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MSc Cultural & Creative Industries
Programme presentation
The MSc Cultural & Creative Industries provides an in-depth view of not only the management of the arts but also the economic, social and cultural challenges raised by the ongoing transformation in the music, film, performing arts, publishing and art industries. This programme fosters creativity and critical thinking with teaching methods combining theory and immersive learning.
Programme strengths
Explore the creative world and discover cultural industries, from production to marketing.
Gain key skills in arts management, cultural policy, and intellectual property.
Participate in guided tours of prestigious cultural institutions like the Museum of Fine Arts and the Rouen Opera.
Enjoy innovative teaching with cutting-edge technologies and collaborative projects.
Open doors to exciting career opportunities through partnerships with industry leaders.
Sébastien DUBOIS
Head of programme
Developing strong theoretical and empirical knowledge to prepare for a career in the cultural and creative industries sector
Programme objectives
Over the two semesters of study, students are presented with the core issues of the cultural sector (production, distribution, digitisation, marketing specificities, etc.).
The MSc Cultural & Creative Industries aims to:
- Introduce students to the core contemporary issues of the creative and cultural industries
- Develop students’ critical and creative thinking
- Provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to develop a career in arts management or the cultural sector.
The MSc Cultural & Creative Industries provides students with comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge of the creative and cultural industries sectors by developing a strong strategic outlook and market research skills as well as gaining exposure to the leading product digitalisation methods.
Skill sets
The MSc Cultural & Creative Industries programme, awarding a higher education degree in international management (DESSMI), provides the skills to:
- Perform a functional analysis and implement an action plan that incorporates digital, sustainable and international components
- Conduct a scientific study and issue a recommendation
- Develop ethical leadership abilities to strengthen one’s manager posture
The skills blocks of the certification may not be acquired separately. The proposed curriculum covers all skills blocks.
Programme highlights
Tackle all aspects of the cultural and creative sector
Gain comprehensive insights into the cultural and creative sector through a mix of theoretical and practical sessions led by industry experts. Learn art management, cultural policy, intellectual property, and marketing. Explore CSR in the arts, publishing house management, and cultural diplomacy.
Innovative teaching methods using new technologies, teamwork and creativity
Gain exclusive insights with guided tours and meetings at the Musée des Beaux Arts and the Opéra de Rouen. Benefit from collaborations with prestigious organisations such as the Ministry of Culture, Netflix, Canal+ and Ubisoft.
Strengthen essential skills needed in the arts industry
Learn to manage cultural projects and work in multicultural teams. Develop your critical thinking on topics such as diversity and equity in the arts. Improve your writing skills through exercises and essays.
Professional experience (4-to-6 months)
The programme includes an internship or other practical experience (fixed-term contract, permanent contract, business start-up, etc.) where theories and skills are applied in a professional environment. Students are free to complete their professional experience in France or abroad, subject to approval by the internship director and based on its relevance to the programme and course content.
Adapted programme for high-level athletes and artists
High-level athletes and artists may benefit from an adapted programme in order to pursue both their studies and their passion.
To learn more about the MSc Cultural & Creative Industries in detail, please download the programme brochure.
Evaluation methods
The programme is validated in two ways:
- Continuous assessment: Evaluations conducted throughout the course the programme in the form of individual or collective assignments to be submitted.
- Final assessment: Carried out at the end of the course and may take a number of different forms, most of which are individual.
At the end of the course and after validation of the ECTS for each year of training, the Level 7 DESSMI – MSc Cultural & Creative Industries diploma is awarded to participants.
If certain modules have not been validated and therefore credits not obtained, the student may take a resit examination during the periods set aside for this purpose.
Evaluation results
- Percentage of students sitting final examinations*: 100%
- Graduation rate*: 100%
Source: *2023-2024 Jury
Careers
Take your career to the next level:
Careers in the arts are driven by passion and creativity. This programme offers a unique approach centred on the arts, placing artistic production, organisation and the works themselves at the heart of the curriculum. It embraces a diverse aesthetic perspective, spanning from rap music and auteur cinema to Impressionism.
Targeted careers
Graduates can aspire to any position in the vast art and culture sectors, for example:
- Cinema and TV production
- Sales Manager in the cultural industries
- Marketing & Communication Manager in the cultural industries
- Fundraising & Sponsorship
- Executive and administrative positions in artistic institutions (museums, foundations, theatres, etc.)
- And many others…
Performance indicators
100%
Professional immersion1
1 month
Average time to secure employment2
100%
Employment rate
at 6 months2
100%
Percentage of graduates entering targeted professions at 6 months2
Sources: 1 Course data 2023-2024 | 2 Graduate Employment Survey 2022 & 2023
Admissions Requirements
1-year course:
- Completion of a 4-year Bachelor’s degree (in business, economics, sciences, etc.) or a 3-year Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 1 year of professional experience
- Proof of English language proficiency is required during the application process (TOEIC, IELTS, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge, Duolingo)*
2-year MSc option:
- Completion of a 3-year Bachelor’s degree (Open to all backgrounds)
- Proof of English language proficiency is required during the application process (TOEIC, TOEFL ibt, IELTS, Cambridge and Duolingo).*
*Contact us to learn more about the scores required for each test.
Admissions process
- Complete the online application: apply.neoma-bs.fr
- Provide scanned copies of all original documents in English or French (CV, motivation letter, transcripts, etc.)
- Candidates who meet the admissions requirements will be asked to complete a deferred interview
- Admissions results are sent by email within two weeks of the interview.
Application fee: €100
Admissions calendar
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, from September with a final deadline for submissions in mid-July. Applicants will be informed of the admission jury’s decision within two weeks of the interview.
However, given the limited number of places, candidates are advised to apply as early as possible.
Additional recommendations
Careers in the arts are guided by vocation and creativity. With this in mind, the MSc Cultural & Creative Industries welcomes students who are creative and passionate. Candidates choosing this master’s degree should have an interest in the arts, a critical mind and intellectual curiosity.
Candidates should be able to communicate with confidence in English, participate in group work, demonstrate initiative, strong interpersonal skills, enjoy meeting people and having new experiences.
2-Year MSc Option
Discover the International Pre-Master, the extended course that makes a Master of Science accessible to students holding a 3-year bachelor’s degree!
Programme overview
Delivered on the Rouen campus, this programme serves as a gateway to a Master of Science (MSc) for graduates of a three-year higher education qualification (French Licence or Bachelor’s degree). The programme is also open to students with academic backgrounds in fields not directly linked to their desired MSc programme.
This first year of study in the International Pre-Master provides an overview of the core areas of business studies and the fundamentals of the selected MSc programme. Upon validation of this curriculum, students continue to their second year and obtain their Master of Science degree.
Please indicate your preferred Master of Science programme when preparing your application.
Programme strengths
Build the academic foundations and skillset to access NEOMA’s Master of Science programmes
Cultivate your cross-cultural competencies in a multicultural cohort of students, with instruction by an international faculty
Develop your skills in independent, critical thinking and effective communication
Empower your career trajectory thanks to career & personal development workshops
Gain professional experience through a 4-to-6-month internship in your first or second year
Evaluation procedures
The programme is validated in two ways:
- Continuous assessment: Evaluations conducted throughout the course the programme in the form of individual or collective assignments to be submitted.
- Final assessment: Carried out at the end of the course and may take a number of different forms, most of which are individual.
At the end of the programme, participants must validate 60 ECTS credits.
If certain modules have not been validated and therefore credits not obtained, the student may take a resit examination during the periods set aside for this purpose.
Professional experience
A professional experience (of minimum four months) is mandatory to validate your 2-year MSc. It can take place at the end of the first or second year of studies, in France or abroad.
Marina Bastounis
Head of programme
Expand your professional horizons and reach for a Master of Science from a top French business school.
Stories
Anqi YANG
2013-14
The first year of my MSc was a year of building the fundamentals skills necessary for almost every aspect of my professional life. Courses like Quantitative Methods gave me skills related to several fields of study, like economics and finance, helping me to read and analyse data in a more objective way. Geopolitics provided me with a comprehensive vision of world trade. Also, a full day’s work in an English-speaking environment strengthened my preparation for work in an international context. The courses were extremely useful and gave me confidence in my skills. What I also liked a lot is the diversity of teachers; they are from different countries, which really gives me a feeling of studying in an international school.
Romain PENNEL
2013-14
After completing a special two-year diploma in Marketing & Trade, I chose to go abroad and complement it with a bachelor’s degree in English. After graduating with a 3-year bachelor’s degree, I decided to enrol in the two-year MSc option at NEOMA Business School. It was the ideal solution for me, and I was able to earn a Master of Science. The first year at NEOMA prepared me for my MSc courses and the professional challenges of international business.
Participant testimonials
Born in Canada, I grew up in Australia, completing a bachelor’s degree in marketing before tackling a national marketing management role in the tech sector. A stint in management consulting followed, but I was restless. I have always wanted to live and work in France, and the MSc Cultural & Creat...
Coming from a background in literature, I was looking for a school that would allow me to continue my studies in the field of culture. During my oral exams at NEOMA, I discovered the MSc Cultural & Creative Industries, which corresponded perfectly to what I was looking for. Thanks to this program...
Elisa PENNANEAC’H
Digital Marketing Product Manager AUDIOLIB
Elisa PENNANEAC’H
Etudiante“As students in Cultural and Creative Industries, we were very few but undoubtedly passionate about a common theme. Culture has connected us closer, allowing us to have precious and curious exchanges in and out of class. Another important point is that the almost exhaustive panel of speakers prov...
“I have always been interested in arts and the cultural industries in general. The programme included many interventions from professionals / lecturers who were active in different cultural industries, from film production companies to publishing industries, not to forget public cultural key inst...
“I followed the Cultural Industries major during of my education at NEOMA Business School. It gave me both a theoretical and practical knowledge of the creative industries – the movie industry, the publishing industry or the performing arts, in a very original approach. For instance, we got to cr...
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Practical information
Programme duration :
1-year course: 15 months (435 hours)
2-year course: 12 months (year 1) + 15 months (year 2)
Tuition fee :
1-year course: €19,300
2-year course: €30,300
Location :
Rouen
Language of instruction :
English
Next intake date :
October 2025
Entry level :
1-year course: 4-year Bachelor’s degree or 3-year Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 1 year professional experience
2-year course: 3-year Bachelor’s degree
Degree awarded :
Master of Science, "Grade de Master" / Level 7 Qualification on the RNCP (French Register of Professional Certifications) / RNCP sheet No. 37684, Advanced degree in international management
Registration date: 01/09/2023 - NEOMA
