Our Master of Arts in Arts Administration (MAAA) curriculum will provide you with the foundational skills, core knowledge, and practical expertise you need to become an effective arts leader.
Gain the skills you need to become an influential arts leader
Complete your master’s degree in only three semesters
You can complete all course work in three to four semesters, plus a 280-hour internship and three 50-hour practicum projects. The curriculum requires a total of 45 credits for graduation. Of these, 18 credits are earned through core courses, 15 credits through management and policy areas, 12 credits through elective courses, and the 0-credit internship and practicum experiential learning requirements. All students enter the program in the fall semester.
Tailor your degree to your interests and career goals with elective courses
As part of the Master of Arts in Arts Administration program, you will complete 12 hours of elective credit. Elective courses must be graduate level (500+) and can be taken through any academic program on campus. With electives in non-profit management, art history, theatre, and more, you are sure to find the perfect course to meet your interests and career goals. You can even turn your electives into a second degree—take MPA courses as elective credits and begin working toward your MPA-MAAA degree!
Get out of the classroom
Apply your knowledge in real-world arts organizations and build your resume through practicum projects and internships as part of your experiential requirement. Our students gain career experience across the globe, in diverse arts-related institutions, organizations, and events.
Explore your curriculum and elective options
Master the fundamentals with coursework covering:
- Organizational Behavior
- Financial Management
- Marketing and Audience Development
- Fund Development
- Legal Issues
Build your skills with coursework covering:
- Performing Arts Management
- Visual Arts Management
- Arts Policy
- Community Building
- Technology Management
Explore your interests with any 500+ level course offered at IU Bloomington.
Complete a 280-hour internship as well as three, 50-hour practicum projects to build your professional skills—and your professional network.
For a complete listing of our course options, see the current curriculum and work with your advisor as you make your schedule.