The Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) is reimagining advanced education for professional practitioners once again with the return of a redesigned  Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Product Management — a 30-credit online graduate program built for creative professionals seeking to lead at the intersection of design, technology, and innovation. Combining design thinking, generative intelligence tools, sustainable sourcing, and effective communication strategies, the program prepares graduates to manage artisanal, digital, and luxury products in today’s rapidly evolving markets. 

Applications are open now, with classes beginning in January 2026. Designed for working professionals, the program offers the flexibility to learn on your schedule while gaining the tools to bring ideas from concept to market. With four flexible pathways—Digital Product Management, Luxury Goods & Experience Design, Artisanal & Craft Production, and Ethical Global Sourcing & Sustainability—students gain both strategic vision and hands-on expertise to bring responsible, market-ready products from concept to launch  and graduate with the confidence to lead creative teams, tell compelling product stories, and drive innovation across industries.

At launch, the program features two specialized Pathways:

• Digital Product Management — Bridge creativity and technology to lead digital innovation through AI, data insight, and emerging product strategies.

• Luxury Goods & Experience Design — Create meaningful experiences and sustainable luxury brands that balance cultural value, aesthetics, and responsibility.

Launching in Fall 2026, two additional Pathways will expand the program’s reach:

• Artisanal & Craft Production — Shape sustainable futures for tangible products through ethical sourcing, design thinking, and circular production models.

• Ethical Global Sourcing & Sustainability — Lead responsible innovation on a global scale by integrating design, strategy, and environmental stewardship.

“At MICA, we believe creativity is a catalyst for change,” said Cecilia McCormick, President of MICA. “The MPS in Product Management equips professionals to lead with vision and purpose — applying creative problem-solving to design products and systems that make a real impact.”

Rooted in MICA’s mission to advance creativity for a better world, the MPS in Product Management prepares makers, designers, and innovators to navigate the complex space where art meets industry. Graduates will emerge ready to lead — bringing thoughtful, forward-looking solutions to some of today’s most dynamic fields.

Applications for the Spring 2026 cohort are now open. Learn more and apply at mica.edu/pm