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Cultural Entrepreneurship

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Empower your career in the arts with a Graduate Certificate in Cultural Entrepreneurship. Learn to create innovative, sustainable projects that make a social, cultural, and economic impact.

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Program Format
Online
Time Commitment
Part Time
Duration
1 Year(s)
Entry Term(s)
Fall, Spring
Meets F1 visa requirements
No
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Program overview

Innovate in arts and culture

The Graduate Certificate in Cultural Entrepreneurship equips students with the creative management tools to develop innovative and sustainable projects that address social and cultural issues. You’ll learn how to combine creative thinking with a passion for the arts to enhance community engagement and drive positive change.

The program prepares students to become innovators in a range of artistic and cultural disciplines, from music, visual art, theater, and dance to community building and transformation. The curriculum offers students the opportunity to identify opportunities for evolution in the arts and cultural sectors and to develop critical, creative practices; leadership acumen; and skill sets in arts management, strategic planning, and performance analysis to conceive and implement creative, cultural programming for community engagement and positive impact.

  • Learn from visionary experts across various arts segments.
  • Customize your education with 100% online learning.
  • Suitable for a wide range of professional profiles.
  • Acquire strategic arts management and creative leadership skills.
  • Build your ability to engage diverse audiences and stakeholders.

Develop skills in cultural entrepreneurship, enabling you to innovate and lead in various arts and cultural fields. This certificate prepares you for roles in community building, arts management, and cultural consulting, positioning you as a key player in transforming the arts sector.

Admissions

Apply to the program

A graduate degree or certificate from Northeastern can accelerate your career through rigorous academic coursework and real-world professional experience in your area of interest. Apply to take your career to the next level.

Application deadline for fall term: August 1

Application deadline for spring term: December 1

Please contact the program coordinator for details regarding the modified course sequence for students enrolling in the spring.


  • Application form

  • Resumé

  • Personal statement 

  • One letter of recommendation

  • Transcripts for all institutions attended

    • The Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE) is a required assessment of all transcripts and documents from non-U.S. accredited post-secondary education institutions. (Review the FCE requirements by country.)

  • TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo exam scores for international applicants

Program objectives

Prepare for success

Get the skills and perspective needed to create and sustain culturally driven projects that make an impact on communities.

Conceptualize and launch projects

Learn methods to scope, pilot, evaluate, and launch cultural projects that align with community goals and resources for varied impacts.

Engage diverse audiences

Apply communication and engagement techniques to develop, sustain, and evaluate diverse audiences and stakeholders in the arts.

Degree building

Stack your certificate

Earning a graduate certificate is a fast and affordable way to acquire specialized skills while building toward your master’s degree. Upon completion of this certificate program, you may be able to apply your credits to an eligible master’s program, saving time and money on your degree.

Some of the eligible master’s programs for this certificate include:

Contact an enrollment counselor to learn more about eligibility requirements.

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Cost of attendance

Tuition and financial aid

  • $24,708
    Tuition in USD

Estimated Total Tuition

This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2025-2026 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. Select programs at select campuses offer additional scholarships of up to 25% off the listed price for domestic students studying on campus. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.

For students interested in pursuing financial assistance or educational loans, additional educational costs, known as Cost of Attendance (COA) components, can be included in the calculation of aid and loan eligibility. Components may include food, housing, books, course materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, personal expenses, and the cost of obtaining a first professional licensure. You can find comprehensive details on the Student Financial Services website. Please keep in mind that COA can vary significantly depending on academic program, enrollment intensity, and individual circumstances.

There are many ways to pay for your education, including scholarships, financial aid, and more. Connect with a financial counselor to learn about your options and make your dream a reality.

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Northeastern's online classes give you the same top-tier education you'd get in person, on a schedule that works for your lifestyle and career needs. They offer a range of videos, interactives, breakout sessions, and experience-focused learning opportunities to immerse you in the material and build community. You'll graduate with the same degree as your in-person peers.

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