Graduate Programs

Business for Creatives (MPS)

The business degree for creators!

Program Overview

The combination of artistic talent and business skills is a powerful asset for those who aspire to building and sustaining a successful creative career. The Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Business for Creatives from 澳门金沙投注_任你博-官网 bridges the gap between creativity and business, equipping artists, designers and innovators with the essential skills needed to launch, manage and grow their creative careers.

As a business degree designed for creatives, this 100% online program blends practical business knowledge with real-world applications. Students learn financial planning, marketing and branding, business strategy and leadership, all through a creative lens.

  • Flexibility: Working adults can complete the 30-credit program in as few as 15 months.
  • Support: The program attracts students with diverse personalities and backgrounds, creating a supportive community of peers and mentors.
  • Real-World 澳门金沙投注_任你博-官网: In addition to classroom theory, students also explore case studies, participate in hands-on projects and complete a capstone project.

A Program for Built for Creators

Complete the online 30-credit program in as few as 15 months. With the flexibility and convenience of online asynchronous learning, students can fit earning their degree into their busy schedule.

Learn business skills in a unique program for unique individuals with a unique vision. The program embraces and values the passion and vision of creatives.

Industry Immersive Overview 

As part of your online graduate program, you’ll participate in a 1-credit-hour Industry Immersive course designed to expose you to industry professionals and prepare you for real-world applications in your field. Offered over 8 weeks in an asynchronous format, this course can be completed at your pace within the timeframe the course is open and provides valuable insights and content created by subject matter experts in your specific field.

Through a series of archived workshops and activities, you’ll explore topics which may include:
- Professional Development: Career advancement strategies, networking techniques, and industry-specific best practices.

This industry immersive course offers a unique opportunity to enhance your expertise, expand your professional network, and gain practical skills directly from leaders in your industry.

What is a Master of Professional Studies (MPS) degree?

  • Focuses on an applied field of study

  • Develops practical skills

  • Perfect for current and aspiring professionals

  • Delivered online over just 15 months

  • Students maintain a work-life balance

Program Resources

The 澳门金沙投注_任你博-官网 Canvas environment is a flexible and adaptive platform so students can conveniently access content.  Students also have access to 澳门金沙投注_任你博-官网's web-based resources such as Adobe Creative Suite, My澳门金沙投注_任你博-官网, Decker Library and Media Resources Center, and Business Source Premier, the industry's most used business research database.

Who Should Apply

The M.P.S. in Business for Creatives is designed for a new generation of creative leadership. The program welcomes professionals looking for an MBA alternative, entrepreneurs, artists, designers, creative directors, performing artists, singers/songwriters, social media influencers, fashion professionals, gamers, educators and more.