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BA (Hons) Music Business and Events Management

  • Undergraduate
  • London
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BA (Hons) Music Business and Events Management
London Metropolitan University

Course Overview

Intake

N/A

Duration

3 years

Course Description

This cutting-edge Music Business and Events Management BA (Hons) degree is designed to provide the knowledge and industry contacts required for a successful career in the music and entertainment sectors. The course offers a high level of subject specialism from the first year, incorporating research and input from industry connections. Students will gain hands-on experience by organising live events, working with real clients, and exploring digital strategies, business models, and music rights. The curriculum covers every business sector of music, including streaming, artist management, merchandising, and innovative business operations. Taught by experts with industry-praised research, the course prepares students for roles in start-ups, major labels, and independent companies. Available as a three-year full-time programme or a four-year part-time route, the course focuses on leadership, negotiation, and marketing strategies. Students will benefit from networking events, guest talks, and team projects, ensuring they are well-equipped to navigate the evolving music and events landscape upon graduation.

Tuition Fee Details

The tuition fee for UK home students is £9,790 per year for full-time study. Part-time study is £2,445 per 30 credit module. Tuition fees for subsequent years may be subject to inflationary increases by the UK government. The university reserves the right to increase the tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. More information on the latest fee can be found on the institution website.

Course Structure

Academic Skills

15 Credits

Event Planning and Management

15 Credits

Events & Music Professions

15 Credits

Events Cultures & Live Scenes

15 Credits

Introduction to Events and the Events Industry

15 Credits

Music Business Essentials

15 Credits

Music Publishing

15 Credits

Principles of Marketing

15 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates can pursue roles such as record label managers, live event promoters, digital publishers, artist managers, and marketing consultants. The course prepares students for work in major labels, independent companies, and start-ups.