Innovating Arts Education in Higher Education: A Decade of Arts Entrepreneurship Education in the United States

This work examines the growth and evolution of arts entrepreneurship education (AEE) in higher education institutions (HEIs) over the past decade. It examines the conceptual evolution of AEE as an emerging academic discipline, its diverse program offerings, and the teaching and learning of entrepreneurial competencies for arts students. The work advocates for innovative pedagogies and curricular approaches that balance artistic integrity with entrepreneurial success. The analysis identifies trends in program structures and competency frameworks in preparing arts graduates for dynamic careers. This review concludes with insights into future research directions in curriculum and pedagogical design, student outcome and program impact evaluation, and career/cultural sustainability in AEE.