Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore

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Course details

Explore key information about the 2-year MSc degree in Methods and Topics in Arts Management at Università Cattolica  

 

The MSc in Methods and Topics in Arts Management is a two-year programme.  

Each course includes ECTS credits (European Credit Transfer System).  

You can find full course syllabi on the university website by selecting the academic year, campus, and Faculty. 

First year

  • Accounting and Fundraising in the Arts - 6 ECTS 
  • Advanced Economics and Management of Arts - 12 ECTS 
  • Advanced English in the Cultural Industry or Italian Language (for not Italian students) - 6 ECTS 
  • Digital in the Arts or Design Thinking - 6 ECTS 
  • Law and the Arts - 6 ECTS 
  • Statistics for Arts Management - 6 ECTS 
  • Human Resource Management in the Arts Industry - 6 ECTS 
  • Theology Seminar 

Second year

  • Comparative Cultural Policy - 6 ECTS 
  • Internship or Cultural Research Study - 6 ECTS 
  • Performing and Visual Arts System - 12 ECTS 
  • Social Networks Theory and Analysis for the Cultural Sector - 6 ECTS or Strategy in the Arts (Entrepreneurship and International Buinsess in the Cultural field) - 6 ECTS 
  • Study Tour in the Visual and Performing Arts field - 12 ECTS 
  • Urban Cultural Studies - 6  ECTS 
  • Elective courses - 12  ECTS 
  • Thesis - 24  ECTS 

*Theology Seminar

Theology courses are seminars in religious studies that explore religious and ethical topics from an academic and cultural viewpoint, promoting thoughtful discussion across diverse traditions.
Graduates of the MSc in Methods and Topics in Arts Management can work in many roles across the arts and creative industries. Possible career paths include: 
  • Project manager in art institutions or creative companies 
  • Producer for cultural events and creative projects 
  • Fundraiser for cultural organizations or nonprofit arts programs 
  • HR advisor supporting artistic teams and creative professionals 
  • Marketing and communication specialist for museums, galleries, or creative brands 

This degree prepares students for careers that combine creativity, management, and strategy in both public and private cultural sectors. 

  • Classes start: September 15, 2026 (TBC) 
  • Preliminary courses in Management and Economics are held the week before the beginning of the classes 
  • The academic calendar for 2026/27 will be online in July (visit this page). 
  • A Welcome Event is usually held the week before classes begin. Details will be shared in early August. 
International students can join Italian language courses offered by SELDA (Servizio Linguistico d’Ateneo). These courses require a fee. 

 

To contact SELDA: 
  • Use the “Request for Information” form on the iCatt homepage