Sotheby’s Institute has more than fifty years of experience educating and training the next generation of cultural entrepreneurs and leaders.
Our 12-week professional courses in London are perfect for aspiring art professionals and creatives. With part-time classes that fit your schedule, you’ll benefit from both in-classroom learning and exciting on-site visits.
Art Business and Art History Professional Certificate Courses offer practical skills to help you navigate and thrive in the art world. Connect with like-minded individuals, collaborate on projects, and build lasting relationships that extend beyond the classroom.
Art Business
Our art business course demystifies the art industry by introducing key players, global markets, and its economic history. Participants gain practical skills in market analysis, management, and innovative business models, with opportunities to develop and pitch their own art business.
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Art History
This course delves into the history of art from ancient civilizations to the digital era, focusing on Western art while introducing modern and contemporary art from Asia and Africa. It examines technological impacts and the global contemporary art scene, emphasizing art history’s role within the art ecosystem. Key practical skills such as authentication, conservation, and display are taught by guest speakers who are art world professionals.
This hands-on experience is vital for anyone looking to navigate the art world confidently, whether as a professional or a serious collector.
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Art Business and Art History
This comprehensive 12-week program combines Art Business and Art History courses. This immersive experience offers a well-rounded introduction to the art industry, unveiling its key players, infrastructure, and rich cultural and economic history.
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