MASTER IN

PERFORMING ARTS
IN COLLABORATION WITH
MANAGEMENT
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ACADEMIC BOARD PROGRAMME AFTER YOUR MASTER ADMISSION, FEES AND
INFORMATION FINANCING

Welcome Message Why study Performing Alumni Network Application process

Arts Management
Accademia Teatro alla Alumni Testimonials
Scala Key Features

POLIMI Graduate Learning Journey and

School of Management Areas of interest and
Programme modules
Piccolo Teatro di Milano
Management Faculty
Our Partners
Internship programmes

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ACADEMIC BOARD

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WELCOME MESSAGE

LUISA VINCI
Accademia Teatro alla Scala
General Manager

Accademia Teatro alla Scala trains and develops all capable of weaving a dense network of
professional figures associated in some way with internationals relations, optimizing available
theater performances, with a special emphasis on financial resources and generating new ones, but
opera, through its four departments (Music, Dance, also able to produce broad-reaching projects within
Stagecraft and Management). a well targeted and effective cultural policy.
The teaching methodology, grounded in the
philosophy of learning by doing, provides daily The partnership with POLIMI Graduate School of
experience on stage and behind the scenes Management, an internationally recognized
alongside the established artists, managers, management school that fully shares the
professionals and technicians of Teatro alla Scala, Accademia’s vision and educational mission, full
supported by the contributions of internationally responds to that objective. And the same
famous experts and specialists. commonality of purpose is also shared with the
Piccolo Teatro di Milano - Teatro d’Europa, one of
Always attuned to socioeconomic developments in the city’s most active institutions in cultural
the employment market, the Accademia firmly marketing.
believes in the importance of training managers for
the performing arts, professionals who are not only
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ACCADEMIA TEATRO ALLA SCALA

The Accademia Teatro alla Scala, The Accademia Teatro alla Scala presided by
Victor Massiah and managed by Luisa Vinci, as private foundation today is an
institution universally recognized as among the best for the training in
performing arts.
A unique experience in Europe, through its four departments - Music, Ballet,
Stage-workshops, Management - and a Didactical Area, it covers all the
professional profiles tied to musical theater, availing itself with teachers who
represent the finest experts from the Scala and pertinent fields. There are
students from all over the world, ranging in age from 6 to 30, who every year
work hard to embody excellence, not only in the artistic realm, but also in
technical and managerial matters: opera singers, musicians, chorus singers,
assistant conductors, piano accompaniers, dancers, set designers, hair and
makeup artists, lighting designers, carpenters, stage technicians, sound
technicians, set photographers and managers. The teaching approach of the
institution is based on the direct engagement with the internships, concerts,
shows and exhibitions. In addition, there is the annual “Academy Project”, part
of the calendar of the Teatro itself. Through these appointments the students
are challenged at a national and international level. In the past few years, the
Accademia has increased international performances of its student body in
well-known theaters as well as festivals. To which are also to be added the
international activity carried out by the Cultural Cooperation Section.
Ever since it was first constituted, the Accademia has considered it a priority
to maintain an international outlook and, with European Community funding,
to develop valuable projects based on research and cultural cooperation with
European and non-European theatrical institutions.

FOUNDERS REGISTER
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POLIMI GRADUATE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

We create meaningful paths for future business

leaders and the businesses they will lead, guided by
the over-arching belief that we have an important role
to play in shaping a better world for all. We believe
that education is key to preparing future leaders,
equipping them with the hands-on experience and
practical skills they will need in order to meet the
challenges society will be facing in future.

Based in Milan, Italy’s main business centre, our With over 18,000 alumni and 3,000 students every
school was created over 40 years ago as MIP year we are an innovative and entrepreneurial
Politecnico di Milano and today it is a not-for-profit community made up of diverse people and
Consortia Limited Company composed of the partners. We see the power of relationships as a
University and a group of leading Italian and constant source of enrichment, innovation and
multinational companies. We offer more than 40 inspiration, personal and professional. At POLIMI
masters degrees, including MBAs and EMBAs, and Graduate School of Management we believe in
a catalogue of over 200 open programmes, along creating strong networks and actively work and
with customised training for companies. We partner with national and international companies
continue to innovate, and our digital learning as well as other European business schools. These
systems allow us to seamlessly integrate fruitful relationships enable us to enrich our
personalised and continuous learning experiences master's degrees and courses with practical
into our programmes and have placed us amongst experience and expertise – additionally opening up
the top-ranked Online MBA rankings globally. future career opportunities for our students.
As part of the School of Management of Politecnico
di Milano, we are among the few “Triple Crown”
accredited schools across the world.

While we’re firmly rooted in Milan, our campuses

are not restricted and include several locations in
the city, and we actively encourage students to
engagement with the city itself as part of the
experience. Our combined campuses, located in
the academic centre of excellence that forms part
of Politecnico di Milano, Bovisa, and our new
campus in Milan’s thriving south-central
neighbourhood, Navigli, are at the heart of Milan’s
creative, cultural and scholarly centres, where our
students can enjoy an innovative and
entrepreneurial atmosphere to inspire and
connect them with each other and the city. We also
have several valuable partnerships across Italy and
internationally that add to our students’
experiences and exchange options.

At POLIMI GSoM we take sustainability seriously

and continue to work towards a better, more
conscious future. We work by actively seeking to
maximise our positive impact on society through
constructive projects and initiatives, and in 2020
we were the first European Business School to
become a B Corp certified business.

We feel that any business leader, and any business

on the planet, through innovation, creativity and
purpose, can play a key role in shaping our future.
At POLIMI GSoM we are proud of our passionate
belief in creating a better future for all.
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PICCOLO TEATRO DI MILANO

The Piccolo Teatro was established on the 14 May 1947 by Giorgio Strehler,
Paolo Grassi and Nina Vinchi. It was the first public theater to be built in Italy,
and the most popular on the national and international scene.

The vision of the founders was to create an institution, supported by the

central government and by local authorities (the Municipality and the Province
of Milan, the Region of Lombardy), as a public service essential for the
wellbeing of its citizens. The slogan that accompanied the birth of the Piccolo
Teatro was “un Teatro d’Arte per Tutti” (“An Arts Theater for Everyone”) and
this phrase still sums up the theater’s mission today: to stage quality shows for
the broadest possible audience. Since 1991, the Piccolo Teatro di Milano is also
a “Teatro d’Europa” (Theater of Europe).

In over sixty-seven years of activity, the Piccolo Teatro has produced more
than 300 shows (200 of which directed by Strehler). Since 1998, with the
changeover to Sergio Escobar and Luca Ronconi, the Piccolo has expanded its
international and interdisciplinary dimension, proposing itself as the ideal
cultural center for the city and for Europe. At the Piccolo Teatro, dance, prose,
festivals, film screenings, round tables and in-depth meetings on cultural
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metters alternate on the stage. Since 1 September 2015 Stefano Massini has
been the artistic consultant of the Piccolo Teatro. From the end of 2020,
Piccolo Teatro passes under the direction of Claudio Longhi.
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OUR PARTNERS

In partnership with

In collaboration with With the advocacy of

With special thanks to

Distinguished Lecture and Internship programme

The
Metropolitan
Opera NY

Academic exchange and field project with

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PROGRAMME
INFORMATION

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WHY STUDY PERFORMING ARTS MANAGEMENT

Conceived and organized by Accademia Teatro alla Scala in collaboration with

the POLIMI Graduate School of Management and the Piccolo Teatro di Milano
- Teatro d’Europa, our Master aims to give young professionals a global
perspective on the world of the performing arts, in order to couple cultural and
KEY FACTS
artistic knowledge with economic and managerial skills. Duration Language Location

We offer a particular focus on Europe, North America and emerging markets 20 months English Milan
with lectures led by international and renowned experts. Centering the NOVEMBER 2024 - JULY 2026 (UPPER INTERMEDIATE OR • ACCADEMIA TEATRO
ABOVE) ALLA SCALA;
development of each individual student, the curriculum features an organically
• A FAIR KNOWLEDGE OF • POLIMI GRADUATE
structured set of complementary and interdependent modules and activities ITALIAN IS REQUIRED SCHOOL OF
allowing our students to learn and develop managerial skills in each area of the • ENGLISH AND ITALIAN MANAGEMENT;
PREPARATORY COURSES • PICCOLO TEATRO DI
performing arts’ field. WILL BE AVAILABLE ON MILANO - TEATRO
REQUEST (NOT INCLUDED D’EUROPA
IN THE TUITION FEE)
The close bond with Teatro alla Scala and the chance to learn with top
professionals from different departments of the theater allow our students to
acquire an in-depth knowledge of the performing arts field and to live the
unique experience of La Scala.

The course is completed with a guaranteed internship for each student at an

internationally acclaimed cultural institution.

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

DOMINIQUE MEYER NICHOLAS PAYNE

General Manager and Artistic Opera Europa
Director Teatro alla Scala

The Master in Performing Arts Management is a crucial programme because The Master in Performing Arts Management can play a fundamental role in
nowadays running Opera Theater requires not only a good administration of creating the expertise needed to run opera companies. More than ever today
the available resources, but also the capability to find new ones. A healthy and tomorrow, opera managers must be competent in a variety of skills. My
theater should reach the balance between public funds, private funds and wish is that this wonderful initiative in Milano, at the hearts of the land which
revenues from the box office. invented opera, will attract students not only from Italy but throughout Europe
and beyond Europe. It promises to become a centre of excellence which will
nurture both the future of our profession and the diffusion of the art which we
love.
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KEY FEATURES

GLOBAL NETWORK LIFE EXPERIENCE

Thanks to international lecturers and experts from Throughout our network of cultural institutions,
renowned cultural institutions, our students have students have the unique opportunity to live the
the opportunity to learn the specificities of the cultural offer of Milan.
Performing Arts sector on a global level.

TEATRO ALLA SCALA POLIMI NETWORK

The strong bond with La Scala gives our students Students will make contact with Politecnico
the incredible opportunity to take part into a Alumni’s network and with the Startup accelerator
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cultural institution known worldwide. PoliHub, getting the chance to participate to

special events and having their new business ideas
revised for free.

LEARNING BY DOING
Theoretical and practical lectures in which the
students exercise on case histories, best practices
and role plays.

PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
Students are constantly supervised and oriented
by professional tutors during the coursework and
the internships.

GUARANTEED
INTERNSHIP
EXPERIENCE
Students have the chance to intern 3 to 6 months
into some of the most renowned cultural
institutions of the world.

PLACEMENT
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More than the 90% of the 2019-2020 students is

employed in the performing arts field within about a
year from the graduation.
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LEARNING JOURNEY

NOVEMBER 2024 1. Coursework: full time

JULY 2025 2. 3-to 6 months of internship program in Italy or

abroad (from July 2025 to July 2026, in different
frames of time)

NOVEMBER 2025 3. Final project work:

• a practice oriented project
• an academic project
• an internship report

JULY 2026 4. •
•
Final project defense
Graduation
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AREAS OF INTEREST AND PROGRAMME MODULES

Economics & Management

• Economic sustainability and performance management
• Management and innovation for the performing arts
• Human resources and corporate organizations

Production
• Theater as production model
• Festival as production model
• Tour management intensive
• Orchestra management intensive
• Dance management intensive
• Supply chain management for the performing arts

Marketing & Communication

• Performing arts marketing
• Communication for the performing arts
• Field project in collaboration with Piccolo Teatro

Development
• Fundraising and sponsoring for the performing arts

Present & future Administration History of Performing Professional Growth

perspectives Arts
• Cultural policies, community engagement • Law and performing arts • History of opera • Team building and negotiation skills
and education • Artistic administration intensive • History of dance and ballet • Arts and crafts in the performing arts
• Focus on the US
• Emerging markets
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MASTER IN PERFORMING ARTS

MANAGEMENT FACULTY

• Tommaso Abbiati, Head of Marketing and Fundraising at Accademia

Teatro alla Scala
• Tommaso Agasisti, Full Professor at Politecnico di Milano - School of
Management
• Deborah Agostino, Associate Professor at Politecnico di Milano - School
of Management
• Davide Armati Battistelli, Stage Manager ad Teatro alla Scala
• Michela Arnaboldi, Full Professor at Politecnico di Milano - School of
Management
• Richard Baesley Maloney, Associate Professor, New York University,
United States
• Axel Baisch, Managing Director at Hertie School of Government Berlin
• Umberto Bellodi, Head of Cultural Cooperation Department at Accademia
Teatro alla Scala
• Paolo Belluso, Tour Manager
• Alberto Benedetto, Head of Production Management at Piccolo Teatro di
Milano - Teatro d’Europa
• Paolo Besana, Head of Press Relations at Teatro alla Scala
• Lutgart Behiels, Vice President Marketing, Warner Classics and Erato
• Enzo Andrea Bignotti, Controller at Teatro alla Scala
• David Binder, Senior Executive Producer
• Paola Bisi, Head of External Relations and Communication at Accademia
Teatro alla Scala
• Andrea Boggio, Professor of History and Social Sciences at Bryant
University
• Andrea Boi, Stage Manager at Teatro alla Scala
• Alessandro Borchini, Head of Marketing and Communication at Piccolo
Teatro di Milano - Teatro d’Europa
• Daniele Borniquez, Head of Music Department at Accademia Teatro alla
Scala
• Alan Brown, Principal at WolfBrown
• Katherine E. Brown, Executive Director at New York City Ballet
• Tommaso Buganza, Associate Professor at Politecnico di Milano - School
of Management
• Raffaella Cagliano, Full Professor at Politecnico di Milano - School of
Management
• Francesca Campagna, General Director of the Center for Contemporary
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Opera

• Rita Cannata, Senior HR Consultant

• Amy Cassello, Interim Artistic Director, Brooklyn Academy of Music
• Maria De Rosa, Director of Production at Teatro alla Scala
• Serge Dorny, Superintedent at Bayerische Staatsoper
• Silvia Farina, Web and Social Media Manager at Teatro alla Scala
• Rossella Ferrari, Professor of China Studies, University of Wien
• Nadia Ferrigno, Director of Programming at Teatro alla Scala
• Marco Gambaro, Associate Professor of Media Economics and Economics
of Comunication at University of Milano
• Francesco Giambrone, Superintendent at Teatro dell'Opera di Roma
• Roberto Giovanardi, Senior Artistic Consultant
• Andrew Higgins, Director of Development at Imperial War Museums
• Lucio Lamberti, Associate Professor at Politecnico di Milano - School of
Management
• Lanfranco Li Cauli, Head of Marketing and Fundraising at Teatro alla Scala
• Claudio Longhi, General Director at Piccolo Teatro di Milano - Teatro
d'Europa
• Franco Malgrande, Chief Technical Officer at Teatro alla Scala
• Peter Maniura, Director of IMZ Academy and Senior Communication
Consultant
• Marianna Martinoni, Senior Consultant in Fundraising
• Dominique Meyer, CEO and Artistic Director at Teatro alla Scala
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• Andrea Minetto, Cultural Project Manager

• Kirsten Munro, Director of Development, The Joyce Theater Foundation
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• Adelechiara Nicoletti, Senior Manager International Marketing & Artists'

Brand Development, Warner Classics
• Giuliano Noci, Full Professor at Politecnico di Milano - School of
Management
• Elena Park, Executive Producer, Radio & Supervising Producer, Live in HD
at the Metropolitan Opera
• Elena Paul, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary, Alvin Ailey
American Dance Theater
• Nicholas Payne, Opera Europa
• Ronald Perlwitz, Head of Music Program for the Abu Dhabi Tourism &
Culture Authority
• Paolo Petrocelli, Head of Dubai Opera
• Gianluca Pojaghi, Partner of Pojaghi Law Firm
• Jorge Prendas, Director of the Educational Program at Casa da Música
• Fabio Sartorelli, Professor at the "G. Verdi" Conservatory in Milan
• Amanda Saunders, Director of Development at the Royal Opera House
Covent Garden
• Christina Scheppelmann, General Director at Seattle Opera
• Marc Scorca, President/CEO, Opera America
• Jordi Sellas i Ferrés, Senior Marketing Consultant
• Carmen Spiazzi, Head of Administration at Piccolo Teatro di Milano -
Teatro d’Europa
• Alain Surrans, General Director at Angers Nantes Opera
• Andrea Tober, President at the Hanns Eisler University of Music
• Carlo Torresani, Director of Cultural Promotion at Teatro alla Scala
• Ilias Tzempetonidis, Casting Director and Artistic Area Coordinator at
Teatro S. Carlo
• Roberto Verganti, Full Professor at Politecnico di Milano - School of
Management
• Karsten Witt, Founder of the Karsten Witt Musik Management
• Flora Yu, Executive Director at Hong Kong Arts Festival
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INTERNSHIP PROGRAMMES

The educational path is completed with an internship

experience (3 to 6 months) guaranteed to each
student. This is a great opportunity to learn on the job
and to benefit from our solid and extensive Italian and
International network of theaters, festivals and
performing arts institutions.

AMONG THE RELEVANT HOSTING PERFORMING ARTS INSTITUTIONS THAT HOSTED OUR
STUDENTS THERE ARE:

• Teatro alla Scala (Milan) • Karsten Witt Musik Management (Berlin)

• Piccolo Teatro di Milano - Teatro d’Europa • Hong Kong Arts Festival (Hong Kong)
(Milan)
• Ping-Pong Arts (Beijing)
• The Metropolitan Opera (New York)
• Opera North (Leeds)
• New York City Ballet (New York)
• Opèra de Lyon (Lyon)
• American Ballet Theatre (New York)
• Opera Europa (Brussels)
• Brooklyn Academy of Music (New York)
• Teatro Real (Madrid)
• Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation (New York)
• IDEAL Centre d'Arts Digitals de Barcelona
• Teatro Regio di Torino (Turin) (Barcelona)
• Teatro dell’Opera di Roma (Rome) • Nostromo Live (Barcelona)
• Teatro Massimo (Palermo) • Festival Verdi (Parma)
• Teatro San Carlo (Naples) • ATER (Modena)
• London Symphony Orchestra (London) • As.Li.Co (Como)
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• Warner Classics (Paris) • Aterballetto (Reggio Emilia)

FIELD PROJECT

PICCOLO TEATRO DI In the field project led by the Marketing and Communication Department of
the Piccolo Teatro di Milano, the class is divided into different groups which
have to develop a project on a specific topic. The students have about ten

MILANO
days of time to complete the project and they spend this period inside the
offices of the Piccolo Teatro. The whole work on the project will be evaluated
by a commission composed by professionals from Piccolo Teatro.

INTERNATIONAL IN COLLABORATION WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF ZURICH (NOT

MANDATORY)

WEEK
During the International week organized by Accademia Teatro alla Scala in
collaboration with the Executive Master in Arts Administration of the
University of Zurich, our students have the chance to focus on repertoire
theaters in Europe, learning from a very close perspective the artistic and
managerial specificities of this model of production.
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STUDENT PROFILE

Admission requirements

1. Candidates with a B.A. or equivalent

who wish to pursue a career in the
performing arts or cultural sector. 2. Candidates with formal music, arts or
dance education who wish to acquire
managerial and organisational skills. 3. Candidates without a formal degree
who have a minimum of 3 to 5 years
working experience in any field and
wish to pursue a career change.
General knowledge of the non-profit
4. The age limit for admission to the
Master is 35 years old.

sector would be advantageous.

65% 15% 12% 7% 1% 0%

AREA OF ORIGIN

Italy Europe Americas Asia Africa Oceania

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

80%
Humanities/Law
16%
Economics
4%
Scientific disciplines

PLACEMENTS

For the last two editions of the Master, AMONG THE RELEVANT INSTITUTIONS WHERE OUR MPAM GRADUATES
HAVE GAINED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE ARE:
the percentage of placement has been Teatro alla Scala, Metropolitan Opera, Piccolo Teatro, Opera North, Seattle
between the 75% and the 95%, within Opera, Warner Classics, Deutsche Nationaltheater und Staatskapelle Weimar,
Accademia Teatro alla Scala, Teatro Franco Parenti, Teatro Elfo Puccini,
one year from the graduation. Fondazione Cariplo, Collezione Peggy Guggenheim, InArt Management,
Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Teatro Regio di Torino, Flash
Entertainment Abu Dhabi, Orchestra Sinfonica laVerdi, Operabase, Daniele
Cipriani Entertainment, Aterballetto, ATER Fondazione, Nostromo Live
Barcellona, Al Bustan Festival Beirut, Teatro Regio di Parma, Orchestra Haydn,
Conservatorio di Musica Giuseppe Verdi, The Global Food Innovation Summit.
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AFTER YOUR
MASTER

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ALUMNI NETWORK

Your entry into the POLIMI Graduate School of Management and Accademia
Teatro alla Scala communities begins upon your arrival and continues after
your graduation, when you join the POLIMI GSoM alumni network, which has
over 18,000 graduates, and the larger Politecnico di Milano community, with
more than 210,000 members, including over 35,000 graduates from the
School of Management, as well as the Accademia Teatro alla Scala alumni
network.

The School's Alumni Engagement Team is constantly working to provide the

entire community of former students with opportunities for meeting and
exchanging their skills and experience. All this is with a view to feeding and
nurturing a cohesive community: a successful career is, in fact, the result of a
unique fusion of exceptional skills and expertise, as well as constant
professional development and a network of valuable, high-quality contacts,
which is built precisely through being part of the community.

Community engagement is based on three main pillars, which are: shaping

purposeful careers, leading through connections and igniting the future.
As for the first of these, the School partners with our alumni through
professional and personal development programmes designed for all those
who aspire to be Purposeful Innovators and to generate a positive impact on
society. The services include the Purposeful Coaching path, aimed at
supporting alumni in building meaningful careers guided by a clear and
defined Purpose, and the Professional Development – Training Catalogue,
dedicated to strengthening the knowledge and the application of career

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management skills useful for building sustainable careers.

As for the second, our Alumni Clubs – which you will be able to join – should
be mentioned. Created to bring together people who share an interest or a
professional goal, they allow alumni – and also students – to meet, share
experiences and stay in contact with the School. Each of our Clubs – Business
& Digital Transformation, Consulting, Corporate Innovation, Entrepreneurship,
Finance Innovation, Football, Healthcare & Life Sciences, LeadHERship –
Empowering Women in Business, MBA, Project Management, Sailing, Supply
Chain Management & Logistics and Wine Tech – creates a strong sense of
belonging. Finally, let’s not forget Shape the Future, the Global Alumni
Conference organised by and for the Alumni Community to celebrate the
accomplishments that shape the future of innovation, entrepreneurship and
sustainability.

Moreover, you’ll also be able to subscribe, both online and via app, to ALUMNI
Accademia La Scala: a lively, dynamic space that hosts a community of young
talents who have entrusted their futures to one of Europe’s leading
educational institutes in the performing arts. Pursuing their studies at the
same institute, Academy alumni have shared unique experiences in the
classrooms, behind the scenes, and on stage at Teatro alla Scala, learning,
assimilating and mastering a particular way of living and doing theatre. They
are young people who have nurtured their passion through hard work and
determination, transforming it into a profession. Now, backed by a wealth of
skills, competencies, and knowledge, they have become true maestri of the La
Scala method, its ambassadors to the world.

Alumni La Scala was formed so that this heritage of experiences and

knowledge can be strengthened and expanded through constant new input.
The majority of the content are organized into specific sections, allowing the
alumni to continue their professional growth and stay abreast of the latest
developments: job opportunities (job platform), professional and personal
exchange (networking), invitations to exclusive events (events), exclusive
learning opportunities (lifelong learning), mentoring for the youngest alumni
by acclaimed former students (mentorship), and a section where they can
present their own projects to the community (incubator).

The platform is also open to companies and institutions involved in cultural

promotion, the performing arts, advertising, or events. These include not only
those having longstanding collaborative relationships with the Academy, but
also the many different organizations looking for professional figures with a
solid background in culture and the performing arts, a guarantee offered by
the La Scala Academy. Companies and institutions can post job offers and
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promote their events and projects in a specifically dedicated section. These

are additional opportunities for encounters within the community and for
bringing new vitality and dynamism to Alumni Accademia La Scala.
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ALUMNI TESTIMONIALS
ROMY NICOLE CARBONE The Master's program has proven to be an extraordinary opportunity for a full
immersion in the performing arts. Thanks to lectures with professionals in the
field, it is possible to understand how the different departments of a theater
The coursework work, but not only that, it allows students to compare the renowned entities in
the area with international ones. The courses provide a theoretical basis, but
thanks to group projects, which turn out to be the most interesting challenge,
it is possible to concretely apply the concepts learned. What also makes the
Master's program stimulating is the convergence of multiple cultures and
diverse backgrounds, which are united by a common passion for the
performing arts.

LETIZIA MUSELLA During my master's program in Performing Arts Management, I found the
experience of being in class truly remarkable. What made it so special was the
chance to connect with classmates of different nationalities, each bringing
their unique backgrounds and perspectives into our learning environment.
The class Working with this diverse group was not just educational but also incredibly
enriching. It was like taking a journey through the global tapestry of the
performing arts. Hearing about their cultural approaches to arts management
was eye-opening and often led to fascinating discussions and insights.
What made this experience even more special was the relationships formed. I
wasn't just building a network; I was forging friendships that would last a
lifetime. These connections have proven to be a vital part of my career,
offering support, collaboration, and a constant source of inspiration.

GIACOMO NIOLA Being an intern in the Production Department of Teatro alla Scala allowed me
to discover what it truly means to be inside the engine and heart of a large-
scale Theatre. It gave me the opportunity to collaborate with every
Internship, Production Department department, therefore making me see the invisible lines of how everything is
at Teatro alla Scala dynamically connected. It has been an extremely stimulating experience that
added fuel to my interest towards the Production area of the Performing Arts.

AXEL VAUDEY My 5-month internship at the Metropolitan Opera in the Marketing &
Communications department, was absolutely incredible. I got to dive into a
variety of tasks, like helping with sales and promotional marketing, managing
Internship, Metropolitan Opera front house communications, creating social media content, and organizing
House, New York City public events. Despite the massive staff of around 3,000 people, they really
make you feel part of the team. I got to join different meetings, discuss with
other departments and I was mostly encouraged to share my thoughts,
suggestions, and ideas. And I have to admit, being able to attend some
performances and Met opera productions in that amazing theater was a
fantastic perk!
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APPLICATION
PROCESS AND
INFORMATION

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APPLICATION PROCESS

DEADLINES 1.1 •

•
EU citizens: 1st October 2024

Non-EU citizens: 17th September 2024

Please, note that we have different round of

selections planned (see below) and we admit until
full capacity of the class.

APPLICATION DEADLINES AND 2.1 •

•
•
13th February 2024 → 21st February 2024
7th March 2024 → 19th March 2024
23rd April 2024 → 30th April 2024

SELECTION ROUNDS
• 21st May 2024 → 29th May 2024
• 11th June 2024 → 18th June 2024
• 8th July 2024 → 15th July 2024
• 17th Septemember 2024 → 24th September
2024
• 1st October 2024 → 8th October 2024
HERE YOU CAN FIND OUR EIGHT SELECTION ROUNDS. THE DATES
ON THE LEFT REFER TO THE APPLICATION DEADLINES, WHILE THE
DATES ON THE RIGHT INDICATE THE DAYS OF THE INTERVIEWS. THE
LAST SELECTION ROUND IS LIMITED TO EU CITIZENS. FOR MORE
DETAILS, PLEASE CONTACT: MASTER.MPAM@GSOM.POLIMI.IT

DUE TO THE LARGE NUMBER OF APPLICANTS, EARLY APPLICATIONS

ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED.

HOW TO APPLY 3.1 STEP 1: SUBMIT APPLICATION

Submit your application on our platform Apply
GSoM →.

Attach the following documents:

• CV

• Motivational letter

• 2 reference letters

• Copy of passport or European ID

• University transcript or equivalent

• English certificate (if available)

• 1 ID picture

Upon payment of the application fee amounting to

100€ you will be able to proceed with the following
steps.

STEP 2: WRITTEN TEST

Master’s staff will send you a written assignment
that must be completed (and sent to
master.mpam@gsom.polimi.it) before the
interview.

STEP 3: INTERVIEW
To be held either face-to-face or via Microsoft
Teams.

STEP 4: FINAL DECISION AND ENROLMENT

You will be informed by e-mail of the final decision
on your application and you will be asked to sign
the contract and complete the payment of the first
instalment so that you will be able to finalize your
enrolment to the Master.

FEES 4.1 19.000 euros to be paid in 4 instalments. This

amount includes course materials.

SCHOLARSHIPS 5.1 There are some scholarships available for Italian

and International students.

For more information, visit our websites:

www.gsom.polimi.it/mpam
www.accademialascala.it/mpam

INFORMATION 6.1 For more information about the Master

programme, scholarships and other means for
financing your studies, please contact:
• infocorsi@accademialascala.it
• master.mpam@gsom.polimi.it
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