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CIP 50.1099 Visual and Performing Arts

Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management, Other

IPEDS Completions, US Department of Education · 2025

Total graduates

438

2025 · 11 schools

International share

0.9%

4 international students

Bachelor's degrees

217

1.4% international

Master's degrees

170

0.6% international

Overview

Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management, Other is a specialized program that focuses on the management aspects of various forms of artistic expression and entertainment. This field encompasses a broad range of industries, including music, theater, film, visual arts, digital media, and event planning. The curriculum typically combines business management principles with an understanding of the creative processes involved in these industries.

Students in this program learn about various topics such as marketing strategies specific to the arts, financial management for creative projects, production management, and the legal aspects of the entertainment industry. They also gain insights into audience development and engagement, as well as the use of technology in media production and distribution.

This interdisciplinary approach prepares graduates to navigate the complexities of the arts and entertainment sectors, equipping them with skills that are applicable to various roles such as art gallery management, concert promotion, media production, and festival organization. Importantly, the program often emphasizes the importance of creativity and innovation in management practices, as these are vital for success in the dynamic and ever-evolving entertainment landscape.

Overall, Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management, Other provides students with the tools necessary to support and enhance the cultural landscape while pursuing a fulfilling career in the vibrant world of arts and entertainment.

Graduates by year

Graduates by degree level (first and second majors)

AssociateBachelor'sMaster'sDoctoral

From 2010 to 2025, graduates grew 21,800% and the international share went from 0.0% to 0.9%.

International share (%)
Graduates by group, 2025
White
37.2%
Asian
2.3%
Hispanic
17.1%
Black
21.9%
Other
20.5%
Intl.
0.9%

Colleges that award this degree

In 2025, 11 schools awarded this degree as a first major. The table lists those in the 2027 U.S. News National or Liberal Arts rankings, plus the unranked schools with the most graduates.

RankSchoolStateGraduatesInternational
#42 Northeastern University Massachusetts 12 0
#208 Belmont University Tennessee 88 1
#276 University of New Haven Connecticut 12 0
LAC #184 CUNY Medgar Evers College New York 7 0
— Full Sail University Florida 268 1
— Loyola University New Orleans Louisiana 16 2
— SAE Institute of Technology-Nashville Tennessee 14 0
— Delta State University Mississippi 10 0
— Hennepin Technical College Minnesota 3 0
— Union University Tennessee 1 0
— Vermont State University Vermont 1 0

Purple: international students are 25% or more of the school's graduates.

Related jobs and pay

OccupationUS employmentMean hourly wageMean annual wage
Managers, All Other 622,190 $73.99 $153,890
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary 93,560 — $94,700
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes 12,620 $68.07 $141,580

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Graduate counts: IPEDS Completions, US Department of Education, 2010–2025. Rankings: 2027 U.S. News.