EMPOWERING A NEW WAVE OF ARTS PROFESSIONALS

The Master of Fine Arts degree (MFA) in Arts Leadership is a collaboration between the Department of Fine Arts and the Center for Nonprofit and Social Enterprise Management. The program provides future arts leaders with an opportunity to merge the latest management practices of nonprofit organizations with the specific skills necessary to lead complex arts organizations.

MFA students work alongside arts management professionals in local performing and visual arts organizations throughout this two-year, year-round program. Coursework includes strategic planning, marketing, fundraising, budgeting/finance, advocacy, program development and community relations. The blend of classroom instruction and hands-on practical experience prepares students for challenging arts leadership positions.

With evening and weekend course offerings, students can maintain full-time employment while enrolled in this innovative program. Classes will be taught by Fine Arts and Nonprofit Leadership faculty as well as professional guest faculty members from the leadership of Puget Sound arts organizations. Students will have the opportunity to participate in a series of scholarly and practical activities, which will result in a combination of knowledge and experience necessary to compete in today’s job market.