Overview
In today’s fast changing, multi-billion dollar international music and entertainment industries, there are more record labels, publishers, media companies, distributors, retailers, and product manufacturers actively promoting the sale and use of music than ever before. As the market for music shifts away from physical products and traditional methods to digital online and mobile, a greater number of competent, highly-skilled executives and entrepreneurs will be needed to meet the specialized demands of the new music industry. Since 1964, the Music Business and Entertainment Industries program has been at the forefront of music business education. The MBEI program has been carefully designed to prepare qualified music business students for these emerging opportunities.
Our graduate program, where students earn a Master of Music, focuses primarily on music business courses, with the opportunity to pursue additional coursework in both the School of Business and School of Communications. We also offer the only joint degree Juris Doctor (J.D.) and Master of Music in Music Business and Entertainment Industries (M.M.). For more information, please visit the website for the Music Business program.
Admission Requirements
Applying to UOnline
How to Submit Your Application
When you decide to pursue a degree with UOnline, you’ll have a dedicated enrollment advisor to guide you through the application process. Follow the steps outlined below and contact your enrollment advisor with any questions.
- 1. START YOUR APPLICATION
Go to our online application.
- 2. COMPILE DOCUMENTS
Upload the following required documents in the upload section:
Unofficial Transcript: Submit a copy of your transcript from all academic institutions attended.
Test Scores: Depending on the program you choose, you may need to submit graduate exam results. GRE and GMAT waivers are available for qualified applicants.
Résumé: Submit your most recent résumé that appropriately illustrates your professional experience.
Personal Statement: Submit a one-page personal statement addressing your interest in the program concerning your professional background and career aspirations.
Language Proficiency: International students who do not hold an undergraduate U.S. degree must submit Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores. For more information, please see the Student Handbook.
- 3. REQUEST YOUR OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS
Request your transcripts electronically (preferred) or by regular mail:
to etranscripts@miami.edu, or mail it to:
Online Enrollment – Admissions Office
1320 S. Dixie Hwy, Suite 902
Locator – 2291
Coral Gables, FL 33146-2291Please note: All graduate applicants who have attended a college or university outside the United States must submit official transcripts and diplomas (if available) from all colleges and universities attended to one of the three approved evaluation services.
- 4. OBTAIN TWO PROFESSIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS
Enter the names and contact information for two (2) people who can comment on your professional ability in the online application. Your references automatically receive an email to fill out your recommendation online. You can then track the status of each recommendation in the system. Recommendations must be received by the application deadline to be considered for admissions.
- 5. APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID
Click here for more info about financial aid and the scholarships available to our students. Our enrollment advisors are also available to help you every step of the way.
Curriculum Requirements
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Major Area | ||
| MMI 673 | Music Publishing | 3 |
| MMI 750 | Music Business Agreements | 3 |
| or MMI 738 | Legal Aspects of the Live Entertainment Industry | |
| MMI 752 | Music Licensing | 3 |
| MMI 774 | Music Copyright Law | 3 |
| Electives | ||
| Select 9 credit hours of approved Graduate Course Electives | 9 | |
| Approved MMI Electives | 6 | |
| Final Project | ||
| Choose from: | 3 | |
| Music Business Internship | ||
MMI Elective | ||
| Cumulative Exit Exam | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
Plan of Study
| Year One | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | |
| MMI 774 | Music Copyright Law | 3 |
| MMI 673 | Music Publishing | 3 |
| MMI 738 | Legal Aspects of the Live Entertainment Industry (or approved graduate course elective) | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 9 | |
| Spring | ||
| MMI 752 | Music Licensing | 3 |
| MMI 750 | Music Business Agreements (or MMI elective) | 3 |
| Approved Graduate Course Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 9 | |
| Year Two | ||
| Fall | ||
| MMI Elective | 3 | |
| MMI Elective | 3 | |
| Approved Graduate Course Elective | 3 | |
| Credit Hours | 9 | |
| Spring | ||
| MMI 802 | Music Business Internship (or MMI Elective) | 3 |
| Credit Hours | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | |
* This is a suggested Plan of Study. Your actual course sequence may vary depending on your previous academic experience as well as current course offerings. Students should meet with their academic advisor each semester to determine the appropriate course selection.
Mission
The mission of the Music Business and Entertainment Industries Program is to prepare students for careers in the music business profession, specifically in the areas involving music publishing, the record business, music distribution, music copyright and music licensing. This is accomplished through courses focused on these topics.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate knowledge of the fundamentals of the music publishing industry, including music licensing, royalties, publishing agreements, and how a song catalog is commercially exploited.
- Students will demonstrate knowledge of the fundamentals of the recorded music industry, including how content is created, distributed, and marketed, and how recording agreements are structured.
- Students will demonstrate knowledge of the fundamentals of music copyright and music licensing, including how it applies to musical works and sound recordings, copyright infringement, the length of copyright protection, and international treatment of music copyrights.
