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At the Richfield campus of Globe University/Minnesota School of Business (GU/MSB), we offer a two-year degree in music business. The program prepares students for entry-level positions in the music industry. Graduates are also ready to take on the challenges of small business ownership.
Contact our Richfield campus at 800-752-4223 to learn about our music business associate degree. Talk with a representative to find out about financial aid, program requirements and the admissions process.
Check out our Music Biz student Web site: http://www.msbmusicbiz.com. Or call to schedule a tour of our production facility.
Career opportunities for music business graduates
Students can look forward to positions such as the following:
- Artist managers
- Music venue operators
- Music promoters
Students in this program often have externships or part-time jobs during college that turn into full-time positions. Our career services staff helps them identify opportunities both during school and after graduation.
Coursework for the associate degree in music business
The associate degree in music business requires students complete 94 quarter-credits, of which 30 are general education requirements and 64 are core requirements. The core requirements cover subjects such as:
- Accounting Principles
- Business Communication
- MS Office Professional
- Entertainment Networking and Self Promotion
- Music Fundamentals
- Recording Industry
- Copyright and Music Publishing
- Artist Management & Live Performance
- Music Business in Radio & Television
- Audio Production
- MIDI Production
- Small Business Management
- Art of Selling
- Marketing
- Advertising & Promotion
- Student Success
- Career Development
Students can complete this program in as few as 21 months of full-time study.
Preparation for further study
The two year degree program in music business can also serve as a foundation for students seeking further education. Students can return to school to earn business management bachelor’s degrees with an emphasis in music business. They can also complete our bachelor's degree in media business. In either case, most of the credits from the associate degree program will transfer smoothly to the new degree program.
Students who have been working in the industry may be able to reduce the number of classes they need to take for the BS degree by seeking credit for work experience and prior learning. This can save them both time and money. Please contact your campus dean about the process of applying for credit.
Call us for further information
If you’ve been thinking about a career in the music industry, our two-year degree program may be the practical education that can get you started. Contact GU/MSB-Richfield at 800-752-4223 to learn the details and find out about financial aid, the admissions process and degree requirements.