M.A. in Cultural Leadership & Management

The MA in Cultural Leadership & Management at Goucher College is for people who believe leadership should be grounded in values, accountable to communities, and capable of shaping meaningful change. Designed for those who want to lead with cultural awareness and ethical clarity, the program prepares students for leadership and management roles across nonprofit, public, and for-profit environments. Centered on cultural sustainability, the curriculum emphasizes ethical leadership, organizational and project management, policy and advocacy, and community-centered practice—equipping students to work thoughtfully with power, institutions, and people. Join us for an overview of the MA in Cultural Leadership & Management at Goucher College and learn more about the program’s curriculum, practitioner faculty, applied learning opportunities, the application process, and career pathways. Register today to secure your spot. Melanie Lytle is the director of the MA in Cultural Leadership and Management at Goucher College, where she also serves as Assistant Professor of Practice and director of the MA in Historic Preservation. An alumna of Goucher’s graduate program, her career has focused on the intersection of cultural heritage, nonprofit leadership, public policy, and community engagement. Her professional background includes work as a heritage consultant and in senior leadership roles within nonprofit and advocacy organizations. She is also the owner of a mission-driven craft restoration business, bringing an applied, entrepreneurial perspective to cultural leadership, organizational management, and ethical decision-making. Melanie is a longtime board member of Restoration Works International and has worked with the organization in Nepal, India, and the United States.