Introduction to Arts Administration

Catalog description

This course will introduce the "business of the arts," providing an overview of the careers in arts management, the type of work that arts managers do, and the current issues and trends impacting arts management professionals. The arts and cultural fields are increasingly collaborative and cross-disciplinary. Consequently, this course will draw on foundational professional business skills while developing creativity in understanding and presenting arts. The arts can shape individuals, engage current social issues, and build communities. Art administrators are expected to deliver a well-balanced approach to facilitate the arts sustainably and equitably. Designed with a strong emphasis on the practical skills required for the successful management of public, private, and commercial art institutions in the field, we will study, consider, and discuss examples of successful art projects, learn about not-for-profit structures, audience development, budgeting, and marketing, and understand how to plan, organize, and realize art events, projects, and exhibitions.