Music Business Courses and Certifications

Music Business 101: Networking

3 ratings at CreativeLive

Discover strategies to build influential connections in the music industry, from identifying key contacts to creating a targeted plan for success, based on 35 years of experience.

• CreativeLive
• 5 hours 3 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

DIY Music Business 101

Comprehensive guide for independent artists on music business essentials, covering copyright, royalties, distribution, promotion, and monetization strategies in the digital age.

• CreativeLive
• 2 hours 2 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Artist Management for the Music Business

414 ratings at Udemy

The Roadmap to Managing Your Own Music Career or Becoming a Professional Manager

• Udemy
• 4 hours 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Music Business Foundations

6 ratings

Explore the evolving music industry, from its history to current trends. Learn about recording agreements, copyright law, and key roles in artist management and representation.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 51 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Produce Like A Pro

Success and Failure in Music Business

Explore the realities of success and failure in the music industry with insights on navigating the business side of music careers and understanding what it takes to thrive or struggle.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

SXSW

Examining Leadership Equity in the Music Business

Explore the persistent gender disparities in music industry leadership through the "2025 Inclusion in the Music Business Study" findings, personal experiences of discrimination, and actionable steps toward building a more equitable industry.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Making Money with Music

4 ratings at CreativeLive

Making Money with Music with Randy Chertkow, Jason Feehan

• CreativeLive
• 14 hours 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The Music of the Beatles

18 ratings

Explore the Beatles' musical evolution, from early Liverpool days to Abbey Road, examining influences, recording techniques, and cultural impact on their iconic repertoire.

• Coursera
• 14 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Copyright Law in the Music Business

15 ratings at edX

Learn the basics of copyright law and better understand how it works in the Music Business.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 3-5 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Credential

Music Business: Industry Essentials

Gain essential knowledge to launch a music career as an artist, manager, or producer. Learn industry roles, record contracts, branding, crowdfunding, copyright law, and entrepreneurship from experts.

• edX
• 15 weeks, 2-4 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• $236.00
• 4 courses

Credential

Music Business

Comprehensive exploration of music industry essentials, covering business foundations, artist branding, copyright law, and entrepreneurship for aspiring professionals and artists.

• Coursera
• 22 weeks, 2 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

Introduction to the Music Business

10 ratings

Learn the latest about the rapidly changing music industry from recording, publishing, and distribution to legal issues confronting music commerce.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 2-4 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Produce Like A Pro

Getting More Clients as a Music Producer - Building Your Professional Network and Studio Success

Master essential strategies for building a successful music production career, from client relationships and studio etiquette to networking and reputation building, with insights from industry veteran Willie Green.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Credential

The Business of Music Production

5350 ratings at Coursera

Gain essential knowledge in music business, production, copyright law, and Pro Tools to launch a successful career as a producer in the modern music industry.

• Coursera
• 4 weeks, 10 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

Make Pop Music

5 Keys to Landing More Paid Projects as a Music Producer

Master proven strategies to scale your music production business and attract more paid projects through effective client acquisition, marketing, and business development techniques.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video