Sotheby's Institute of Art, the academic arm of the Sotheby's auction house, is expanding its focus on luxury business education with three M.A. programs in Luxury Business. These programs, offered in New York and London as well as online, train students in sectors such as fashion, jewelry, watches, and wines and spirits, leveraging the institute's connections to the art market and luxury brands like Chanel, Cartier, LVMH, and Tiffany & Co. Program director Natasha Degen and Dr. Federica Carlotto emphasize the blurring boundaries between art and luxury, and the need for cross-disciplinary expertise.
This matters because the luxury sector is experiencing rapid international market growth, and the art world increasingly overlaps with luxury industries. By equipping future professionals with specialized knowledge and direct access to major luxury houses, Sotheby's Institute is shaping a new generation of leaders who can navigate the complex, evolving ecosystem where art, culture, and commerce converge. The program's immersive, experiential approach also sets a precedent for how art schools can adapt to market trends and prepare students for high-demand careers.