| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The MSc Arts & Creative Industries Management program at Paris prepares students for careers in the management of arts, culture, and creative industries. The program covers a broad range of sub-sectors, including visual arts, performing arts, cultural industries, and leisure and entertainment industries. Students benefit from immersive teaching, strong industry connections, and a diverse student body. Graduates are well-prepared for diverse career paths in the creative industries, with alumni working in roles across museums, galleries, music labels, advertising agencies, and more.
Program Outline
- Duration: Full-time
- Intake: September 2024
- Location: Paris
- Accreditations: Master of Science, diploma recognized by the French Ministry of Higher Education
- Key Features:
- Comprehensive program covering a broad range of creative industries
- Expertise and network through Creative Industries Culture Research Centre
- Diverse and creative student population
- Immersive teaching with on-site courses, workshops, study trips, projects for real-life organizations
Teaching:
- Emphasis on immersive and practical learning
- Strong link between research expertise and professional practice
- Faculty with experience in various fields of management, including creation, strategy, marketing, communication, and team management
- Partnerships with many cultural organizations for workshops, guest lectures, and project opportunities
- Innovative pedagogical approaches
Careers:
- Program prepares graduates for diverse career paths in various sectors of the creative industries
- Alumni work in roles across different domains like museums, galleries, music labels, advertising agencies, cultural events, video games, fashion, and much more
- Students gain skills to develop innovative and entrepreneurial projects within the creative and cultural landscape
Other:
- Ranked 8th in France in the Eduniversal 2024 Management of Cultural Businesses category
- International student body representing a rich mix of cultures and backgrounds
- Strong alumni network of over 1000 professionals working across the creative industries
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KEDGE Business School is a top-tier private, non-profit institution of higher education under contract with the French government, recognised with triple accreditation.
Formed in 2013 from the merger of BEM (formerly ESC Bordeaux) and Euromed Management (formerly ESC Marseille), KEDGE has earned a reputation for excellence, ranking among the top 1% of business schools worldwide with prestigious triple accreditation from AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA.
Designated as an EESPIG (Public Interest Higher Education Institution), KEDGE is ranked 29th among Europe’s best business schools and 7th in France, according to the December 2023 Financial Times rankings.
KEDGE operates four campuses in France (Paris, Bordeaux, Marseille, and Toulon), four international campuses (two in China and two others), and four associated campuses (Avignon, Bastia, Bayonne, and Mont-de-Marsan). The KEDGE community comprises 15,600 students (28% of whom are international), 220 permanent faculty members (45% international), 329 global academic partners, and a network of over 85,000 alumni worldwide.
KEDGE offers 38 programmes in management, available full-time or through apprenticeships, covering fields such as finance, quality management, real estate, marketing, procurement, international trade, supply chain management, wine, and creative industries. The school also provides bespoke training solutions for businesses on both a national and international scale. KEDGE awards degrees recognised or accredited by the State, ranging from bachelor’s to master’s levels (3 to 6 years of higher education).
Entry Requirements:
Minimum academic qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree: Applicants possessing a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution are eligible to apply.
Minimum academic performance:
- Bachelor's degrees:
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) is required for consideration.
- 4-year Bachelor's and 3-year Bachelor's with 3 years of professional experience
Additional requirements for international students:
- International students whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following:
- A TOEFL score of at least 80 on the internet-based test (iBT)
- An IELTS score of at least 6.5
- Other equivalent English language proficiency examinations may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
- International students may also need to provide additional documentation such as transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- All applicants, regardless of their nationality, must demonstrate proficiency in English.
- Acceptable English proficiency tests include:
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with a minimum score of 80 on the internet-based test (iBT).
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with a minimum overall band score of 6.5.
- Other equivalent tests may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
Specific Entry Requirements for Students from EU countries
- Applicants with a Bachelor's degree from a European Union country may be exempt from submitting English proficiency test scores if their degree program was taught and assessed in English.
- However, these students are still expected to demonstrate a high level of English proficiency sufficient for successful participation in the program.
- The admissions committee may require additional information or documentation to verify English language skills in such cases.
Specific Entry Requirements for Students from outside the EU
- Applicants from non-EU countries must meet the same minimum academic qualifications and English language proficiency requirements as outlined above.
