If your career goal is to secure a professional role in the international art world, a Master’s degree at Christie’s Education New York will provide you with the training, networks and experiences necessary to embark on your ambitions. Studying at the heart of Christie’s auction house, you will have access to Christie’s specialists, hands-on encounters with works of art and behind-the-scenes insight into the commercial realities of the world’s leading art business.

Our two degree programs provide complementary opportunities to begin your career. Both are intensive fifteen-month degrees taught by our experienced academic staff and a prestigious visiting faculty.

MA Modern and Contemporary Art and the Market has trained students to be effective art world professionals since 1998. This program emphasizes the importance of direct contact with original works of art, and explores the history of art and the art market. This interdisciplinary program provides an in-depth study of modern and contemporary art and the market from the mid-19th century to the present day. Alumni of the program work throughout the global art world. Learn more

MA Art, Law and Business provides an in-depth study of the relationships between art, law and business and how they influence the commercial art world. It combines rigorous academic coursework with hands-on practical training and workshops. Emphasizing practice over theory, the program introduces students to the foundational tools, skills and concepts of the art market, law and business. Learn more

Find out more about Christie’s Education’s global programs of Master’s degrees, continuing education and online courses at christies.edu.