Overview

Equip yourself with the technical and entrepreneurial know-how to establish a career in the music business. This dynamic program prepares its students to think about what’s new and next, using technology, business acumen and creative thinking to empower students with the most sought-after skills that performers, songwriters and other creatives need in the 21st century.

Within the NASM-accredited Music Industry - Music Business course from University of Memphis , you will study how the music business currently operates and where the business is headed in the key areas of music publishing, licensing, law, management, touring, marketing, and entrepreneurship. This degree will prepare you for various music business-focused careers, including artist manager, booking agent, music publisher, business manager, concert promoter, music supervisor, label operations manager, entrepreneur, and more.

Through experiential training with the School’s student-run label, BlueTom Records, and the school’s on-campus record company, High Water Records and its publishing imprint, Music River Publishing, students can acquire comprehensive insight and experience across the many sub-disciplines of the music business.

You will enjoy state-of-the-art music facilities and work with a large and diverse community of faculty, students, and industry professionals. You’ll have the opportunity to attend numerous concerts, clinics, and master classes given by students, faculty, and visiting artists that will broaden your experience. Additionally, the University’s location allows limitless opportunities to plug into a vibrant music city.

Outcomes:

Music Business students will obtain competitive and marketable expertise in publishing, marketing, distribution, production, management, and record company operations through real-world experience through the University-owned label and imprint.

Music Business students will develop the professional, technical and interpersonal skills that you need to work collaboratively with other artists in areas including touring, recorded music, publishing, merchandising, and sponsorship

Music Business students will acquire the business skills required to efficiently run a music business company, protect intellectual property and comprehend the legal aspects of the music business

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Programme Structure

Courses include

Personal Financial Management

Public Relations

Music Promo/Public Relations

Visual Media

Organization and Mgmt

Business Communications

Marketing

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Credit Awarded for CBSE Students

The University of Memphis proudly recognizes the hard work and academic excellence of CBSE students. Eligible students may receive up to 15 credit hours toward their degree. That is equivalent to a 12.5% saving on cost of education and one full semester of coursework. This opportunity helps students reduce the time and cost required to graduate, enabling a faster path to success.

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Memphis, United States

Disciplines

Business Administration Music View 2679 other Bachelors in Music in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

No Credential Evaluations are required for undergraduate and graduate students admission for the following year

All students, both freshmen and transfer, must apply online for admission undergraduate students.

Freshman admission is competitive and based upon a comprehensive review of the student’s academic record. The primary factors include the high school/secondary grade point average and demonstrated English proficiency.
Pay the non-refundable undergraduate application fee of $50.
Applicants should upload a copy of their official international transcript or marks sheet (high school/secondary or college/university) to their application portal.
Demonstrated English language proficiency is required of all international students.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18744 USD / year

≈ 18744 USD / year
Out-of-State

14040 USD / year

≈ 14040 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

9336 USD / year

≈ 9336 USD / year

Living costs

Memphis

United States

955 - 1582 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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