Arts & Markets
Why Study Arts & Markets at UNC Asheville?
The Arts and Markets program provides you with the knowledge and skills to connect your artistic abilities with business and successfully market, manage, and innovate your creative ideas into a career.
A Concentration for Creative Innovators
When you pursue a concentration in arts & markets, you chart a path toward creative success and leadership. We prepare you for a career in the arts and develop your skills in management, legal and ethical practices, marketing, self-promotion, and entrepreneurship. As you deepen your understanding of the connections between creativity and business, you also learn best practices in arts leadership and advocacy so that you can make a difference in your community.
Courses for Minor
Courses for Interdisciplinary Concentration
Career Paths
A well-rounded compliment to an Interdisciplinary curriculum or any field of study, Arts & Markets allows students to develop the business acumen to channel their artistic skills into successful careers in business, marketing, economics, and more. he ability to design a path around your own interests creates a gateway to a variety of career paths. Job opportunities include but are not limited to arts administrators, brand strategists, and arts entrepreneurs.
Study Abroad Opportunities
Emphasizing hands-on learning beyond the four walls of the classroom, we promote global citizenship among students through the Study Abroad Program. As a member of the International Student Exchange Program (ISEP), we provide opportunities for students to study at over 200 universities in more than 40 countries.
Where Art Meets Innovation
Join our community that not only appreciates the arts but also possesses the acumen to drive innovation and success in this dynamic field.
Outside the Classroom
Outside the Classroom
Student Organizations
At UNC Asheville, we take pride in our vibrant learning environment. We encourage you to join student clubs and organizations, explore study abroad opportunities, and engage in a holistic educational experience beyond the classroom.
Related Programs
Ready for what's next?
Designed to ignite your passion for the arts while equipping you with the skills to navigate the dynamic landscape of arts & markets, our program cultivates a keen understanding of the business side of the arts. Prepare to foster your own creative vision as our program empowers you to take the lead in shaping the future of the arts industry.