Business Management and Music Production (Hons) Liverpool Hope University

Overview

The Business Management and Music Production (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University offers a balanced 50/50 split between two dynamic and evolving disciplines. This undergraduate programme is designed to equip students with the creative technical skills required for modern sound engineering alongside a robust understanding of how international organisations operate in uncertain environments.

Why Business Management and Music Production (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University?

Students benefit from the university's prestigious AACSB accreditation within the Business School, ensuring a high standard of theoretical and practical education. The music component is deeply integrated into Liverpool’s world-renowned music scene, offering access to professional studios and modern adaptable spaces. A distinctive feature of the curriculum is the Young Enterprise initiative, where students collaborate to establish and run a legal business start-up, gaining invaluable hands-on experience in entrepreneurship. Furthermore, the Liverpool Hope X Carhartt lecture series provides direct access to industry guest speakers from major labels and digital audio innovators.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 15225 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum merges traditional management principles with contemporary music technology. Modules may include:

• Audio Recording
• Mixing
• Live Sound
• Artist Development
• Audio for Multimedia
• Organisational Dynamics
• Management Processes
• Business Principles
• Production Cultures

Careers with Business Management and Music Production (Hons)

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of professional paths in both the creative arts and corporate sectors. The programme develops transferable skills highly sought after by employers, focusing on sustainable creative approaches and ethical business practices. Potential career destinations include roles in studio engineering, live sound production, and artist management. Additionally, the business training provides a foundation for management positions in small to medium enterprises, public organisations, or global multinational companies. The practical experience gained through the Young Enterprise project also supports those looking to launch their own independent ventures or consultancies.