MP 1500 - How the Music Industry Works

Credits: 3

In this freshman-level foundations course, students will acquire broad familiarity with music industry trends and the range of possible careers in music and sound production. Students will engage with professional skills required of content producers, pre- and post-production processes, and standard financial, legal, and organizational relationships. Through topical lectures and applied exercises addressing music industry operations, artist rights, accounting practices, and professional development, students will understand career options and begin to acquire the professional and communication skills needed to engage in the field.

Prerequisites: None

Course Learning Outcomes:

Evaluate music industry career options and case studies.
Evaluate copyright violation and fair-use standards.
Demonstrate project management and budgeting.
Create professional writing examples.
Analyze industry trends and growth areas.