About your MA (Hons) Music Business programme
Providing a comprehensive deep dive into the global music industry, this dynamic multidisciplinary course is plugged into the heart of the music ecosystem, offering artists, managers, executives and entrepreneurs a wealth of opportunities to take their careers to the next level.
Through this forward-looking music business master’s programme, you’ll immerse yourself in debates and discussions around the societal, cultural and environmental impacts of the business of music. You’ll explore the intricacies of ethical, data-driven decision-making, the complexities of intellectual property exploitation and the need for continuous innovation in business models to advance your understanding of the contemporary music industry. And, led by experts and specialists at the forefront of their careers, you’ll make new connections and unlock insights on every facet of the industry
– from the latest tools, techniques and technologies, to the most cutting-edge concepts and forecasts of future practices.
To deliver a truly broad and diverse exploration of the industry, we have designed the course to immerse you in each sector of the music business. Through these versatile and interactive modules, you’ll gain a rich understanding of the laws and customs that govern this complex world, navigating topics such as rights management and contractual frameworks, and the latest trends such as the ‘financialisation’ of music. Employing data analysis to unlock the secrets of marketing, strategy and customer-experience optimisation, you’ll become fluent in tactical decision-making and consumer behaviour.