LEADERSHIPARTSTHE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTONMASTER OF ARTS IN ARTS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Advanced Studies Across Disciplines
The Master of Arts in Arts Leadership Program
provides advanced study in the management and
promotion of arts organizations across artistic
disciplines. Students enrolled full-time may
complete the degree requirements within two years.
Flexible Schedule for Working Professionals
The arts leadership master’s degree program is
designed to accommodate students who are
working professionals. Those who wish to continue
full-time or part-time employment may complete
this program within !ve years. All core courses are
o"ered during evening hours.
Real-world Experience
The Master of Arts in Arts Leadership Program
develops and cultivates the next generation of
in#uential leaders in the !elds of arts and entertain-
ment. All students will be required to complete a
practicum within an established arts organization in
the greater Houston area. They will have access —
through lectures, workshops and
panels both in class, and through
the UH Center for Arts Leader-
ship — to interact with local and
national leaders of distinction in
the !elds of arts, entertainment
and culture.
AN ENTREPRENEURIAL APPROACH TO PREPARING ARTS LEADERS: CREATIVE PROFESSIONALS WHO LAUNCH, ADMINISTER AND MAINTAIN ARTS ORGANIZATIONS OF ALL SIZES.
“With every class, this program shows me how my previous training as an actor prepares me to be a future leader in the business of the arts.”
— Marianna Alegria
“This is a program that perfectly marries my artistic and administrative identities to transform the models of arts management.”
— Rashida Moore
On-campus Requirements
The arts leadership master’s degree program
requires 36 credit hours of coursework and prac-
ticum. It consists of 15 hours of required specialty
courses in the areas of arts, public administration
and public sector business as well as three hours of
prescribed electives. It also includes 12 hours of free
electives selected from courses in the UH School of
Art, Moores School of Music, UH School of Theatre
and Dance, The Valenti School of
Communications, The Bauer
School of Business, the School
of Public Administration and the
M.A. program in Arts Leadership.
Practicum Program
The !nal requirement of the The Master of Arts in
Arts Leadership Program is a 6 credit hour practi-
cum in an arts organization, providing vital re-
al-world experience to students. Students will gain
practical, hands-on, leadership experience in some
of Houston’s most established and cutting-edge
arts institutions. Partner organizations contributing
expertise to the program to date include: Aerosol
Warfare, Ars Lyrica, Art League Houston, Commu-
nity Artist Collective, DanceSource Houston, Fresh
Arts, Houston Arts Alliance, Houston Symphony,
Indo-American Association, Main Street Theater,
Project Row Houses and Multicultural Educational
Counseling Through the Arts (MECA).
ADVANCED STUDY IN THE MANAGEMENT AND PROMOTION OF ARTS ORGANIZATIONS IN THE NATION’S FOURTH!LARGEST CITY.
Core Courses
ARLD 6395
Selected Topics in Leadership
ARLD 6310
Fundraising for the Arts
ARLD 6300
Fundamentals and Strategic
Planning for the Arts
ARLD 6315
Public Relations
and Marketing in the Arts
ARLD 6320
Financial Management
for the Arts
PUBL 6310
Administrative Theory
Recommended Electives
ARLD 6350
Entrepreneurship and
Alternative Business
Models in the Arts
ARLD 6330
Technology and the Arts
ARLD 6360
The Arts and Community
Engagement
ARLD 6340
Law and the Arts
PUBL 6395
Non-Pro!t Management
ARLD 6340
Independent
Study
ARLD 6398
Special
Problems
in Arts Leadership
(Independent Study)
ARLD 6691/ARLD 6391
Practicum in Arts
Organization
A PRACTICAL COURSE OF STUDY THAT PREPARES TODAY’S ARTS PROFESSIONAL TO THRIVE IN THE FAST!PACED FIELD OF ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT.
“We engage in‘conversations of solution’ for the arts. The teaching sta" are seasoned professionals with years of related leadership experience.”
— Tamra Pierce
“This program encourages us to translate our artistic sensibilties to be creative in business and management.”
— Andrea Huang
Key Facts About Houston’s Creative Job Market
economy in Houston.
employs more people than the
Texas Medical Center.
to grow by an additional 7%.
creative worker. This means that while Houston
has fewer creative workers, they are better paid
than in any of the other cities included in the study.
The !gure becomes more impressive in light of
Houston’s low cost of living.
READY FOR TAKE!OFF: HOUSTON’S CREATIVE SECTOR HAS EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITIES FOR EMERGING ARTS LEADERS.
Admission Requirements
The Master of Arts in Arts Leadership Program
follows the College of Liberal Arts and Social Scienc-
es requirements for admission.
are familiar with your work and educational
preparation
the program
university attended since high school mailed
directly to the program from the school.
a sealed, signed envelope directly
to:
University of Houston
MA Program in Arts Leadership
Please follow application directions carefully as
outlined in the UH Graduate School webpage:
http://www.uh.edu/graduate-school
All application materials must be received by the
application deadline as stated in the Admissions
section on the program website www.uh.edu/maal.
TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR CAREER AS AN ARTS LEADER: APPLY FOR THE M.A. IN ARTS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
“I am gaining the tools and opportunities to become a successful arts leader.”
— Dane Manuel