The 37-credit program must be completed in three years. The certificate of individual study in arts management, a six-course series, can be earned entirely online. The certificate is a valuable professional development opportunity for arts managers as well as people employed by nonprofit organizations or agencies. The six courses teach strategic planning, board development, fundraising, marketing, basic financial management, and arts programming. The courses feature written and audio lectures, job-related field assignments, references, bulletin board, links to online resources, and chat rooms.
Students communicate with each other and faculty members through e-mail, fax, mail, and telephone.
The courses may also be taken for University of Massachusetts undergraduate credit. Student Services Academic advisers are available by phone, e-mail, fax, and in person to assist students in course selection, transfer credit evaluation, and academic matters. Continuing Education has its own registration and business offices which can provide assistance with registration, transcripts, financial aid, and billings. Credit Options Students may request a transcript evaluation and, upon approval, transfer credits earned at other accredited postsecondary schools to UMass. Credits earned through distance education are University of Massachusetts credits and, upon acceptance, may be transferred to other colleges and universities.