Master’s Degree

MA in Luxury Business

Date: Fall 2026
Duration: 1+ Year
Location: New York
Program: Master’s Degree
Mode of Learning: In-Person
Language: English
Topic: Luxury

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Open the door to the world’s leading luxury companies.

Luxury is evolving—driven by shifting consumer values, cultural crossovers, and the creative energy of global cities. The New York MA in Luxury Business prepares students to navigate and shape this dynamic industry with insight, confidence, and a forward-thinking perspective.

This program cultivates the analytical, conceptual, and professional tools needed to thrive in high-end markets, with a distinctive focus on the growing intersection of art and luxury. Led by esteemed faculty, students engage in rigorous coursework, exclusive seminars, and on-site visits to leading luxury businesses across New York City.

New York itself is the ultimate classroom. As the global hub of commerce, creativity, and culture, the city is home to flagship stores and headquarters of renowned brands including Hermès, Chanel, Cartier, LVMH, and Tiffany & Co. From Fifth Avenue to SoHo, students gain firsthand exposure to the strategies, operations, and innovations driving the luxury sector today.

Designed for ambitious graduates, entrepreneurs, and professionals seeking to advance or pivot their careers, the MA in Luxury Business offers an immersive education that bridges business acumen with cultural fluency, equipping graduates to excel in a fast-moving global market.

Highlights

Cultural Context

The program delves deep into the cultural, historical, and creative dimensions of luxury, fostering a nuanced understanding that sets graduates apart in the industry.

Experiential Learning

International study trips and visits are significant learning events, where travel, experiencing art in situ, and informal access to tutors come together to create an immersive and enriching experience.

First-hand Insight

Students gain a deep understanding of how luxury is created and experienced across different contexts, learning directly from industry practices and case studies.

Next Steps

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Career Pathways

MA Luxury Business graduates will contribute to a growing area of expertise in the global luxury market and will be proficient in navigating both the business and the creative side of the field.

Every luxury company of renown has flagships located in New York, including Hermès, Chanel, Rolex, BMW, Cartier, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., LVMH, and Richemont, validation that Manhattan is the best luxury corporate environment for today’s young professional.

Details

Academic Structure

The Master’s degree is awarded for 36-credit hours. Students take 30 credits across semesters one and two, and complete a 6-credit thesis or capstone project in the third semester.

Tuition and Fees

Fall 2026 Entry

Tuition: $75,500

Tuition includes participation in the field study component.

For more information on scholarships, financial aid, tuition, and program fees, click here.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Student Policies

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Enterprise Studio

The Enterprise Studio was created as an extra-curricular program for Master’s students to receive training and support for new business ventures, culminating in a start-up pitch competition, the Gavel. Through close access to mentors, students have the chance to shape their plans from ideation to execution with the winning Gavel team receiving significant seed funding for their future business.

Federica Carlotto on the Boundaries of Art and Luxury

“Through collaborations and sponsorships with art institutions and artists, luxury brands have been positioning themselves as cultural agencies,” says Federica Carlotto, Program Director of the MA in Luxury Business (London). In today’s evolving luxury landscape, brands are reaching beyond their traditional spheres to forge deeper connections with art, culture, and design.

Living in New York City

Located in the center of Manhattan, the Institute’s New York campus offers easy access to the city’s extraordinary cultural and historical resources. First-hand encounters with artwork, exhibition spaces, and the people who run them are an integral part of the learning experience and a key aspect of the program.

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