Service Management, Culture and Creativity Management - Master of Science programme

About Culture and creativity management 

The Culture and Creativity Management specialisation gives you an understanding of how cultural and creative organisations are structured and why these structures differ across the public, private and non-profit sectors. You will study leadership, management and governance in environments where artistic and creative processes are central. 

You will explore the unique conditions that foster entrepreneurship and innovation in the cultural, creative, and non-profit sectors. This includes understanding the challenges professionals in these fields face and the strategies they use to overcome them. 

About Service Management 

This programme gives you in-depth knowledge of the service sectors with an understanding of the specific organisational and managerial needs of service activities.

You will develop the skills to create, manage, and organise innovative business ideas, services, ventures, and organisations. You will also explore the intricate connections between organisation and leadership in a service context. During the programme you will learn of organisational and management theories, equipping you with the expertise needed to excel in the field. 

The programme is taught at Lund University in Helsingborg.

A social science programme 

This is a social science programme with a strong link to research, which shapes the teaching approach. The focus on social science theory sets it apart from other management programmes. 

From theory to applied knowledge

This programme integrates theoretical knowledge with practical insights. The courses combine theoretical lectures and research assignments with excursions and guest lectures from industry representatives. 

The courses are designed to develop your critical thinking and analytical skills. This will enable you to make informed evaluations and propose solutions to industry challenges. This program will enable you to describe and challenge key theories, concepts, and perspectives, such as service logic, within service studies.

Examinations 

You will be assessed in many different ways, for example by oral and written examinations. You will also make group presentations and written individual assignments.  

Degree 

After completing the programme, you will receive a degree of Master of Science (120 credits) with a major in Service Management. 

Career

This programme is suitable for a career in the cultural sector, public administration, creative industries, or the nonprofit sector. Whether you're looking to enhance your entrepreneurial and managerial skills or deepen your understanding of these industries, this programme prepares you for roles such as manager, analyst, entrepreneur, civil servant, consultant, or researcher. 

The programme also provides a good academic foundation for doctoral studies. 

Entry requirements

A Bachelor’s degree with a major (i.e. at least 90 ECTS credits) within one of the following areas: Social Sciences, Business Administration or equivalent. To be eligible for the specialization Culture and Creativity Management the equivalent of a Bachelor’s degree with a major (i.e. at least 90 ECTS credits) in Cultural Sciences or equivalent is also sufficient. English course 6/English level 2 (advanced proficiency).

Selection criteria

Based on the student’s ability to complete the programme. Students are ranked on the basis of previous study results (grades on courses and the Bachelor’s degree project) and a statement of purpose.

Tuition fees for non-EU/EEA citizens

Citizens of countries outside:

• The European Union (EU)
• The European Economic Area (EEA) and
• Switzerland

are required to pay tuition fees. You pay an instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each
semester.

Tuition fees, payments and exemptions

Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 270,000
First payment: SEK 67,500

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Note that you may also need to pay an application fee, or provide proof of exemption.

Application fee

No tuition fees for citizens of the EU, EEA and Switzerland

There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.

Lund University Global Scholarship Programme

The Lund University Global Scholarship programme is a merit-based and selective scholarship targeted at top academic students from countries outside the EU/EEA.

Lund University Global Scholarship

African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Scholarship

Within the framework of the Lund University Global Scholarship programme, the University also offers the African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Scholarship targeted at top academic students from selected African research universities. 

ARUA Scholarship

Swedish Institute Scholarship: Global professionals

The Swedish Institute offers scholarships to international students from certain countries who are applying for select Master's programmes in Sweden. 

Scholarship information on the Swedish Institute website 

Country-specific scholarships and funding options

Lund University has agreements with scholarship organisations and funding bodies in different countries, which may allow applicants to apply for funding or scholarships in their home countries for their studies at Lund University. Most agreements are intended for Master’s applicants, although certain opportunities may also be available to Bachelor’s students.

Country-specific scholarships

External scholarships

In addition to scholarships offered by Lund University or through its partner agreements, there are external opportunities. On the page below, you’ll find examples of organisations that may provide financial support for international students from specific countries. 

External scholarships