Clinical Assistant Professor
Director
Arts and Entertainment Management Graduate Program
Arts and Entertainment Management, MS
Get the preparation you need to manage talent, theatre companies, museums, dance companies, music organizations, art galleries, television production firms, and more. This degree will equip you to launch an exciting and fulfilling career with opportunities in performing arts entertainment, and media management.
Location
New York
Duration
30–46 Credits
1.5–2 Years, full-time and part-time
Modality
In-Person
Start Date
Fall, Spring, Summer
F1 Visa
Yes
STEM Designated Program
No
Launch a Rewarding Career in Arts and Entertainment
There's no business like show business, and with Pace’s MS in Arts and Entertainment Management at the Lubin School of Business, you will gain the skills you need to succeed in the industry. We leverage our proximity to Broadway, major broadcast networks and film studios, not-for-profit arts and cultural organizations, and media companies to provide an inside look at the inner-workings of show business, and combine this proximity with a cutting-edge curriculum taught by accomplished faculty. The result? You’ll get further ahead in the career of your dreams.
This degree program is one of very few around the nation—and the only one in New York City—that has a business school focus and is certified by AACSB, the premier accrediting organization for business schools around the world.
$116,880
annual median salary for talent managers in New York (Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
300K
more than 300,000 people are employed by 17,000 media companies in NYC (Source: NYC Economic Development Corporation)
96%
of Lubin 2023 master’s graduates are employed, or continuing education or service (Source: Pace University Career Services)
Curriculum
Our master’s in Arts and Entertainment Management offers a strong business core that focuses on financial reporting, operations planning, staff scheduling, organizational development, and the process for policy development. You will get the skill set you need as a manager in this industry, and will learn to analyze and respond as a manager to key factors such as changing laws, technological changes, union activities, cultural issues, and domestic and international trends.
Take Courses Like…
- MGT 622: Fundamentals of Fundraising, Revenue Development, and Budgeting in the Arts
- MGT 623: Project and Event Management in Arts and Entertainment
- MGT 624: Agent Representation in Arts and Entertainment
Learn Beyond the Classroom
Given Pace’s New York City location, you will have the opportunity to see on- and off-Broadway shows, visit jazz venues and the headquarters of entertainment companies, attend music concerts, and do so much more.
Leverage the energy of New York City by joining student organizations such as the Arts and Entertainment Industry Network, connect with peers and alumni, and attend guest speaker events and employer spotlights.
Careers
Our MS in Arts and Entertainment Management will provide you with the communication, management, leadership, knowledge, and skills to work behind the scenes in theatre companies, museums, dance companies, contemporary and classical music organizations, art galleries, talent representation and management companies, television production firms, and more.
As a Pace student, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with our robust career services team to develop a plan that best fits your goals.
Our graduates are prepared for jobs like:
Salary stats below sourced from Indeed.com.
- Director of Design (Average Salary: $90,000–$243,000 per year)
- Creative Director (Average Salary: $67,000–$211,000 per year)
- Casting Manager (Average Salary: $81,000–$166,000 per year)
- Costumes Administrator (Average Salary: $50,000–$65,000 per year)
Student Quote
The MS program helped me move from my comfort zone and pursue my dream of becoming part of the entertainment and media industry in New York City. What I loved most about the program was the balance between business and entertainment courses. All these helped me land my dream job.
—Mariana Venero ’22, Marketing Manager—Creative Partnership, NBCUniversal
International Career Success Program
The INSPIRE Program (International Student Professional Readiness Program) is a badged internship and career success program exclusive to Pace. Year after year, this one-of-a-kind program empowers international students to achieve results in obtaining internships, jobs, and salary outcomes. Domestic students, we have an equivalent program for you called ASPIRE.
Where Pace Graduates are Employed
- Havas Media Group
- The Metropolitan Opera
- NBC Universal
Featured Faculty
Clinical Associate Professor
Admission and Financial Aid
You're ready for a new level of success—whether it's advancing in your current field or launching a new career. Pace is with you every step of the way, providing a world-class education and the skills your industry will be looking for far into the future.
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- A personal statement explaining to the Graduate Admission Committee why you would like to pursue the program of graduate study you have chosen. Additional information regarding your academic performance, as well as professional experience, may also be included in the supplement.
- A resume or outline describing at least the past five years of your employment history and any significant community, professional, or college extracurricular activities.
- Two letters of recommendation are optional, but strongly recommended. If you choose to submit letters of recommendation in support of your application, letters should be from academic or professional references who can knowledgeably comment on your ability to successfully complete graduate study. Please note that the Graduate Admission Committee reserves the right to require letters of recommendation on a case by case basis.
- All Official Transcripts: Transcripts from every accredited college or university attended (not just the degree granting institution) must be sent either to Pace University, directly from the academic institution electronically or by mail, or forwarded by the applicant in sealed envelopes from the academic institution.
- If you have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above for all of your undergraduate work, and you hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, you will be considered for admission to any MBA or MS program without submitting a GMAT or GRE score.
- If you are an MBA applicant who already holds a business-related master's or doctoral degree, you may request a waiver of the GMAT or GRE.
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Per credit: $1,510 | Total cost of program: $45,300 - $69,460
*Tuition based on current year and subject to change. -
Fall Term
- Domestic Students: August 1
- International Students: June 1
Spring Term
- Domestic Students: December 1
- International Students: October 1
Summer Term
- Domestic Students: May 1
- International Students: March 1
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Make an appointment to meet with you admission counselor.
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Every admitted student is automatically considered for all available financial aid options, assessed based on both availability and individual need. Financial resources include:
- Merit-based Scholarships: Awards of up to $7,380, automatically considered during the application process.
- Graduate Assistantships: Opportunities for hands-on experience while earning financial support.
- Endowed Scholarships: Awards funded by generous donors to support student success.
- Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan: A federal loan program with favorable terms.
- Graduate/Professional Direct PLUS Loan: For students who need additional funding.
- Work-Study Programs: Part-time work opportunities to help fund your education.
- Military Benefits: Includes the GI Bill®, the Yellow Ribbon Program, and Pace’s Veteran Tuition Scholarship.
For more information about affordability and the full range of financial aid options, visit Pace University Financial Aid.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Top 2%
Did You Know?
Lubin has been awarded dual accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International, an elite distinction shared by fewer than 2% of business schools in the world.
Contact Us
Admission Contact
Office of Graduate Admission
Phone: (800) 874-7223
Email: graduateadmission@pace.edu
Departmental Contact
Margaret Hanson
Email: mhanson@pace.edu