ART AND DESIGN MANAGEMENT MA (BUDAPEST METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY)
| Name of Faculty | Faculty of Art and Creative Industries |
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Degree |
MA / Art and Design Manager |
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University type |
Private |
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Established |
2001 |
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Language of course |
English
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Erasmus |
Yes |
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Course duration |
4 semesters (2 years) |
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Intake |
September |
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Total course fee |
14.400 Euro |
Programme Introduction
This program is for you if you would like to be a cultural manager, if you are independent, if you have entrepreneurship affinity and good organizational skills, and if you have a good style both in writing and speaking. We expect graduates both from art and design programs and, design and art theory students. Also, we would love to have you in our program if you are coming from the field of economics or technology but are interested in the management of businesses in the field of culture.
Training overview
The first year:
- foundation subjects – mostly in theory
- contemporary art and design scene, institutional system
- insight into various projects (expos, festivals design studios)
- development of writing and presentation skills
- institution-specific skills e.g. exhibition, film festival, theatre management
The second year:
- economic knowledge and management skills
Main topics
- Contemporary Art Theory and History
- Contemporary Design
- Creative Industry
- Creative Thinking
- Critical Culture Research
- Curation
- Integrated Arts Practice
- Project Management
- 21st Century Art and Design Practice
Specialization
- Curatorial Studies
- Fashion Management
Specializations are launched only if the minimum number of students required apply.
Career opportunities
- manager, curator or art expert in art and design galleries, museums, cultural institutes
- PR and art advisor of companies
- project manager
- event or festival organizer
Fees
Tuition fee: €7.200 per year + one-time fees: Application fee €100, Deposit €750, Registration fee €100, Insurance fee €150
Required language proficiency
- Intermediate command of English (IELTS 6+ or TOEFL 79+ level, but no certificate required)
Application criteria
Undergraduate diploma (or higher); GPA: overall above 60 %
Required documents
A relevant portfolio is required. Application materials:
- motivation letter (300 words)
- abstract of your BA/BSc thesis in English (300 words)
- previous essays or articles, or summary of any former project management experience
- any works related to art and design.
- Please include a Statement of Ownership that verifies that all the materials included in the portfolio were created by you alone. In the case of collective work, please clearly indicate your personal contribution to the given project(s).
Every written material should be sent in PDF format.
