CUS40301
Certificate IV in Music Industry (Business)
The Certificate IV in Music Industry (Business) offers you the qualifications to work in the music industry as a manager; record company owner; music event manager or self manage your own musical career.
To manage a band or music company successfully you need to know about all aspects of the music business. Understanding music is not enough! This nationally accredited program will give you the skills to be savvy in the music business world.
Students will learn the theory and practice behind the running of a successful business in the music industry and then gain hands on practical experience assisting with the management of the student business Urchin Entertainment as well as competing for the opportunity to do work experience and internships with key Brisbane music companies.
The course acts as an incubator for students to gain practical experience in working in a music environment. Students will experience team work, project management, negotiation skills, copyright and contract information, understanding of music sales and promotion and much more. Students will also have digital learning tools such as a class forum board to assist their learning and networking.
Class websites: www.urchinentertainment.com
www.asmith.urchinarts.com
Some aspects of this course may be suitable for those involved in other art forms, particularly those seeking arts business knowledge.
To manage a band or music company successfully you need to know about all aspects of the music business. Understanding music is not enough! This nationally accredited program will give you the skills to be savvy in the music business world.
Students will learn the theory and practice behind the running of a successful business in the music industry and then gain hands on practical experience assisting with the management of the student business Urchin Entertainment as well as competing for the opportunity to do work experience and internships with key Brisbane music companies.
The course acts as an incubator for students to gain practical experience in working in a music environment. Students will experience team work, project management, negotiation skills, copyright and contract information, understanding of music sales and promotion and much more. Students will also have digital learning tools such as a class forum board to assist their learning and networking.
Class websites: www.urchinentertainment.com
www.asmith.urchinarts.com
Some aspects of this course may be suitable for those involved in other art forms, particularly those seeking arts business knowledge.
Mt Gravatt 
Full Time | Career Opportunities | Artist Management, Self Management for Musicians, Music Administration, Events Management, Music Business Proprietor, Support Organisation Worker, Booking Agent, Venue Manager, Image Consultant, Record Company or Publishing Company Worker. |
| Entry Requirements | Applicants must fill in a questionnaire to be eligible for the course. Applications will be assessed and successful students will be allocated a place in the course. Students who have previously studied Music at VET or University level must prove successful completion of their course before being eligible for Cert IV Music Industry (Business). Students under 17 years of age must meet enrolment requirements as specified in the Education (General Provisions Act) 2006. |
| Program Duration | 1 year |
| Program Articulation | Students who have previously completed either the Cert II in Music Industry Foundation, Cert III in Music Industry, Cert III Music Industry (Business) or other practical music courses will be able to add useful and specific music business skills to their knowledge base. |
| Start Dates | February and July |
| How to apply | Applicants must fill in a questionnaire to be eligible for the course. Go to http://www.urchinentertainment.com/music_business_course.html, click on the 'application questions' link at the bottom of the page and save the document. Complete the questionnaire and return via email to course co-ordinator Andrea Smith at andrea.smith@deta.qld.gov.au. Also email Andrea for more information about the course. Successful applicants will be notified and sent an enrolment package for the course. For more information or to pay a deposit to hold a place pending successful completion of the questionnaire, please call the Customer Service Centre on 1300 657 613 who can help with all aspects of the enrolment process. |
| Cost | The cost of this program may vary depending on the individual courses nominated per semester. Concession rates are available for holders of current concession cards presented at point of enrolment. Tuition fees do not include any materials or textbooks that may be required. Costs are subject to change without notice. The costs given are approximate. Full Rate: TBA Concession Rate: TBA (Cost is per semester only) All information was accurate at time of printing, however, institute fees and details are subject to change without notice. Please note an administration fee of $30.00 may be charged upon enrolment. |
| Additional Costs | There are no additional costs. |
| Financial Assistance | Financial assistance may be available in the form of: Youth Allowance and Austudy 13 24 90 Newstart Allowance 13 28 50 Abstudy 13 23 17 If you will have difficulty meeting the full cost of the program at enrolment it may be possible to negotiate an instalment plan for some programs. Please note your enrolment may be refused if you have either outstanding fees or an overdue debt. |
| Skills First | Skills First (Recognition of Prior Learning) recognises your existing experience gained through life or work which you may not have obtained a formal qualification for. We will work with you to identify your existing skills, and assess if you can then achieve a full or part qualification. This also helps to avoid unnecessary duplication of training, saving you time and money. |
| Study options | We understand how busy your life is already and therefore offer you a variety of study options that give you the flexibility to train when and where you want. Training can be provided on campus, online, at work or through a combination of all three*. *Please note that not all options are available for each program. Ask a member of the Customer Service team what study options are available for this program. |
| Contact Information | |||||
| MSIT Customer Service Centre | |||||
| 1300 657 613 | info.msit@deta.qld.gov.au | ||||
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Outline
| Required Units | |
| Semester One - | |
| CUSBGE01A | Develop and update music industry knowledge |
| CUSADM08A | Address copyright requirements |
| CUSSAF02A | Follow health, safety and security procedures in the music industry |
| CUSBGE11A | Plan a career in music |
| CUSRAD01A | Collect and organise information |
| CUSGEN04A | Participate in negotiations |
| CUSADM07A | Establish and maintain work and contractual relationships |
| CUSMAR01A | Promote products and services |
| CUSBMA10A | Determine publicity opportunities for an artistic event |
| CUSBAD03A | Administer operations for performances and rehearsals |
| CUSBMA04A | Develop and promote image |
| CUSMGE12A | Maintain and expand music knowledge and critical listening skills |
| Semester Two - | |
| CUSBGE17A | Maintain and apply music industry knowledge |
| CUSBGE16A | Maintain self or group in business |
| CUSADM03A | Manage a project |
| BSXFMI404A | Participate in, lead and facilitate a team |
| CUSBMA14A | Manage, promote and negotiate licensing on published works |
| CUSBAD13A | Assess performing and recording deals |
| CUEMAR3A | Undertake marketing activities |
| BSBPM402A | Apply time management |
| CUSGEN01A | Use and adapt to changes in technology |
| CUSBMA07A | Assess the feasibility of an act for promotion |
| CUVADM10A | Research and utilise revenue and funding opportunities |
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