Master Arts — Musique : Administration et Gestion

Within the broader field of arts, music administration and management focuses on the organizational, financial and logistical work that supports musical activity, rather than on performance or composition itself. The Master Arts — Musique: Administration et Gestion, offered by Université Jean Monnet in Saint-Etienne, trains students in the practical management of musical institutions, projects and events, covering topics such as arts administration, cultural policy, event planning, budgeting and audience development. Students in this field typically study the organizational structures behind orchestras, festivals, concert venues and music companies, alongside broader coursework in cultural management and the economics of the arts sector. Coursework often combines theoretical study of cultural institutions with practical training in project management, fundraising, marketing and the legal and administrative frameworks that govern arts organizations. Programs of this kind may also address the specific challenges of managing musical productions, such as scheduling, licensing and working with performers and technical staff. Graduates from arts and music administration programs commonly work as venue managers, festival coordinators, orchestra administrators, cultural project managers or arts policy officers, within public cultural institutions, private venues, festivals or associations. This master's degree spans two years and is taught in French, so applicants need a solid command of the language for coursework, project work and written assignments. The program is expected to begin in September, with a yearly tuition of 250 EUR according to the university's listing. Saint-Etienne, where the program is based, is a city in France with an active cultural and musical scene connected to this kind of training.