Music Business
What degree can I get at Kansas State University?
Bachelor of Arts in Music & Master of Business Administration (4+1) Accelerated Degree
Get two degrees in only 5 years!
The performing arts industry is one of the fastest growing in the United States. This accelerated degree allows students to earn both a bachelor's and master's degree in just five years and is designed for students who seek career opportunities beyond performing and teaching careers, especially those in music marketing and arts management. Combining a liberal arts degree in music with an M.B.A. allows students to more quickly complete both degrees and would improve the breadth of job opportunities available to them immediately upon graduation.
Students that successfully complete this program will receive both a Bachelor of Arts in Music (B.A. Music) and a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in an accelerated 5-year plan. Typically, students begin master's degree coursework in their senior year, and finish their master's degree one year later.
Bachelor of Arts in Music & Master of Business Administration Accelerated Degree
About the Accelerated Degree
Bachelor of Arts in Music
The BA (Bachelor of Arts) degree includes the core classes and breadth of perspective that a state school offers. The music classes include music theory, private lessons, ensembles and music business courses including:
- Music Business 1
- Music Business 2
- Theater Management
- Music Marketing and Internship
Master of Business Administration
The MBA (Master of Business Administration) is a solid foundation of business courses that will prepare the student for a variety of careers. Courses in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Marketing and Management are combined with the bachelor’s degree for a shorter overall college length.
Internships
This degree will include internship opportunities to help students identify areas of interest as well as gain on-the-job experience.
Career Options
This degree allows for multiple areas of interest. Potential career areas include Music and Musician Management, Concert Venue Management, Orchestral Management, Music Marketing, Music Entrepreneurship, and more!
Questions?- Email Dr. Susan Maxwell, music business content specialist, at suemax@ksu.edu
Dr. Susan Maxwell is a both a professional musician as well as business owner. She is an innovator of new products for the bassoon and sells them in retail and online as Maxwell Bassoon Products. www.bassoonprofiler.com. Her business experience in working as a professional musician in the concert world and product world will help K-State music students navigate the music industry. Dr. Susan Maxwell (k-state.edu)