B.S. in Music Business
The Bachelor of Science degree in Music Business program is designed for students who want to earn a place in the music business industry, and prepares students for employment in music, music business, and business fields, such as the music products industry, the recording industry, arts administrative positions, and entertainment law, among others. The degree combines instruction in foundational music skills, with flexible options within music study, music business specific courses, and coursework in business through the Department of Business Administration. The degree provides students with both musical skills and knowledge along with an up-to-date understanding of, and hands-on experiences in, the music industry.
Unlike the Bachelor of Music in Music Business degree, no audition is required for this major.
Outcomes
Students will be able to:
- apply foundational knowledge of music notation in an expressive musical performance.
- analyze and evaluate a music business case study.
- to identify and define basic principles music business law.
- demonstrate the ability to communicate about both business and musical concepts in a professional setting.
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“I found my calling on the music business side of things, rallying people to the stage, versus trying to be the one on stage. That’s what I was talented at. I think you should focus on your strengths. I identified my strength as being an administrator, a gatherer of like-minded people.”
Founder of The Lake George Music Festival