Sotheby's Institute of Art

For over 50 years Sotheby’s Institute has been devoted to the study of art and its markets with programs in London, New York City, and Online.

The Institute offers a wide course catalogue throughout the year. Short professional development courses or online classes fit into a working professional’s schedule. The Master’s degree allows full-time students to gain foundational knowledge for a future career. Areas of expertise span contemporary art to curating, luxury to logistics, art law to valuation, and much more. This makes Sotheby’s Institute of Art the premier educational choice for individuals who wish to excel in any area of the art world.

From field study trips to behind-the-scenes visits and expert-led instruction – a Sotheby’s Institute experience includes a unique, first-hand study of the art world, making sure that students are well equipped with a depth of understanding, art historical scholarship, and business acumen relevant to today’s art world.