Undergraduate Music Business Certificate Empowering Your Journey in the Music Industry
18
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 75% of the certificate total
Unlock Your Potential with a Music Business Certificate
Elevate your expertise in the dynamic world of music with Liberty University’s undergraduate Music Business Certificate. Designed in close collaboration between commercial music faculty, music business experts, and the School of Music administration, this certificate is tailored to address the needs of aspiring music professionals like you.
Dive into a comprehensive curriculum that combines rigorous academic learning with a Christian worldview. Our carefully crafted courses are not just about theoretical knowledge; they are about applying what you learn in practical, real-world music business scenarios. From the very first class, you’ll find each course structured to foster excellence in both teaching and learning.
Why Choose Liberty’s Online Certificate in Music Business?
Choosing to pursue our online Music Business Certificate that can help you on your journey in the music industry as you become armed with a comprehensive understanding and practical skills tailored to the modern marketplace.
Opting for an online program at Liberty, an institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), assures you of a quality education that meets rigorous academic standards. This accreditation reflects a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement in teaching, resources, and student outcomes, enabling your certificate to hold significant value in the professional world.
Liberty’s online format is designed with your lifestyle in mind, offering convenience that allows you to balance your studies with personal and professional commitments. Imagine advancing your career in music business without having to relocate or interrupt your current job. You can access your courses anytime and anywhere with an internet connection, engaging with curriculum designed to be captivating and interactive, all while being supported by Liberty’s experienced faculty and extensive resources.
Moreover, Liberty’s focus on integrating a Christian worldview with professional learning means that you can not only emerge with specialized knowledge in music business but also with a moral and ethical framework that can guide your professional decisions and interactions. This unique approach helps prepare you to make significant contributions not only to your workplace but also to your community.
What Will You Study in Our Music Business Certificate?
Our Music Business Certificate allows you to explore a curriculum designed to not only help enhance your understanding of the music industry but also enrich your appreciation of its cultural and historical context. This comprehensive program is structured to provide you with a deep dive into various critical aspects of music business management and operations, all while embedding these lessons within a Christian ethical framework.
Your studies will begin with a broad overview of the music industry, emphasizing the Western tradition of music and its role in American cultural history. This foundational perspective sets the stage for a nuanced understanding of how music acts as both a reflection and influencer of cultural dynamics.
Following this, you will explore the legal aspects of the music business, helping you gain the knowledge to navigate complex agreements and understand licensing processes essential for protecting artistic and intellectual property — a critical skill as you delve into more intricate facets of the industry. Your learning journey will also take you behind the scenes of the recording industry, focusing on the production, distribution, and management of recorded music. You’ll gain insights into the technical and business considerations that drive this segment of the industry.
Another key area of focus will be marketing strategies and tools necessary for successfully promoting music and artists in the digital age. You will study ways to craft campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences and drive visibility and success in the music industry. You will also explore the processes of developing artists and gaining practical skills and strategic insights needed to manage artists’ careers and ensure successful tours, from planning to execution.
Finally, you will be challenged to think entrepreneurially within the music industry, developing business models and studying how to innovate and sustain a business in the competitive landscape of commercial music. Throughout each course, you will be encouraged to live out your faith with integrity, applying Christian principles to your interactions and business decisions. This blend of professional knowledge and ethical grounding can help prepare you to make contributions to the music industry and beyond.
Potential Career Opportunities
- Licensing representative
- Music agent
- Record label market researcher
- Recording label promotions assistant
Required Courses
Certificate Information
- This program falls under the School of Music.
- View the Undergraduate Music Course Guides (login required).
Certificate Completion Plan
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Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
Undergraduate Full Time | $390/Credit |
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Undergraduate Part Time | $455/Credit |
Military Undergraduate | $250/Credit |
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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Admission Information for Our Online Music Business Certificate
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9595.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official high school transcripts or official GED test scores.*
- Students may be allowed to enroll in up to 12 credit hours with Liberty with the submission of our High School Self-Certification Form (login required – you will first need to claim your Liberty Account).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system).
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
*Official high school transcript requirement may be waived with college transcripts from an accredited college/university showing at least 12 earned credit hours with an acceptable GPA.
Note: A 1.5 or above cumulative GPA is required for admission in good standing.
Transcript Policies
High School Transcript Policy
Applicants may submit a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of a final official high school transcript in order to enroll in up to 12 credit hours at Liberty University.
- Applicants may submit a college transcript showing 12 or more credits from an accredited institution and a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of high school transcripts.
Students must submit official high school transcripts, or official college transcripts showing at least 12 credit hours earned with an acceptable grade point average (GPA) from an accredited institution, in order to register for additional courses.
The official high school transcript, GED requirement, and High School Self-Certification Form can be waived if the applicant has earned an associate degree or higher.
Final transcripts must reflect all coursework and final grades received for grades 9-12, a graduation date, and an overall GPA. (Mailed transcripts must be in a sealed and unopened envelope.)
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
Military Transfers
If you have military-only transfer credits (completed basic training and enlistment), you must request an official military transcript. Please go to the Military Transfer Credit webpage to request your military transcript.
International Applicants
If you are an international applicant, you may be required to have your international transcripts reviewed. Information regarding the transcript evaluation process for international students can be found by visiting NACES.
Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Admissions Office Contact Information
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Lynchburg, VA 24515
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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who service in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)*
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training
*Not applicable to certificates.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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