MUS 2886 - Music Industry Income Streams

Credits: 2

Prerequisite(s): MUS 1880, MUS 1890, MUS 1892

Description: This course focuses on understanding the various ways in which artists earn income from the perspective of an artist manager. This includes a survey of a multitude of income streams to create a diverse approach to creating, and advising on, revenue opportunities for artists. Students learn about long-term and short-term financial planning, cost-benefit analysis, budget forecasting, and cash flow management. Students develop a basic financial literacy as it relates to the music business, honing their ability to communicate with accountants, agents, banks, and third-party investors.