Overview
Arts administration, also called arts management, is a field of study providing graduates with the tools to create, develop, facilitate, and evaluate arts and cultural programs and organizations. Arts administration offers a viable and rewarding career path for thousands of people across the globe.
The certificate in arts administration at Sheridan College will provide a personalized, interdisciplinary education in arts administration, developing well-rounded professionals employable in any arts discipline.
Why Sheridan College?
- Apply knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to external experiential learning opportunities.
- Our Arts Administration program is the only one in the region.
- Learn from nationally recognized instructors in a state-of-the-art facility – Whitney Center for the Arts.
- Strong community connections to vibrant local arts organizations.
Curriculum
Certificate of Completion
The certificate in arts administration will provide a personalized, interdisciplinary education in arts administration, developing well-rounded professionals employable in any arts discipline.
Program Outcomes
- Develop arts advocacy skills.
- Apply knowledge and skills learned in the classroom to external experiential learning opportunities.
- Communicate using written, oral, and visual communication skills.
Note: This program does not qualify for federal financial aid.
Careers & Industry Outlook
Arts Administration graduates find employment in a variety of fields. According to Americans for the Arts, 702,771 businesses are involved in the creation or distribution of the arts in the U.S., and they collectively employ 2.9 million people. Moreover, the National Endowment for the Arts reports that the non-profit arts sector generates $135 billion for the economy, which has led to 4.1 million jobs.
Industry
- According to the National Endowment for the Arts, the non-profit arts sector generates $135 billion for the economy, which has led to 4.1 million jobs.
Job Types
Earning a Certificate of Arts Administration from Sheridan College will allow you to work in marketing, management, educational outreach, fundraising, community arts, and more. Arts Administrators work in:
| Museums |
| Think Tanks |
| Artist Residencies |
| Galleries |
| Festivals |
| Orchestras |
| Foundations |
| Arts Councils |
| Theater Companies |
| Dance Companies |
| Presenting Organizations |
| Opera Companies |
| Cultural Ministries |
| Arts Education Centers |
Scholarships
We make it easy. $3.7 million in scholarships awarded annually.
Financial Aid
Let us help you navigate the numerous financial aid opportunities available.
Faculty
Sheridan College is committed to being community-focused and our Art Administration program is yet another stellar example of our regional integration. We have partnered with local arts organizations and community leaders to develop the kinds of real life educational experiences needed to excel in this field.
