Program checklist · B.S.

Music Business, B.S.

SUNY College at Potsdam · Potsdam, NY

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Program

Award: B.S.
Credential class: ceterms:BachelorDegree
Total credits (published): 120
Catalog edition: 2026-2027 SUNY Potsdam Academic Catalog
Checklist type: degree-program
Description: The Bachelor of Science degree in Music Business program is designed for students who want to earn a place in the music business industry, and prepares students for employment in music, music business, and business fields, such as the music products industry, the recording industry, arts administrative positions, and entertainment law, among others. The degree combines instruction in foundational music skills, with flexible options within music study, music business specific courses, and coursework in business through the Department of Business Administration. The degree provides students with both musical skills and knowledge along with an up-to-date understanding of, and hands-on experiences in, the music industry.

Identifiers

IPEDS UNITID: 196200
CourseShelf checklist: CK_196200_b77655e8
CollegeTransfer.Net: Institution Transfer Profile
Source: CourseShelf publish 61

Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Program Requirements

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Performance: 6 credits

3 items

MUCC 111
Keyboard Skills I 1 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MUCC 112
Keyboard Skills II 1 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
Ensemble (4 @ 1 credit)
Not resolved to a course

Music History & Music Theory: 14 credits

5 items

MUCT 103
Theory 1 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MUCT 104
Aural Skills l 1 Credit(s)
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MUCT 105
Theory II 3 Credit(s)
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MUCT 106
Aural Skills II 1 Credit(s)
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Music History Courses: 2 of any MULH or MUCH courses except MULH 101 (@ 3 credits each; 6 credits total)
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Music Business: 29 credits

7 items

MUAI 201
Music Business I 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MUAI 202
Music Business II 3 Credit(s)
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MUAI 320
Music Business Technology 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MUAI 400
Legal Aspects of the Music Industry 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MUAI 450
Practicum in Music Business 2 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MUAI 460
Professional Development for Musicians 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MUAI 470
Music Business Internship 1-12 Credit(s) (taken for 12 credits)
Not resolved to a course

Music Business Electives: 6 credits

10 items

ARMA 100
Introduction to Arts Management 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
ARMA 310
Arts Grant Writing and Fundraising 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MUAI 310
Music Merchandising and Retail 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MUAI 315
Inside a Record Label 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MUAI 332
Recording and Production Tech 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MUAI 395
Special Topics 1-12 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MUAI 401
Arts Administration 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MUAI 402
Music Grant Writing 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MUAI 432
Advanced Recording and Production Techniques 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MUAI 495
Special Topics 1-12 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course

Business and Economic: 15 credits

5 items

ACCT 201
Financial Accounting
As published: “Financial Accounting 3 Credit(s)”
3
ECON 105
Principles of Microeconomics 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
ECON 110
Principles of Macroeconomics 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MGMT 301
Principles of Management 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course
MKTG 301
Principles of Marketing 3 Credit(s)
Not resolved to a course

Note(s)

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Entry to the B.S. Music Business major requires a demonstration of musicality and an interview with the program head. Contact the Crane School of Music for more information.
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A grade of 2.0 or higher is required in each major-required course in order for it to count towards the major. In courses that are sequential, a grade of 2.0 or higher is required for the student to advance to the next course in the sequence.
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Students may not count any major-required courses taken S/P/U towards the Music Business major (B.S.).
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While all of the course requirements in this program are available through in-person classes, some courses in this degree program are also available through distance learning, namely: all Theory and Aural Skills courses (I - II), Principle of Macroeconomics, Principles of Accounting I, Principles of Management, and Principles of Marketing; and all of the General Education Program requirements (exclusing those covered by requirements in the major) have distance learning options.
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To transfer into this degree program from another major or from another institution, and to remain in the program, it is necessary to have a minimum overall grade point average of 2.75.
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