The BA in Music Business teaches students essential knowledge and skills in the fields of music and business that are necessary for pursuing a career in related fields. To do that, this interdisciplinary major engages students in comprehensive music study, complemented by coursework in business concepts, management, finance, economics, accounting and the music industry.
Preparing for the diverse career opportunities in music is no small feat. Our BA in Music Business will provide you with the essential business and music knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career in this ever-expanding field. In this interdisciplinary major, you will engage in comprehensive music study, complemented by coursework in business concepts, management, finance, economics, accounting, and the music industry. Study with working professionals, connected to the region's dynamic music networks, preparing you for careers including publishing, composition/songwriting, arts management, digital media, promotion, retailing, distribution, artist-entrepreneurship, music law, and more. Current and former students have interned with industry leading firms including, Broadcast Music Inc. (BMI), Ravinia Festival, The Recording Academy (Grammies), Chicago Philharmonic Society, and Jazz Institute of Chicago. This degree includes weekly private lessons for two years.
