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Having entered the art world with an undergraduate degree in economics and no background in art, MA Contemporary Art program provided me with an understanding of the fundamentals of art business. From understanding how social and political factors inform artists and art movements, to developing the skills necessary to engage with art in its variety of mediums, my studies have allowed me to speak intelligently about art, and most importantly, to learn how to respect what artists are trying to convey. This experience has taught me to look at art through a more informed lens.

I completed the MA in Contemporary Art in London. My time at Sotheby’s gave me both an entry point into and an understanding of the global art world. During my Master’s studies, I not only gained an incredible amount of academic knowledge, but was also introduced to the London art world and began building my career. In my work, I look at artworks all the time, and having the ability to critically assess and understand them is very important. The skill of visual analysis, as well as developing an eye, was a major focus during my studies, and I am glad that the tutors paid so much attention to it. We were constantly looking at different works and were expected to discuss them. We were also encouraged to go to exhibitions. You learn this skill as a student and then continue to refine it during your professional life.

I applied to Sotheby’s Institute of Art to learn more about the commercial art market and the business of art. I received a Master in Arts in Art Business at Sotheby’s Institute, and my courses included Art Law, International Art Markets, and Art Advisory and Collection Building. I also developed a Curatorial Thesis focused on Black Speculative Art theory, Afrosurrealism, and Afrofuturism. The MA Art Business program gave me a greater understanding of the different forces at play in the art market and how they work together for an artist and their career. It also made me more knowledgeable about the different art-related career opportunities available. Hearing from industry guest speakers, from Amy Cappellazzo to Jerry Saltz, exposed me and my fellow students to the different impacts professionals can make in the industry. It was empowering to be surrounded by professionals with various career experiences through our faculty, like Judith Prowda and Claude Grunitzky. We had a unique experience learning about art not only from a cultural and historical perspective, but also from a legal, financial, and market perspective.

I had been wanting to study art history at Sotheby’s Institute for a long time and had always been drawn to the Institute’s MA Contemporary Art. I eventually started with a short course, which gave me a solid base and the chance to delve into a subject I’d always been passionate about. I instantly loved the Institute’s teaching approach—placing students in front of artworks, encouraging dialogue, and connecting theory with real experience. After my initial course. I truly believe I could not have received a better education. I constantly recommend the program to others! The MA not only provided me with in-depth knowledge of contemporary art, but it also strengthened my critical thinking, offered a clear structure of how the art world functions, and introduced me to the wide range of professional paths within it.

I did the MA Art Business at the London campus because of its course reputation, faculty, and the depth and breadth of the program. I was looking for a course that would give me a broad but thorough introduction to the commercial art world. The MA Art Business program at Sotheby’s Institute inspired me to explore contemporary art, dream big, and nurture my confidence in international cross-cultural networking, which gave me the encouragement to find my path in the art business world. I would recommend this program to those with an interest in working in the commercial art world and collaborating with art industry players or to those who have an interest in collecting art.

My time at Sotheby’s Institute was deeply enriching, and a big part of that was thanks to the incredible professors. Their expertise, support, and ability to connect theory with real-world examples made the learning experience truly engaging and inspiring. I loved how the MA Luxury Business program covered a wide range of luxury sectors—from hospitality and jewelry to fashion and art—and explored the evolving definition of luxury across cultures and time periods. Being in London really enhanced the experience, as the city itself is a global hub for art, fashion, and luxury. I especially appreciated the immersive learning. We had the opportunity to visit incredible places like the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) in London, Rathfinny Wine Estate in Sussex, Van Cleef & Arpels School in Paris, and Mandarin Oriental in Milan. These experiences offered invaluable insight into how luxury is created, curated, and communicated in different contexts. In addition to the site visits, we were also joined by a range of guest speakers from across the luxury sectors, including areas like jewelry and hospitality, who shared valuable insights into their careers, challenges, and lessons learned—adding a real-world dimension that made the learning feel even more relevant and inspiring. I also really enjoyed taking electives from other programs—my course on art forgery, for example, was especially eye-opening and gave me a new lens through which to view authenticity in the luxury space.

My time at the faculty of economics was definitely a good one. After arriving in a new country, I needed some time to warm up but, fortunately, I know some Czechs who kindly included me in the Czech life and culture. Although the level of complexity was not as high as I expected and as I was used to from my Bachelor's, I really appreciate the practical approach during the courses. Working with real-life cases, projects and learn useful management tools really improved my understanding of these topics. Overall, it was a good time and I am thankful for the support from the uni and professors during the courses and administrative obstacles.

Faculty of Economics & Administration, Masaryk University responded to this reviewAugust 18, 2025

Thank you for your kind words, Aaron!

Disclaimer: no sugar coating, going to tell all good and bad about ECON MUNI. I am a master's level student specializing in business management and have a very brief professional experience in tech sales. I know you all expected to know general information about studying in Czech and Masaryk university but I love to go in details, I mean that's what our professors love: more passion more energy in your reports and presentation :)) . Thanks to this, as a student from Faculty of Economics I know inside out of the subjects I am studying so we can be the best future leaders and managers. I am especially grateful about the courses with seminars/labs to teach us real skills that connect academia and professional journey ahead us in the corporate world. I am talking about my favorite ERP course and university has given us access to dynamics 365 business central by Microsoft yes you heard that right in which you can get hands on experience for Financial management Sales Marketing Supply chain management Project management and a lot more I am talking about just one course and there are large number of courses the faculty offers to us with all the learning materials we need. On top of that, there is no restriction in exploring your interests and pursuing courses at other faculties. All in all, I think Masaryk university is the best place to study and become your best self!

I studied full 2-year master program at Masaryk University and had the best time of my life! I absolutely loved the program of my studies, as it helped me improve in areas that I wanted to grow and gave me great start for my career. Big part of my phenomenal experience are people: from my fellow study colleagues that are my friends for life now, to profesors and study coordinators that really contributed to learning Czech culture, having fun times and learning in positive environment. I cannot even describe in short words how this changed my life both personally and professionally, and I would recommend to everybody to study at Masaryk University. Not only for the quality education, but also for being able to enjoy great opportunities as student in Brno, for absorbing beauties of Czechia and meeting so many different cultures all in one place!

Having completed my Master’s Degree Program in Business Management at Masaryk University, I boldly can say that it exceeded my expectations in every aspect. The curriculum was meticulously designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of contemporary business principles, coupled with practical applications and real-world case studies. The professors, who are experts in their respective fields, were incredibly supportive and provided invaluable insights throughout the program. The multicultural environment enhanced my learning experience, allowing me to collaborate with peers from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. The university’s facilities and resources were top-notch, further enriching the academic journey. I highly recommend this program to anyone seeking a robust education in business management.

Faculty of Economics & Administration, Masaryk University responded to this reviewApril 04, 2024

Thank you, Gyasi!

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