Online Music Business Courses
Our 4- and 12-week online music business courses are authored and taught by industry experts and the same renowned instructors that teach at Berklee College of Music's Boston campus.
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Applied Mathematics for Musicians
Level 1
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
This action-oriented course is designed to help you build your own knowledge of, and confidence in, math in practical ways that relate directly to the world of music.
Artist Management
Level 2
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Explore the role and importance of an artist manager, what they do, and how it impacts the career of the artist and their brand.
Artist Management in the Music Business
Level 6 (Proof of a Bachelor's Degree Required)
Credit:
$2,817
Non-credit:
$2,615
Learn the strategy behind effective artist management, as well as the best approaches for growing and sustaining artists' careers, and much more.
Proof of a bachelor's degree is required to enroll in non-degree, graduate-level courses.
Business Communications
Level 2
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Learn effective techniques for choosing the right format, tone, and message for diverse audiences and the most appropriate way to deliver the message.
Career and Job Success in the Music Industry
Level 4
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Explore the ins and outs of career development and learn from Berklee alumni and employers about what you need to succeed in the music industry today.
College Writing
Level 1
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Develop academic writing and expository prose techniques for creating clear and coherent written works necessary for college-level work.
Computer Programming Fundamentals
Level 1
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Learn to read, understand, and modify basic code in a variety of languages, whether in music creation software, web-based applications, or business software, with an organized, logical approach.
Copyright Law
Level 3
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Understand how creative works are protected by copyright law, what rights you have as a content owner, and how to leverage your copyrights to generate income.
Creative Entrepreneurship
Level 3
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Develop the mindset, knowledge, and insights required to pursue an entrepreneurial track and learn to leverage your creativity for business innovation.
Culminating Experience in IDMS 1
Level 6
Credit:
$2,817
Non-credit:
$2,615
The culminating experience course requires students to complete a significant culminating project based on the designated areas of concentration in the interdisciplinary music studies master’s degree and represents the highest expression of their learning at the graduate level.
Culminating Experience in Music Business 1
Level 6
Credit:
$1,497
Non-credit:
$1,250
Through the culminating experience, students make a creative contribution to, and/or define and solve a problem that exists in the profession. This contribution may take the form of a research, creative, or practical project. Regardless of the form the culminating experience takes, it represents the highest expression of the students’ learning at the master’s level.
Culminating Experience in Music Business 2
Level 6
Credit:
$1,497
Non-credit:
$1,250
In this course, a continuation of Culminating Experience in Music Business 1, students bring their culminating experience from first draft to finished form, with regular feedback from faculty. In addition, they prepare for their final presentation and ultimately present their work to the culminating experience committee and online graduate community.
Data Analytics in the Music Business
Level 5 (Proof of a Bachelor's Degree Required)
Credit:
$2,817
Non-credit:
$2,615
Gain a deep understanding of the role of data in the business of music through illustrative case studies and practical application..
Proof of a bachelor's degree is required to enroll in non-degree, graduate-level courses.
International Music Marketing: Developing Your Music Career Abroad
Level 3
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Gain in-depth knowledge on the expertise and strategy required to release, market, publish, tour, and export music in the global music industry.
Music Business 101
Level 1
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Gain an overview of the music business and how various segments of the industry operate while discovering the career opportunities that are available to you.
Music Business Finance
Level 4
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Get a hands-on understanding of music business finance and learn how to apply the critical tools of financial analysis to drive new music businesses.
Music Business Finance for Entrepreneurs
Level 5 (Proof of a Bachelor's Degree Required)
Credit:
$2,817
Non-credit:
$2,615
Gain an understanding of the finances behind the music industry and surrounding industries by learning the necessary calculations that drive these markets.
Proof of a bachelor's degree is required to enroll in non-degree, graduate-level courses.
Music Business Law
Level 5 (Proof of a Bachelor's Degree Required)
Credit:
$2,817
Non-credit:
$2,615
Analyze the most important legal issues impacting the contemporary music industry by exploring copyright law, including fair use and public domain.
Proof of a bachelor's degree is required to enroll in non-degree, graduate-level courses.
Music Business Law for Artists
Level 3
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Music Business Law for Artists examines the business and legal issues of special concern to songwriters and musicians.
Music Business Leadership and Ethics
Level 3
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Gain the leadership tools and the ethical decision-making framework you need to make sound business decisions in real time.
Music Business Management and Leadership
Level 6 (Proof of a Bachelor's Degree Required)
Credit:
$2,817
Non-credit:
$2,615
Learn how to become an effective leader in the music industry and how to apply that awareness in multiple environments to give you a competitive advantage.
Proof of a bachelor's degree is required to enroll in non-degree, graduate-level courses.
Music Business Policy
Level 6 (Proof of a Bachelor's Degree Required)
Credit:
$2,817
Non-credit:
$2,615
Expand your knowledge of worldwide laws and regulations, and cultivate your leadership ability to help solve persistent problems in the global music industry.
Proof of a bachelor's degree is required to enroll in non-degree, graduate-level courses.
Music Business Research Methods
Level 6
Credit:
$1,497
Non-credit:
$1,250
The culminating experience helps to shape your next steps in the music industry and in your career. In short, the culminating experience provides an opportunity for you to complete unique and original professional work. Through the culminating experience, you make a creative contribution to and/or define and solve a problem that exists in the profession.
Music Business Revenue Streams
Level 5 (Proof of a Bachelor's Degree Required)
Credit:
$2,817
Non-credit:
$2,615
Analyze how revenue is generated in the music business, examining the history and current status of revenue streams and their impact on the industry.
Proof of a bachelor's degree is required to enroll in non-degree, graduate-level courses.
Music Business Trends and Strategies
Level 2
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Gain a forward-thinking approach to key issues in the music industry and learn and how to create new music business possibilities as well as leverage existing opportunities.
Music Career Strategies: Brand Identity Development for Artists, Songwriters, and Producers
Level 5 (Proof of a Bachelor's Degree Required)
Credit:
$2,817
Non-credit:
$2,615
This course explores the intersection of branding and personal and creative identity, giving artists, songwriters, and producers useful career strategies to use when navigating their journey in the music business.
Proof of a bachelor's degree is required to enroll in non-degree, graduate-level courses.
Music Licensing
Level 4
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Learn how to make money through creative licensing of your music and how to introduce it to music supervisors, ad creatives, video game producers, and more.
Music Marketing 101
Level 1
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
This course provides you with the foundational knowledge to design, plan, and execute an integrated music marketing campaign, whether you are a self-promoting artist or a business collaborator, working with artists.
Music Marketing: Strategy for Consumer Brands
Level 6 (Proof of a Bachelor's Degree Required)
Credit:
$2,817
Non-credit:
$2,615
Learn how to best align brands and musical artists and devise strategies for campaigns that have measurable outcomes.
Proof of a bachelor's degree is required to enroll in non-degree, graduate-level courses.
Music Publishing 101
Level 2
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Create and operate your own publishing company, and learn how to effectively promote and place your songs into income-generating opportunities.
Music Supervision 1
Level 4
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Explore the ins and outs of music supervision so that you can achieve the best possible outcome for yourself or client on either side of a licensing transaction.
Music Supervision 2
Level 4
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Expand your range of negotiation techniques and licensing practices. Working as a team member on a longform project will build collaborative skills required to succeed in the fast-paced world of music supervision and post production.
Music Venue Management
Level 2
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Learn what it takes to launch and run a successful live music venue, exploring the inner-workings of establishing and running nightly shows at a music club.
New Media Economics: Music, Mobile, Gaming, and Online Markets
Level 2
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Explore how technological innovation and convergence impact the production and consumption of new media content, and learn how key economic concepts influence and evolve within this economy.
Project Management for Musicians
Level 1
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Successfully complete your music industry-related projects by setting up a process for planning, executing, and monitoring your work to achieve your goals.
Songwriting Sync Success: The Art and Craft of Licensing, Film/TV, Advertising, and Production Music
Level 6 (Proof of a Bachelor's Degree Required)
Credit:
$2,817
Non-credit:
$2,615
Songwriting Sync Success is a comprehensive look at the many enigmatic ways in which a professional songwriter can make a living beyond just “writing hits.” It draws directly from the author’s personal real-world experience to demystify these intriguing (and often lucrative) arenas of the industry.
Proof of a bachelor's degree is required to enroll in non-degree, graduate-level courses.
The Business of Music Marketing
Level 5 (Proof of a Bachelor's Degree Required)
Credit:
$2,817
Non-credit:
$2,615
In this course you will gain a professional-level knowledge of cutting edge marketing techniques essential for any music-centric business.
Proof of a bachelor's degree is required to enroll in non-degree, graduate-level courses.
Touring 101
Level 2
Credit:
$1,545
Non-credit:
$1,290
Learn the skills every musician and music industry professional needs to build a successful touring career from their first gig to their headlining stadium dates.
