Program Overview

Arts Administration Program

The Master of Arts in Arts Administration at Troy University is a unique program designed to prepare students for fulfilling careers in arts administration. This graduate program equips students with the skills to lead nonprofit arts organizations, such as museums, galleries, performing arts centers, and theatres.

Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Arts Administration program builds on the skills and knowledge gained through coursework in organizational leadership, human resource management, public relations, audience development, grant writing, and fundraising. Students gain expertise in fundraising for arts organizations, grant writing for nonprofits, financial management, marketing, and advocacy.

Program Details

• Degree Type: Graduate
• Application Deadline: Rolling
• Catalog Link: Available
• Program Locations: Troy Campus (residency required)

Arts Administration Courses

While specific courses may vary from year to year, the program includes:

• Grant Writing for Arts and Cultural Organizations
• Public Relations and Strategic Communication
• Concert Production and Promotion
• Fundraising and Advancement for Arts Organizations

Faculty Profiles

The program features expert faculty with extensive experience in public administration, grant writing, concert production, and gallery management. Faculty members include:

Dr. Michael Guo-Brennan

• Director of the Master of Public Administration program
• Associate Professor at TROY
• Over two decades of leadership experience in education, nonprofit, and government organizations

Dr. Kristin Ross

• Associate Professor of English
• Specializes in Victorian studies, feminist theory, and gender studies

Dr. Michael Slobodchikoff

• Professor of Political Science
• Founding director of the Center for Eastern and Central European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies

Dr. Diane Orlofsky

• Professor Emerita and Graduate Music Education Program Coordinator/Advisor
• Nearly 30 years of experience teaching music and music education

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program are prepared for a variety of arts administration jobs, including:

• Executive director
• Artistic director
• Audience development specialist
• Patron relations specialist
• Fund development officer
• Educational director

Program Structure

The Master of Arts in Arts Administration requires 36 credit hours and can be completed on a full-time or part-time schedule. An internship with a leading arts organization is a key component of the program, providing hands-on experience in arts management.

Admissions Requirements

To apply for the program, students need an accredited bachelor's degree in fine arts, performing arts, or humanities. The program welcomes both domestic and international students.

Demand for Graduates

The demand for leaders in nonprofit arts organizations is growing, with employment in fundraising and public relations management projected to grow 7% through 2033. Median annual wages for fundraising managers and public relations managers were $119,200 and $134,760, respectively, in May 2023.