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Arts management

Certificate program

In the arts, art is just the start

Artists need a platform – to be seen, to be heard, to be appreciated. That is the critical role of arts management. With an arts management certificate from SNC, you can find countless opportunities in this exciting field. Perhaps you’ll be CEO of a symphony orchestra or development director for an arts non-profit ... owner of a music academy or art gallery ... manager of a touring theatre company ... director of a museum. Marketers, agents, executive directors, conservators and event coordinators are just a small selection of the skilled professionals that make the arts management industry hum.

In the certificate program, you’ll learn about the inner workings of arts organizations and how societal factors impact them. You’ll be taught strategic and marketing planning and implementation, operational and financial goal setting and strategies, and stakeholder management.

Academic paths with an arts management certificate

You can earn a certificate in arts management at SNC and pursue work in a variety of different sectors post-graduation. True to our liberal arts focus, this certificate program also allows you to choose electives that align with your areas of academic interest in art, music, and theater, as well as in leadership, entrepreneurship, ethics, communication, human resources and other facets of organizational management.

Elevate your arts management education

Internships are a particularly meaningful way to add real-world experience to your classroom learning in arts management. Our region is rich with arts organizations in which you can gain insight and expertise, including symphonies, theaters, galleries, museums, performing arts centers and more. The college’s own arts offerings are extensive, as well, and provide an excellent environment for observation and learning.

  • I got to illustrate a published children’s book! I was asked to illustrate the GLAD Camp book published through SNC, and it was something I’ve always wanted to do. I learned a lot working with the art director, like the best ways to draw certain elements and how to stage illustrations.

    Katie Hopkins ’19

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    Portrait of student Katie Hopkins

    I got to illustrate a published children’s book! I was asked to illustrate the GLAD Camp book published through SNC, and it was something I’ve always wanted to do. I learned a lot working with the art director, like the best ways to draw certain elements and how to stage illustrations.

    Katie Hopkins ’19

  • The robust knowledge base a liberal arts education provides allows me to be able to better present my research to the world. It gave me the skills to hold conversations with people unfamiliar with my research and maybe the topic in general.

    Logan Hennes ’22

    Portrait of student Logan Hennes
    Portrait of student Logan Hennes

    The robust knowledge base a liberal arts education provides allows me to be able to better present my research to the world. It gave me the skills to hold conversations with people unfamiliar with my research and maybe the topic in general.

    Logan Hennes ’22

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Undergraduate research

Collaborate with faculty on special research projects, and contribute to academic and professional research.

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Practical internships

Internships allow you to observe strong leadership in action, and maybe practice a few skills as well.

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International reach

Get a global perspective on arts management by studying abroad.

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Learn from exceptional SNC arts management faculty

If there’s one thing that SNC professors and instructors have in common, it’s a passion for teaching and sharing their expertise. You’ll also find them dedicated to providing personalized guidance that supports your academic and career aspirations. Discover the distinguished scholars you’ll be learning from when you pursue an arts management certificate.

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Your arts management certificate at work

Depending on their major, students with an arts management certificate will be well positioned to pursue careers in nonprofit and for-profit arts organizations, whether through marketing, accounting, advancement, box office or entrepreneurial endeavors – or to seek a master’s degree in arts management.

Positions in the field of arts management include:

  • Box Office Manager
  • Community Planner
  • Conservator
  • Controller
  • Curator
  • Director of Advancement
  • Director of Communications
  • Director of Event Services
  • Director of Operations
  • Executive Director
  • Foundation Director
  • Gallery Manager
  • Guest Artist Manager
  • Marketing Manager
  • Museum Director
  • Orchestra Personnel Manager
  • Stage Manager
  • Technical Director
  • Tourism Director
  • Youth Arts Manager

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Contact the St. Norbert College admission office

Campus location

Ariens Family Welcome Center
310 College Ave.
De Pere, WI 54115

Hours of operation

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We’re also available by appointment.

Mailing address

Office of Admission
St. Norbert College
Ariens Family Welcome Center
100 Grant St.
De Pere, WI 54115

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