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MA, Music Business

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This 42-credit master’s program will submerge students into the world of music business firsthand through introductions to the people at the top of the industry. Through internships and a rigorous curriculum, students will gain a full knowledge of finances, legal and technological comprehension, leadership skills, and an in-depth understanding of global markets — all while perfecting an ability to do strategic analysis and future planning. Masters students are also invited to be a part of the Music Business Student Ambassador Board, the University Program Board, and the NYU radio station WNYU.

Prepare to pursue a career in music business by obtaining a deep understanding of the regulations, systems, practices and rules of the business. Master the skills needed to be a strong leader and successful entrepreneur.

For students with academic or professional experience in technology, we offer a concentration in Music Technology. Learn the connection between audio for games and interactive applications and the music business. Those in the concentration will accomplish these projects as part of their final. Develop mobile apps, present business and technology strategies to government agencies, promote emerging global music trends through technology, and use recorded music to create IP assets.

The program requires the completion of 42 credits, and offers a concentration in Music Technology (see below for concentration requirements).

Note: Statistics is a prerequisite for this program. This prerequisite may be met by prior work at the undergraduate or graduate level with a passing grade of "B" or better. Students who have not met this prerequisite will complete this requirement during their first semester and graduate with 45 credits.

Course Title Credits
Major Requirements
Core Music Business Courses
MPAMB-GE 2001Music Business Graduate Prof Develpmnt Sequence (register for this each semester)0
MPAMB-GE 2101Principles and Practice in The Music Industry3
MPAMB-GE 2102Law and Music Industry3
MPAMB-GE 2103Environment of The Music Industry3
MPAMB-GE 2203Emerging Models and Markets for Music 13
MPAMB-GE 2301Music Business Graduate Internship (Variable 1-3 units per semester; 3 units total)3
MPAMB-GE 2401Colloquy Music Business3
MPAMB-GE 2211Data Analysis in the Music Industry: Strategy & Application3
MPAMB-GE 2225Music Publishing: Background Practice3
Business Courses
COR1-GB 1302Leadership in Organizations (Steinhardt Students Section)3
COR1-GB 1306Financial Accounting and Reporting (Steinhardt Students Section)3
Entertainment, Media, Technology Electives3
Restricted Electives
Music Business Electives
Complete 9 credits from the following:9
MPAMB-GE 2201
Artists and Repertoire Seminar Music Business
MPAMB-GE 2202
Promotion/Publicity in The Music Industry
MPAMB-GE 2105
Concert Management
MPAMB-GE 2206
Strategic Marketing in The Music Industry
MPAMB-GE 2208
Music Innovation and Social Change
MPAMB-GE 2207
Global Music Management 2
MPAMB-GE 2312
Writing in the Music Industry
Total Credits42
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This course is offered in Brazil in January of odd-numbered years.

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This course is offered in London in January of even-numbered years.

Course Title Credits
Major Requirements
Core Music Business Courses
MPAMB-GE 2001Music Business Graduate Prof Develpmnt Sequence0
MPAMB-GE 2101Principles and Practice in The Music Industry3
MPAMB-GE 2102Law and Music Industry3
MPAMB-GE 2103Environment of The Music Industry3
MPAMB-GE 2203Emerging Models and Markets for Music 13
MPAMB-GE 2301Music Business Graduate Internship (Variable 1-3 units per semester; 3 units total)3
MPAMB-GE 2401Colloquy Music Business3
MPAMB-GE 2211Data Analysis in the Music Industry: Strategy & Application3
MPAMB-GE 2225Music Publishing: Background Practice3
Required Courses for Concentration in Music Technology
MPATE-GE 2600Graduate Seminar in Music Technology3
Select one of the following:3
MPATE-GE 2590
Graduate Fundamentals of Music Technology
Music Technology Elective
Business Courses
COR1-GB 1302Leadership in Organizations (Steinhardt Students Section)3
COR1-GB 1306Financial Accounting and Reporting (Steinhardt Students Section)3
Entertainment, Media, Technology Electives3
Electives
Music Technology Electives
Complete 3 credits, by advisement.3
Total Credits42
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This course is offered in Brazil every other January in odd-numbered years.

Sample Plan of Study

Plan of Study Grid
1st Semester/TermCredits
MPAMB-GE 2001 Music Business Graduate Prof Develpmnt Sequence 0
MPAMB-GE 2101 Principles and Practice in The Music Industry 3
MPAMB-GE 2102 Law and Music Industry 3
MPAMB-GE 2225
or MPAMB-GE 2211
 Music Publishing: Background Practice
or Data Analysis in the Music Industry: Strategy & Application
 3
COR1-GB 1302
or COR1-GB 1306
 Leadership in Organizations
or Financial Accounting and Reporting
 3
 Credits12
2nd Semester/Term
MPAMB-GE 2001 Music Business Graduate Prof Develpmnt Sequence 0
MPAMB-GE 2103 Environment of The Music Industry 3
MPAMB-GE 2225
or MPAMB-GE 2211
 Music Publishing: Background Practice
or Data Analysis in the Music Industry: Strategy & Application
 3
MPAMB-GE 2301 Music Business Graduate Internship 1
COR1-GB 1302
or COR1-GB 1306
 Leadership in Organizations
or Financial Accounting and Reporting
 3
Music Business Elective 3
 Credits13
3rd Semester/Term
MPAMB-GE 2001 Music Business Graduate Prof Develpmnt Sequence 0
MPAMB-GE 2301 Music Business Graduate Internship 1
Music Business Elective or Emerging Models course 3
Music Business Elective 3
EMT ( Entertainment, Media, Technology) Elective(s) 3
MPAMB-GE 2203 Emerging Models and Markets for Music 3
 Credits13
4th Semester/Term
MPAMB-GE 2001 Music Business Graduate Prof Develpmnt Sequence 0
MPAMB-GE 2401 Colloquy Music Business 3
MPAMB-GE 2301 Music Business Graduate Internship 1
 Credits4
 Total Credits42

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