Overview

The Music and Entertainment Business program at Ferris State University combines a solid business background with an emphasis on the music and entertainment business. Students are required to complete a minimum of two internships which allow them to focus on areas of the industry which interest them. Internships frequently take place in major metropolitan markets, and smaller regional markets, for well-known record labels, radio stations, manufacturers, agents, and concert venues.

Students may also take part in conferences and trade shows sponsored by the Music Business Association. These are currently held in Nashville, Tennessee and are attended by industry professionals representing major and independent record companies, distributors, major and independent music publishers, artist management agencies, and entertainment law firms.

Within the degree program, all areas of the music and entertainment business are explored with emphasis on preparing students for positions in marketing, management, sales, advertising, public relations, and promotion. Previous formal training in music is not required for admission to the program. Select music courses are required to enhance the student’s understanding of the role of a performing artist.

Career Prospects

As a result of their academic preparation, in conjunction with the extensive hands-on component of this curriculum (derived from two internships, participation in national/international trade shows and conventions, and active involvement in the student-based organization which functions as a model production company), our graduates are sought after by employers from New York to L.A., Nashville to Chicago, and regional markets throughout the country.

Accreditation

The Music & Entertainment Business program is endorsed by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), the professional trade organization that represents the global music products industry.

Programme Structure

Course include:

Principles of Financial Accounting

Principles of Managerial Accounting

Contracts and Sales

Integrating Experience

Financial Management

Business Information Systems

Applied Management

Principles of Marketing

Statistics

Consumer Behavior

The Music and Entertainment Business

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 SCH

120-122

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Big Rapids, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

2.50 High School GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
SAT Scores Two of the Three Criteria:ERW SAT score of 450 or higher.
Math SAT score of 500 or higher. Placement in MATH 109 or 110 will be considered (Math SAT score of 480 or higher).
Composite SAT of 900 or higher.
ACT Scores Two of the Three Criteria:English ACT score of 16 or higher.
Math ACT score of 19 or higher.
Reading ACT score of 19 or higher.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

23884 USD / year

≈ 23884 USD / year
Out-of-State

14420 USD / year

≈ 14420 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14420 USD / year

≈ 14420 USD / year

Additional Details

US residents and Canadians pay the same amount

Living costs

Big Rapids

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Career Prospects

Accreditation

Programme Structure

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Credits

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