Entrepreneurship in the Music Business

Entrepreneurship 101 [64 hours]

An introduction to the Music business, students will learn the 'lay of the land' through standard and alternative opportunity mining. This exciting new class is an exploration into the many faces of the music business, entrepreneurship and the rigors of finding employment. Guest lecturers are invited on a monthly basis to present different perspectives on success and survival in the music business.

Topics include:

• Entrepreneurial Characteristics, Practices and Skills

• Corporate Etiquitte,

• Business Communications

• Interviewing Skills

• Time Management Skills

• Building Business Relationships

• Resume and Cover Letter Creation

• Presentation and Networking Skills