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Master of Business (Arts and Cultural Management) (Online)

Masters.
Deakin University

250

in world overall ranking*

13

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This course develops business and leadership capability for roles across the arts and creative industries. You learn from industry-active academics and build practical skills in management, marketing, finance, HR and project management within arts and cultural settings. The degree includes applied tasks such as audience engagement strategy and creative venture planning, with flexibility to choose electives from Business specialisations. This is a Master coursework qualification in business and arts/cultural management.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue management and leadership roles across arts, culture and creative organisations, including not-for-profit and commercial settings. The course supports careers in arts administration, cultural program coordination, audience development, marketing and communications, project and venue management, and roles linked to events and festivals. Skills are also applicable in local government and cultural institutions where strategic planning and stakeholder engagement are essential. This is a Master coursework pathway into arts and cultural management careers.


Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$31,600 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

1.5 years

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Trimester 1, Trimester 2

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Online

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M785

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconDEAKIN INTERANTIONAL SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

tick iconDEAKIN ALUMNI POSTGRADUATE BURSARY

15% of reduction per unit

tick iconDEAKIN WARRNAMBOOL RESIDENTIAL INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Up to 50% of accommodation fees

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