Why study Music Business?
Accomplished music business professionals are made at BIMM Institute. After all, the likes of Kristy Klaiber, Ryan Brock and Jamie Skinner have walked through our doors and out into the music industry.
You’ll nurture your creative flair and build core skills as a music business entrepreneur.
Whether you choose to study our diploma (Dublin only) or undergraduate degree, we’ll make sure that you graduate with the relevant tools and skills that the music industry needs.
Key facts
Available at all BIMM Institute locations
World-class lecturers
Available as an industry-led Diploma or Undergraduate Degree
Unrivalled industry internships and real-world opportunities
A well-balanced blend of theory, analysis, practical and technical skills
Masterclasses with industry experts
What to expect
With our BA (Hons) Music Business course, you’ll learn about the music industry as well as business in a broader sense too. You can guarantee that what you’ll be learning will be as relevant and up-to-date as possible.
When you graduate, you’ll have the core skills, behaviours and values that the industry is looking for. You’ll also have all the knowledge to go out and craft something of your own.
Our undergraduate first-year modules will help you learn the basics and understand where you’ll fit within the wider music industry.
You’ll learn core topics within your first year, such as:
- The Music Business
- Artist Management
- The Live Music Industry
- Marketing & PR
Choose your path with optional modules
At BIMM Institute, we don’t believe that ‘one size fits all’. That’s why our Music Business undergraduate course puts you in control. First, you’ll learn the necessary employability skills. Then, you can customise your studies through our range of optional modules.
Our optional modules are designed to help you become the multifaceted professional the industry is looking for. You’ll expand your knowledge in other areas as well as refine your course to a particular focus. Ultimately, our courses help you reach your personal and professional goals.
Expand your skill set with optional modules, such as:
- Record Label Management
- Touring and Live Events
- Consultancy and Market Research
- Gaming Culture
- Digital Content Creation
Studying Music Business can take you places you never initially thought. With our optional modules, you’ll build your own path to success and launch into a dream career.
Potential music business career paths:
- DIY Release Manager
- Live Production Manager
- Publisher and Sync Manager
- Label Executive
- A&R
Exclusive networking opportunities
You’ll also have access to exclusive networking opportunities and the chance to collaborate with like-minded fellow songwriters and musicians throughout your course. And, you’ll expand your professional circle through BIMM Connect, our own exclusive social media platform. Network and collaborate with fellow students, alumni, bands, songwriting collaborators, press agents, managers and event promoters to get the most out of your time here.
We’re immensely proud that so many BIMM students have become successful music business professionals – and turned their passion into their career. Head to our BIMM Institute Alumni page to find out more.
Music Business Degree graduate Jamie Skinner worked full-time for PR firm LD Communications after securing an internship with them through BIMM's Work Experience scheme. He's since moved on to become a freelance Music Industry consultant.
Nikki undertook internship roles with DMS Publishing, Modest! management and Warner Music Group before finding her feet in A&R & Streaming and Digital Music.
Since completing a BA Hons in Music Business at BIMM London, post-graduate Ryan Brock has secured himself a role as a full-time Radio Plugger, working with Brace Yourself PR.
At BIMM Institute, you’ll only learn from the best. Our BIMM Institute lecturers know what it’s like to work within the industry – and most have impressive business achievements on their resume.
They can provide you with insider knowledge as to how the industry works that you won’t find anywhere else. It’s their goal to work with you and make your dream career happen.
Mike began his career in the music industry as the bassist for Manchester new wave indie band, Lowline. Having toured extensively in the UK and Europe, the band achieved three consecutive Top 5 singles in UK Indie charts, and received iTunes US’s prestigious ‘Single of the Week’ accolade, as well as being named their ‘Alternative Breakthrough Artist of the Year’.
Caoimhe studied Music at Queen’s University Belfast, and Arts Administration at the University of Paris 8, performing and working in festival and events planning in both cities, before moving to Berlin in 2010 for a job in international project management at the record label, City Slang.
Jeff is the Deputy Course Leader for Music Business at BIMM Institute Manchester. He is the co-founder of Un-Convention – a UK-based global music network and development agency established in 2008, which organises music events across five continents, aimed specifically at the grass roots of the industry.
Find out more about the lecturers at your preferred BIMM Institute location:
BIMM Institute’s regular Masterclasses put you in the room with some of the most prolific entrepreneurs and music business figures.
The likes of Jo Whiley, Adam Ryan, Matt Biffa and Ian Neil have given our students professional advice, career tips that you won’t find in any textbook and unmatched wisdom that will help you navigate the music industry.
What better way to learn the tools of the trade than by getting real life experience under your belt? Our specialist Careers and Industry Teams are here to help you do just that. Thanks to their unrivalled contacts and insider connections, they’ll link you up with real-world experiences that you won’t find anywhere else.
Any questions?
For any questions regarding our Music Business courses or if you’d like more information on how to apply to BIMM Institute, please contact our Admissions Team on 0344 2 646 666 or email [email protected].
