Program Overview
Pace University's MS in Arts and Entertainment Management equips students with the skills to succeed in the entertainment industry. The AACSB-accredited program combines practical experience with theoretical knowledge, taught by accomplished faculty and industry professionals. Graduates are prepared for careers in various roles within the entertainment industry, including agent, producer, and artistic director. The program emphasizes business and management skills, as well as specialized courses in entertainment law and social media marketing.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The MS in Arts and Entertainment Management is designed to equip students with the skills necessary to succeed in the entertainment industry. The program leverages Pace University's proximity to Broadway, major broadcast networks, film studios, arts and cultural organizations, and media companies to offer students an inside look at the industry's inner workings. The curriculum is taught by accomplished faculty and combines practical experience with theoretical knowledge. The program is AACSB-accredited, placing it among a select group of business schools.
Teaching:
The program features guest lectures from industry professionals.
Careers:
Graduates of the Arts and Entertainment Management program are prepared for careers in various roles within the entertainment industry, including:
- Agent for Artists, Performers, and Athletes
- Artistic Director
- Director or Patron Services
- Donors Relations Manager
- Executive Director
- Manager of Artistic Outreach
- Producer
- Production Coordinator
- Talent Manager
Other:
The program is one of only two AACSB-accredited programs in New York State. Students have the opportunity to attend Broadway shows, visit the headquarters of entertainment companies, and meet leaders in arts organizations. The program emphasizes the importance of business and management skills, including financial reporting, operations planning, staff scheduling, organizational development, and policy development. Students learn to analyze and respond to factors shaping the industry, including changing laws, technological advancements, union activities, cultural issues, and domestic and international trends. The curriculum includes a balance of business and management courses, along with specialized courses like Entertainment Law and Negotiations and Social Media Marketing.
