The Arts Management at The Ohio State University is a Full Time Bachelor program offered on the Columbus campus in United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 4 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on August 24, 2027.

About Bachelor of Arts Management

Analyze the issues and policy interventions impacting the arts and cultural industries; develop business and managerial skills; and practice creative and critical thinking, opportunity recognition and innovation in the arts and cultural environments.

Arts Management

Degree: BA

Campus: Columbus

College: Arts and Sciences

Through the arts management major, students will understand the issues, problems and policy interventions impacting the contemporary arts and cultural industries; develop business and managerial skills for professional decision making in arts and cultural organizations; and practice creative and critical thinking, opportunity recognition and innovation in various arts and cultural environments. Students will also understand the professional role and responsibilities of successful creative individuals in contemporary society.

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Upon admission to the university, students can declare a major in arts management within the College of Arts and Sciences.

Curriculum

While the needs of the field and its organizations are specific, the arts management major emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary study blending concepts and skills from multiple arts disciplines, public policy environments and management operations.

Successful completion of the program requires the following:

A minimum of 36 credit hours in the Department of Arts Administration, Education and Policy and Fisher College of Business
A maximum of nine transfer credit hours
A minimum C- for major courses
A minimum 2.0 cumulative point-hour ratio required for major courses
Pass/non-pass courses not counted toward the major

Course work includes:

Exploring the Creative Sector: Art Issues in the 21st Century
Managing Arts Organizations: Balancing Continuity and Change
Foundations of Accounting
Foundations of Finance
New Venture Creation

Visit artsandsciences.osu.edu/academics/programs/arts-management for more information on course requirements.

Student organizations

Arts management students may enjoy joining the Visual & Performing Arts
Learning Community. This learning community is for artists or anyone who wishes to express creative ideas. Students will have an opportunity to literally "leave their mark" on their residence hall community through wall murals, t-shirts and logo designs and programming that caters to their artistic needs. The community is for students passionate about one or more dimensions of the arts (music, theater, art, design and dance) and engaging with them in a community setting.

Possible careers

Graduates are prepared to work in community-based arts and nonprofit cultural institutions, public arts agencies, and commercial arts businesses.

Program objectives

The following four program areas, the related objectives and the anticipated outcomes are used to assess the students in the arts management program throughout all required courses.

Students identify the issues, problems and policy interventions impacting the contemporary arts and cultural sector. They will be able:

To map the relationships within the creative sector: the artist, the artistic product/service, the industries and the infrastructure;
To appreciate both similarities and differences among different arts fields (e.g., theatre, dance, museums, orchestras, etc.);
To interpret the role of social/cultural values, beliefs and attitudes related to audience participation, advocacy, and education in contemporary arts and culture participation;
To understand the legal, economic and technological influences shaping the cultural landscape.

Students analyze the purpose, function, and professional decision making in arts and cultural organizations. They will be able:

To describe the internal structure, cultures and operations of non-profit arts and cultural organizations;
To examine issues of organizational governance, leadership, and human resources;
To design, implement and evaluate innovative audience-focused programming;
To develop entrepreneurial skills vital in generating and managing revenues and resources.

Students understand the professional role and responsibilities of the artist and the cultural worker in society. They will be able:

To reflect on the personal, social and cultural value of arts and culture;
To examine the non-profit, public, commercial and academic career paths open to artists and those working in cultural fields;
To develop entrepreneurial skills for the marketplace of ideas, arts products and cultural services;
To gain practical experience in arts and cultural venues through individual and group research projects, mentorships, internships and study abroad.

Students practice the principles of entrepreneurship as applied to arts and culture. They will be able:

To practice creative and critical thinking;
To recognize trends and opportunity for arts and cultural in various environments;
To create social and economic value through innovative art practice;
To actively engage the public in arts and cultural activity.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Arts Management at The Ohio State University

Entry Requirements

Criteria of our holistic review, in no particular order.

Successful completion of university preparatory courses
High school performance (class rank or GPA), including participation in accelerated programs like Honors, AP and IB; Ohio State does not have minimum requirements for class rank or GPA
Standardized test score (ACT or SAT); Ohio State does not have minimum requirements for ACT or SAT scores
Ohio State has adopted a TEST-OPTIONAL policy for 2022 applicants. Learn more.
Ability and desire to contribute to and engage with a diverse campus community
Experiences that demonstrate leadership or engaged involvement (e.g., co-curricular activities, work experiences or military service)
Status as a first-generation university student
Demonstration of outstanding talent in a particular area
High school performance if adversely affected by physical, mental or learning environment factors
Eligibility for and likelihood of benefiting from organized support services at Ohio State

Enrollment in your intended major

Once it is determined that you are admissible, you will be considered for enrollment in the college of your intended major. Read about

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

English Program Requirements

we require evidence of English language proficiency, unless you have completed three full years of school at a U.S. regionally accredited high school or if you are a citizen of, or have received a bachelor’s degree from, Australia, Belize, British Caribbean, British West Indies, Canada (except Quebec), England, Guyana, Ireland, Liberia, New Zealand, Scotland, the United States or Wales.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Arts Management at The Ohio State University

How to Apply for Bachelor of Arts Management at The Ohio State University

How do I submit scores?

Ohio State has adopted a TEST-OPTIONAL policy for 2022 applicants. Learn more.

Tips for sending scores to Ohio State

Scores must come directly from the testing agency. When you register for the ACT or SAT, indicate that you want your scores sent to Ohio State.
If you already took the test but didn't send your scores to Ohio State, you can order them for a fee. Order in advance to be sure scores reach us by the application deadline.
We must receive standardized test scores by your application deadline (either November 1 or February 1 for autumn semester applicants).
October 2 (SAT) and October 23 (ACT) are your last 2021 test dates if you want your scores to be considered for our November 1 early action deadline. Important! If you plan to test on those dates, you must request that Ohio State receive scores when you register for the test. And please note: If you choose to have your scores considered, you won’t be able to review scores from these dates prior to submitting your application by the November 1 deadline.
Applicants who will have been out of high school for two or more years by their term of enrollment are not required to submit scores.

Is the essay required?

The essay is not required for either the ACT or SAT.

Should I take a standardized test more than once?

Ohio State looks at the highest composite score from a single test date. Taking the test (and having scores sent to us) more than once, while not required, may work to your advantage.

How does Ohio State look at scores?

When considering students for admission or Honors and Scholars selection, we consider the best official composite / combined score from a single test administration. Ohio State does not mix sub-scores from multiple tests.

These items plus the Common Application (STEP 3) make up a complete application. We must receive all items by the deadline to consider your application on time.

Official transcripts

High school transcripts

Request that your high school or secondary school send transcripts / documents / official copies of examination certificates for coursework from the final four years (grades 9-12) to Ohio State.

How to send your transcripts to Ohio State:

Your high school counselor can upload the transcripts / documents / official copies of examination certificates using Common App, Naviance or other secure electronic delivery service.
Your high school counselor can email the transcripts to [email protected].
If electronic submission is not possible, please mail your official transcripts to our express mail address.
Faxed transcripts will not be accepted.

Foreign language documents must be translated into English by the issuing institution, an authorized translator or a teacher of the language. Any additional requirements will be posted to your Applicant Center, so be sure to check your application status regularly after you've applied.

Official ACT or SAT scores

Ohio State has adopted a TEST-OPTIONAL policy for 2022 applicants. Learn more.

How do I submit my scores?

We must receive your official ACT or SAT score sent electronically directly from the testing agency. Scores from transcripts will not be considered. Read more about score requirements in STEP 1.

Optional: Recommendation from a teacher or counselor

While not required, your counselor may send a maximum of two letters of recommendation electronically through the Common Application.

If an electronic option isn’t available, your counselor may email your letter(s) to [email protected]; the letter must include your first and last name and OSU ID number, found on the email we send acknowledging receipt of your application. Letters sent via email are subject to sender verification.

Official proof of English language skills

You must request that your testing agency send official scores electronically to Ohio State demonstrating the English proficiency level outlined below:

TOEFL (internet-based test or internet-based test Home Edition*): 79 or higher
IELTS or IELTS Indicator*: 6.5 or higher
ACT: 21 or higher on the English section
SAT: 27 or higher on the Reading Test
Duolingo*: 105 or higher

You are exempt from this requirement if you have completed three full years of school at a U.S. regionally accredited high school or if you are a citizen of, or have received a bachelor’s degree from, Australia, Belize, British Caribbean, British West Indies, Canada (except Quebec), England, Guyana, Ireland, Liberia, New Zealand, Scotland, the United States or Wales.

Ohio State has an intensive English program for students who wish to improve their language skills called the American Language Program. A separate application is required for this program. Ohio State does not offer conditional admission to students who enroll in the American Language Program.

*To accommodate applicants affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, The Ohio State University will accept Duolingo, the IELTS Indicator and the TOEFL internet-based test Home Edition from any international student applying for spring 2022 or autumn 2022 admission. All Duolingo test takers are required to take an English placement exam upon arrival to campus. TOEFL Home Edition and IELTS Indicator test takers are required to take an English placement exam upon arrival unless they qualify for a TOEFL or IELTS score exemption.