Business in the creative fields

Applications for the Aug 2027 intake are due by Jan 17, 2027, and tuition costs 5,000 EUR per year.

Business in the creative fields is a one-year non-degree program at The University of the Arts Helsinki, taught in English, for students with a Bachelor's degree. It helps you understand the business side of creative industries.

The curriculum covers subjects like marketing, management, and entrepreneurship, with a focus on the creative fields, to help you develop skills like project management and financial planning.

After completing this program, you can work as a Creative Director, Arts Manager, Marketing Coordinator, Business Developer, or Project Manager, in industries like arts management, marketing, and entertainment, with employers such as record labels, galleries, and production companies.

The University of the Arts Helsinki is a multidisciplinary arts university formed to advance high quality education across music, theatre, dance, visual arts and design. With about 2,200 students and roughly 450 international students, the institution cultivates artistic excellence and experimentation while maintaining close ties to the cultural life of Helsinki. Its compact size supports close mentorship and intensive studio and performance work.

Programs emphasize creative development, critical reflection and professional practice, guided by faculty who are active artists and scholars. Students engage in project-based learning, collaborations across disciplines and performance or exhibition opportunities that prepare them for careers in the arts. The university also supports research and artistic development, providing facilities and platforms for emerging work and international exchange.

For international applicants the university offers a stimulating, internationally minded environment with services to help integrate into academic and city life. Helsinki provides a rich cultural scene, festivals and institutions that complement studies, and the university fosters connections with the Nordic and European arts communities. Prospective students should expect an immersive creative education that balances individual artistic growth with collaborative practice and professional preparation.