MUS-177 Introduction to Music Business

This course serves as an introduction to the dynamics of the music industry including intellectual property concerns, distribution and marketing, and how technical innovation affects the current business model. ENG 101 recommended.

Credits

1

Lecture Contact Hours

1

Lab Contact Hours

0

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

• Visual and Performing Arts

Grading Scheme

• Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

• No

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Summarize how to protect the students' rights in a creative work
2. Explain basic legal concepts surrounding publishing, copyright, and licensing
3. Identify various revenue streams for creative works and predict possible future movement within the industry
4. Distinguish the various actors and their roles within the industry in order to develop a potential career path.