COURSES / CERTIFIED MUSIC BUSINESS MANAGER

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Price: 14900kr

Course start date:
June 17 / Sep 2

Level: Beginner
Format: Evening
Course length: 1 semester
Number of class hours: 90
Number of personal study hours: approx 100
Language of instruction: Swedish (partly English)
Location: Stockholm or Distance learning

About the course

The Diploma in Music Business Management is a one-semester course that gives you a comprehensive insight into the dynamic landscape of the music industry. Through a combination of theory and practical work, you'll develop the knowledge and skills needed to navigate and create business opportunities in the industry.

With a hands-on learning-by-doing approach, you will have the opportunity to translate your knowledge into real-life scenarios through real-life projects and assignments taken directly from the music industry. During the course, you will be challenged to think strategically and innovatively about music industry business models, branding and entrepreneurship. Whether you dream of starting your own label or want to work with leading players in record labels, publishing, management or booking, this program will give you the tools you need.

The Diploma in Music Business Management is the perfect course for those who want to combine study and work while deepening their understanding of the business side of the music industry. Over 10 weeks, you'll gain knowledge in areas such as industry knowledge, entrepreneurship, law, finance, project management and marketing, with a focus on real-life business cases. The course includes live projects and Q&A sessions with industry experts, giving you insights directly from music industry decision-makers.

COURSE CONTENT

The training includes 90 hours of lecture and about 100 hours of self-study and is conducted entirely online with live lectures, giving you flexibility without compromising on interactivity and networking. Below you can see more information about what the modules contain:

  • Basic insights into the music industry'

    • How the music industry is structured

    • Different actors and their roles

    • Trends and outlook

  • Starting and running a music business

    • Business models and revenue streams

    • Networking and relationships

    • Strategies for long-term success

  • From demo to final release

    • A&R and talent development

    • Contracts and rights

    • Distribution and release planning

  • How music becomes a source of income

    • Copyright and royalty management

    • Collaborations with songwriters and producers

    • Synchronization and licensing

  • Building and developing an artist career

    • Responsibilities of the management role

    • Strategic planning for artists

    • Negotiations and agreements

  • Managing money and budgets

    • Revenue and expenditure in the music industry

    • Tax and corporate structures

    • Financial strategies for musicians

  • Protecting your rights and business

    • Contracts and contract negotiation

    • Intellectual property rights

    • Disputes and legal cases

  • Planning and implementation of music projects

    • Record label project management - from recording to release

    • Operational responsibility for album and single releases

    • Coordination of artists, producers and marketing teams

    • Project management in publishing - organization of songwriting camps

    • Budgeting, timelines and communication

  • Reaching out and creating a fan base

    • PR and digital marketing

    • Branding and artistic identity

    • Social media and content strategies

  • From gig to tour

    • How booking agencies work

    • Building relationships with organizers

    • Negotiate and price live performances

COURSE INFORMATION

This course has no prerequisites! You apply by clicking the 'book now' button and paying your course fee, then your place is booked. 

WHAT YOU GET

  • Compendium from the course

  • Guest speakers from the music industry

  • Sharp briefs and missions

  • Access to the AP Academy Forum

THIS IS WHAT YOU NEED

  • Your own computer

  • Internet connection

"This training is preparatory and timely if you want to gain a deeper understanding of how the modern music industry works and how you can launch your own career. "
- Fredrik Svalstedt - VSTD Music

  • You apply for the course by clicking on the 'book now' button above. If there are multiple course dates open, be sure to select the correct course date.

    Once you have booked and paid (or chosen part payment) your course, your place is fully booked. You will receive an email with all practical information before the start of the course approx. 14 days before the start date. 

  • There are no specific requirements for previous education, and the age limit is 16 years. 

  • All of the instructors you will get to know during your training are producers/artists or other players in the music industry. In addition to your instructors having fresh experience from their own publishing companies, record labels and songwriting sessions, you will also receive several sharp leads already during the training, as well as meet a guest lecturer. This means you'll get commissions from a record label or artist, and the chance to get your songs signed and released before you've even finished your course.

  • Apart from a computer and a laptop, all you need is a good attitude!

Course leader

George Bandick
george@apacademy.se

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