Program Timeline

Our M.A. in Arts Administration is designed for those who want to work full-time while they complete their degree. Most students complete the 43-credit program in 2-4 years with three years being the most common. The number of credits taken each semester determines how long it takes to complete the program.

No two students have the same backgrounds, goals, and needs, but this is an example of a path through the M.A.A.A. program.

First year:

Intro to Arts Administration
Leadership
Writing and Research
Marketing
Finance

Second Year:

Arts and Public Policy
Fundraising
Arts and the Law
Elective
Elective

Third Year:

International Arts Policy
Grantsmanship
Cultural Ecosystems
Major Paper
Elective
Elective

Electives include:

Performing Arts Management
Visual Arts Management
Entrepreneurship and New Ventures
Independent Study
Arts Education
Courses can also be taken in other graduate programs

All M.A.A.A. courses are 3 credits except for Grantsmanship, which is 1 credit.

Each year, students have the opportunity to participate in an on-site residency at Goucher College where faculty, students, and guest speakers learn together.

Semester Start Dates

Spring 2020: February 3rd (online)