4 Reasons for MAMA
In the modern world, there are numerous tensions and trade-offs between ensuring the artistic integrity and the economic viability of arts organizations. The increasingly complex nature of these problems requires a specifically tailored managerial approach, which will have a fascinating cultural impact.
We designed this master to educate talented people with a passion for the arts, and to develop the managerial culture needed for the arts industry to achieve its desired level of excellence.
The program is aimed at young professionals, typically humanities graduates, who are already working in the arts and culture sector. They may have junior or middle management level positions in public sector and non-profit arts organizations, be involved in the organization of festivals or other cultural events, work for consulting firms dedicated to the arts, or be professionals (e.g. artists, lawyers, consultants) who want to transition to management positions in the arts and culture industry.
MAMA intends to advance your professional development, giving you a specialized managerial background and an entrepreneurial outlook, which will enable you to fill crucial positions in a wide range of organizations operating in the arts sector.
SDA Bocconi, the first Italian business school and in the top positions in the main international rankings, has formed several prestigious partnerships with leading arts and cultural institutions, which will not only lend their expertise and offer students valuable opportunities, but will also ensure that participants emerge with skills highly valued by the industry.
MAMA Community of Practice will act as a reference point for the industry, bringing together practitioners from sponsoring companies and collaborating institutions with students and alumni for annual meetings on topics in arts management, and to share best practices.
As a future manager in the world of arts and culture, Milan gives you exposure to a thriving and globally-famous cultural environment, as well as being the perfect base to explore a country that has had a vast influence on art throughout its long and significant history. Whether it is the specific excellence of celebrated venues such as Teatro alla Scala in Milan, of leading cultural festivals such as La Biennale di Venezia, or of the many illustrious works of art to be found on a Grand Tour of Italy, each offers its own valuable lessons in the management and administration of the arts.
Immersing yourself in these experiences, with expert guidance and support from the MAMA’s faculty, partners, and guest speakers, will be exceptionally rewarding both personally and professionally.