Music Business Certificate - Academic Plan

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Total Credits = 16

Discover how to create, manage, and promote your music with a Music Business Certificate from ACC. Students will learn how to develop their business skills in the music industry so they can apply for careers in artist management, music marketing, publishing, the live entertainment industry, or entrepreneurship. The music industry is comprised of companies as well as independent artists that earn money by creating music, organizing live events, record both audio and video recordings, composing music, and working in organizations and associations that support musicians worldwide. Students at ACC can learn the basics of every major facet of the industry, choose what fits them, and learn how to further explore the area that best suits their career goals. This certificate can also transfer to a 4-year Music Business degree.

Program Outcomes

ACC’s Music Business Certificate prepares students for opportunities in music promotion, publishing, touring, and marketing. Discover how to create, manage, and promote your music.

Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Recommendations

Where requirements are listed as course categories (e.g. Electives, Arts/Humanities) rather than as specific courses, please note that depending upon course choice, prerequisites may be required.

*Grade C or better required

Recommended Course Sequence (Full-Time Track)

Year 1 - Fall

MUS 2067 - Music Marketing Strategies 3 Credits
MUS 1067 - Music Business I 3 Credits
MUS 1069 - Project Management for Musicians 3 Credits

Year 1 - Spring

MUS 2084 - Internship 1 Credit
MUS 2060 - The Business of Live Music Performance 3 Credits
MUS 2063 - Music Publishing 3 Credits

Notes

Course availability is subject to change.
Refer to 2024/2025 catalog for specific requirements and important information about this certificate.