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Graduate Certificate in Arts and Culture Management

Lead in the creative sector with confidence. This program prepares you to manage and advocate for vibrant cultural organizations, from theaters to museums to community collectives. Learn to engage diverse audiences, build sustainable operations, and drive meaningful creative work. From community partnerships to strategic growth, you’ll gain the tools to keep the arts engaged and accessible. Sharpen skills including:

  • Design, price, execute and market well-planned programs and events
  • Write successful grant proposals
  • Build and sustain vibrant arts organizations through entrepreneurial vision and techniques.
  • Assess data to measure organizational success

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Top-ranked, career-focused education in a flexible online format.

At a Glance

Classes Next Begin
June 16

Term Length
10 Weeks

4 Course Certificate
Tuition

$13,744

6 Course Certificate
Tuition

$20,616

Format
Asynchronous and Hybrid Online

Admission Details
Free Application. No GRE or GMAT

How Long to Finish
As quickly as 6 months. Access a sample schedule

How Long to Finish
As quickly as 9 months. Access a sample schedule

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University College is committed to educational access, and given the difficult circumstances currently impacting millions of people, we are waiving application fees.

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Curriculum

Specialized Graduate Certificate in Arts and Culture Management requires completion of 16 credit hours (4 courses).

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Concentration Courses
Concentration Courses

Focus on a specific professional area within the larger industry sector and master the skills needed to excel in that area.

MALS 4285 Basics of Arts and Culture Marketing
MALS 4475 Organizational Vibrancy and Measurement
MALS 4480 Arts and Culture: Best Practices and Practical Skills
MALS 4490 Arts and Culture Programs for Social Impact

Graduate Certificate in Arts and Culture Management requires completion of 24 credit hours (6 courses).

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Concentration Courses
 
 
2
Elective Courses
 

Concentration Courses

Focus on a specific professional area within the larger industry sector and master the skills needed to excel in that area.

MALS 4285 Basics of Arts and Culture Marketing
MALS 4475 Organizational Vibrancy and Measurement
MALS 4480 Arts and Culture: Best Practices and Practical Skills
MALS 4490 Arts and Culture Programs for Social Impact

Elective Courses

Popular electives for students in the Arts and Culture Management program include:

MALS 4050 World Visual and Performance Art
MALS 4281 Event Planning
MALS 4284 Arts and Culture Entrepreneurship
MALS 4340 Arts and Culture Leadership for Social Change
MALS 4444 Emerging Trends in Visual and Performance Art
MALS 4470 Arts and Culture: History, Context, and Trends
MALS 4490 Arts and Culture Programs for Social Impact

Elective courses may be chosen from among non-core and concentration courses in the academic program, and you may also select courses in other College of Professional Studies graduate programs. Your academic advisor will help you select electives that align with your career and personal goals.

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Interested in a master’s degree?

Explore our Master of Arts in Arts and Culture Management.

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Career Opportunities

Select Job Titles

Arts Administrator
Arts Education Director
Operations Manager
Development Director
Event Planner/Promoter
Gallery Manager
Government Arts Program Manager
Cultural Programming Director

Arts Administrator Salary: National Average

$84,906

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College of Professional Studies students have access to University of Denver Career Services including:

  • One-on-one career coaching and mock interviews
  • A job database dedicated to DU students and alumni
  • Resume and cover letter guidance

Check out our jobs tool to explore job postings, salaries, and top companies in your geographic area.

Accreditation

 

Higher Learning Commission

College of Professional Studies programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.

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