Course summary
The MA in Art Business (Online) at Sotheby’s Institute of Art combines academic rigor with virtual learning, designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule. In our virtual classroom, you can collaborate across continents, discuss critical ideas, and explore the latest art world developments, all in your own time and wherever you may be. Through immersive online learning, the MA Art Business (Online) degree enables you to cultivate expertise in art business and attain a comprehensive understanding of art markets and management. Sotheby’s Institute of Art has designed an online delivery of our signature MA in Art Business. The Online MA in Art Business delivers all of the academic content remotely. The curriculum remains aligned with the listed in-person MA at Sotheby’s Institute in New York and is accredited by NASAD (the National Association of Schools of Art and Design). Some modifications to the curriculum have been implemented to reflect best practices in online learning, as well as to better meet the needs of students, both domestic and international, for whom a degree completed over 18 to 24 months in an online mode is well adapted to their ongoing professional and personal commitments. This program combines academic rigor with cutting-edge virtual learning technologies. MA in Art Business (Online) students will be immersed in case studies that offer firsthand experience, such as analyzing the impact of blockchain technology on art transactions. Students interact with each other and learn together in projects and other activities. The curriculum is designed to reflect the dynamic nature of the art market, ensuring that students stay updated on emerging technologies and market trends. Highlights Renowned speakers and thought leaders Guest speakers from renowned international art organizations provide valuable insights and global perspective. Past speakers for our MA in Art Business program have included Charles F. Stewart, Noah Horowitz, Jerry Saltz, Kate Rothko Prizel, Nanne Dekking, Thelma Golden, Dominique Levy, Alfredo Jaar, and Shirin Neshat. Build a portfolio Signature student projects include designing themed auction sales catalogues, writing condition reports, curating art exhibitions and collections, valuation problem-solving, contract negotiating preparation, articulating critical reviews, and entrepreneurial project planning. Join a growing professional community Foster networking opportunities and career growth by connecting with an extensive network of art professionals, offering virtual access to career fairs and internships. Extensive databases and electronic library resources In addition to important academic resources such as JSTOR and the ProQuest suite of databases, students have access to Lexis/Nexus and important professional art market resources such as Artnet and ArtPrice plus hundreds of thousands of ebooks via ProQuest eBook Central. Immersive case studies The curriculum reflects the dynamic nature of the art market, equipping students with up-to-date knowledge on emerging technologies and market trends.
How to apply
International applicants
- International applicants who are unsure whether their overall mark is equivalent to a Lower Second-Class Honours (2:2) are encouraged to contact the Admissions Office before applying. - A valid English language proficiency exam (required for all international students (EU included): A minimum overall score of IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL IBT 100 or Pearsons PTE Academic 65 must be achieved. We also accept a number of additional Secure English Language tests. Please contact the Admissions Team for guidance if you are planning to take (or have completed) another test. *Please note if you are from, or completed an undergraduate degree in, an English-speaking country, you may be exempt from the need to provide additional evidence of your English language ability. Please visit our FAQ section for detailed guidance on this.
Entry requirements
o be eligible for admission, applicants must have earned a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution by the date on which they enroll at the Institute. We welcome applicants from a range of academic backgrounds. Where an applicant to one of our programmes does not have a first degree in art history or a related subject, the offer may include a recommendation or requirement to complete an introductory Art History course prior to enrolment.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
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Provider information
Sotheby's Institute of Art (London)
30 Bedford Square
Bloomsbury
WC1B 3EE