The MA in Art Business prepares students for careers in the commercial art world.

It is designed for students who already have an art history degree or want to pursue a career in this field, and want to understand business theories and practices, as well as the technical and structural elements of the art market.

It is also designed to cater for the needs of business school graduates, because along with traditional business topics, specialised subjects include art law, the structure and mechanisms of the art market and art valuation.

Business training includes finance, investment and insurance, business communications and organisational behaviour, ethics and marketing art.

The MA in Contemporary Art is especially suited for those who plan careers as gallery owners, curators, dealers, consultants, writers or critics.

At the root of the MA in Contemporary Art is an emphasis on the artwork itself and how we approach and interpret contemporary art.

Analysis of paintings, sculpture, installations and conceptual works form a regular part of the curriculum, with tutor-accompanied visits to museums and galleries.

Then, using a commercial or public gallery as a speculative model, students will propose an exhibition. Week-long study trips to museums, collections and art fairs in the Asia-Pacific area.

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