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Arts Leadership Graduate Certificate at University of Southern California

University of Southern California, United States

Programme overview

A two-semester graduate certificate for artists, arts administrators and cultural workers who want to develop leadership skills for arts organizations. It is based in the Thornton School of Music and is open to students from any arts discipline, with emphasis on research, theory and current practice under faculty mentorship.

Faculty: Thornton School of Music  |  Duration: Two semesters (minimum 18 units)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

Begins with a 2-unit gateway course (ARTL 500), followed by core courses in executive leadership, issues in the arts and contemporary world, arts organizations and community practice, plus a two-semester practicum (ARTL 510) completing an arts leadership project. At least 4 units of electives are chosen from music industry, public art and nonprofit management courses.

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Entry requirements

Admission is by application, reviewed and approved by the program director. Admission to the practicum requires a project proposal approved by the director.

Duration: Two semesters (minimum 18 units)

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