About

This programme will equip you for working in the arts and cultural industries, with a specific focus on management in the arts. Culture and the arts are vital to the global creative economy. On this exciting degree you'll develop a powerful combination of theoretical insights and professional skills to help prepare you for success in these sectors. You’ll learn how to understand arts and creative organisations – from small community endeavours through to world renowned organisations. You'll develop the skills to manage and run organisations such as museums, galleries, theatres, dance and live music venues, and cultural centres, and events such as festivals. The degree includes guaranteed work experience in your second year consisting of 30 hours spent with a professional arts organisation, where you'll develop a project in a real-world environment.

Career Path

Graduate careers include Operations Manager, Business Development Executive, Project Manager, Office Manager, Strategy Analyst, Management Consultant, Corporate Trainer, Executive Assistant, Marketing Coordinator, Brand Manager, Sales Manager, Digital Marketing Specialist, Customer Relationship Manager, Market Analyst, Promotions Manager, Social Media Strategist, Business Analyst, Recruitment Coordinator, General Manager, HR Assistant, Employee Relations Specialist, Compensation & Benefits Analyst, Training & Development Officer.

Eligibility

Post Study Work Visa

Post Study Work Visa availability - YES

Admission Requirement

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Concordia University Chicago below;

1. WASSCE/A level Certificate 

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

Concordia University Chicago will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit 

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Intakes


January, 2026

From July, 2025 to November, 2025

September, 2026

From August, 2025 to April, 2026

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