The Postgraduate Diploma in Arts Management at Birkbeck, University of London explores the requirements and benefits of strategic management, balancing theory and practice within the context of the prevailing social, political, economic and technological environments. It focuses on public and voluntary sector arts organisations, but also addresses key commercial sector issues.
Hightlights
- Arts and humanities courses at Birkbeck are ranked fourth best in London and 18th in the UK in theÊTimes Higher Education World University Subject Rankings.
- In the Research Excellence Framework (REF), Art and Design at Birkbeck achieved 100% for a research environment supporting world-leading or internationally excellent research.
- You will benefit from links with arts and cultural organisations, including an optional work placement.Ê
- The School of Arts is an official partner of theÊInstitute of Contemporary ArtsÊ(ICA) in London. Opportunities for students have included a yearÕs free membership of the ICA, private views, discounts on all talks and events, free members' screenings and £3 cinema tickets on Tuesdays, up to 25% off ICA Artists' Editions and a monthly e-newsletter.
Career and employability
Graduates can pursue careers in education, museums/galleries and the creative arts. Possible professions include higher education lecturer, museum/gallery curator, or arts administrator. This degree may also be useful in various roles in the creative industries, as well as in becoming a community arts worker or multimedia specialist.
