intake coverage and award value depend on the specific scholarship rules. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $17,096 USD per year. The application fee is $90 USD. The deposit is $3,400 USD. The estimated living cost is $15,650 USD.
A portfolio is required.