What does an Arts and Health Policy Analyst do?

Policy analysts work across various sectors, including government agencies, educational institutions, hospitals, and community organizations. For Berklee students, this role demonstrates how arts can influence public health on a societal level.

At a Glance

Career Path

A master’s degree in public policy, public health, and arts administration is common preparation for policy analyst roles. Many begin as research assistants or program coordinators before advancing into analyst or advisor positions. For Berklee students, the foundation for graduate study can be built through a degree in music therapy or coursework in research methods, statistics, economics, program development, grant writing, and arts and health practicums.

Finding Work

Seek analyst, research, evaluation, or advocacy roles with government agencies, nonprofits, think tanks, hospitals, educational institutions, foundations, and community organizations.

Professional Skills

Policy research; data analysis; advocacy writing; public speaking

Interpersonal Skills

Critical thinking; communication; advocacy; cultural competence

Work Life

Primarily office-based with travel to hearings or conferences.

The Berklee Boost

Employers look for skills learned in the following Berklee programs.