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Cynthia Ries

Adjunct Assistant Professor

Arts & Humanities

Practical Skills for Thriving in the Arts Industry

Fast Facts

  • Has spent her career in nonprofit arts, from arts funding to museum leadership
  • She has taught in NYU SPS arts management programs for over 25 years, helping students grow their careers
  • Her courses emphasize practical skills, networking, and real-world projects that prepare students for leadership roles in the arts

Networks are critical to career success now, and this program is rich with them.”

Preparing Leaders for a Changing Industry

Real-world Learning with Immediate Impact