Masters in Professional Arts Management (MBA) at Institute of Technology Carlow

This unique MBA (Masters of  Business Administration) Professional Arts Management is a postgraduate degree awarded to students who have mastered the study of business applied to the Arts sector. The MBA degree is one of the most prestigious and sought after degrees corresponding to a Level 9 Qualification (90 ECTS credits). It provides graduates with the opportunity to develop their skills in managing, funding and leading an arts organisation. It is a career enhancing post-experience qualification designed for students who want to learn how to  manage successful events, create comprehensive and practical business and marketing plans and organise relevant programmes that appeal to the Arts community.   

What will I be able to do when I finish the programme?

The programme will prepare students for various careers not just in the Arts but also in the world of Business. Internationally recognised, an MBA equips students with knowledge that can be applied to a variety of real world business solutions. Within the Arts there are many opportunities for employment, such as: arts centres, museums, arts marketing, education, dance companies, disability arts organisations, tourism, arts councils, local authorities, art galleries, community arts and arts festivals to mention a few.

What subjects will I study?

• Leadership and Strategy
• Strategic Business Finance
• Research Methods
• Corporate Governance
• Strategic HR Management
• Culturepreneurship
• Arts Entrepreneurship
• Funding and the Arts
• Marketing the Arts
• Dissertation
• Professional  Arts Management Project

Study & Career Opportunities

Graduates may pursue Level 10 (PhD) study opportunities upon successful completion of this programme.