Turn your passion for music into a career in the industry behind it. Florida Southern's Bachelor of Science in Music pairs real musical training with business, marketing, and copyright coursework, capped by a required 300-hour internship at organizations like the Kennedy Center and the New York Philharmonic.
Bridging the gap between the artistic world of music and the practical applications of business; that is the study of the business of music.
Florida Southern College's Bachelor of Science in Music with a Concentration in Music Business is an interdisciplinary degree program that provides a carefully selected combination of music, economics, and business courses, enabling you to enter a career in the music and entertainment industry. You will develop technical understanding through applied music, music theory, music history, and ensemble, while business and economics coursework gives you a foundation in marketing, accounting, and business administration. Whether you are an enterprising individual wishing to make the most of your musical passions or seeking the skills to manage your own career, this degree gives you both.
FSC's Music: Business curriculum prepares you for the current state of the music and entertainment industry through detailed coursework covering studio recording, copyright law, contracts, artist management, and more; culminating in an intensive, real-world internship.
There is a separate audition requirement to be accepted into the Music Business major.
Learn More about Music AuditionsAll freshman applicants to Florida Southern Colleges full-time degree programs must submit the following information:
Applying to Florida Southern as a transfer student is easy. Submit:
If transferring fewer than 24 credits, also include your official high school transcript and SAT/ACT scores.
Learn More about transfer admissionsFSC's Music Business curriculum combines music and business study in a way only possible at an institution where both programs operate at the highest level. On the music side, you will take courses in music theory, history, and private lessons on your primary instrument or voice, gaining insight into the challenges and demands of music study and performance. On the business side, you will cover the foundational principles of business, marketing, accounting, and economics, developing an understanding of industry trends.
Specialized courses include Introduction to Music Business, Music Product and Retailing, Music Management, copyright law, contracts, studio recording, artist management, and more.
Students in this program automatically qualify for a Business Administration Minor and have the flexibility to minor or double major in Marketing, Communication, and a variety of other areas through the Barney Barnett School of Business and Free Enterprise, offering an interdisciplinary experience that is uniquely possible at Florida Southern.
Students must satisfy the BS requirements of the General Education curriculum.
Core areas of study include:
Music Business students have access to multiple recording studios on campus and a rich community of music industry-focused organizations. Get involved with:
Students are also encouraged to volunteer alongside Central Florida arts organizations, learning what it takes to create extraordinary community art events.
The entire Music Business curriculum is designed to culminate with a 10-week, 300+ hour internship, allowing you to apply your skills inside a real arts organization. FSC Music Business interns have worked with some of the most dynamic organizations in the industry:
This is not a passive observation experience. You will go inside these organizations, collaborate with professionals, and contribute to the work of some of the country's leading music institutions.
FSC Music Business graduates are prepared for a wide range of careers across the music and entertainment industry. Within six months of graduating, 98.6% of FSC students are employed or in graduate school, and the vast majority of Music Business graduates receive job offers after graduation.
Artist managers guide careers, negotiate deals, and connect musicians with the opportunities that shape their professional lives. FSC's coursework in artist management, contracts, and copyright law, combined with the internship experience, prepares graduates for this central music industry role.
From A and R to distribution, record labels and publishing companies depend on professionals who understand both the artistic and commercial dimensions of music. FSC graduates have gone on to positions at BMI/CMG in Nashville and Sony BMG in New York.
The live music industry depends on skilled promoters and venue managers who can bring artists and audiences together. FSC's internship connections to organizations including the Straz Center and Tanglewood Music Center open doors in this competitive field.
The music industry's shift to digital platforms has created high demand for professionals who understand both music and digital marketing. FSC's combined music and business curriculum, including marketing coursework at the Barney Barnett School of Business, prepares graduates for these growing roles.
Music licensing and production are among the most technically demanding careers in the industry, requiring both creative and legal fluency. FSC's coursework in studio recording, copyright law, and music licensing provides the foundation for these specialized roles.
From on-campus recording studios and the Southern College Recording Label to internships at the Kennedy Center and study abroad in Austria, Florence, and Barcelona, FSC Music Business students are always inside the industry. Every experience builds the professional network and real-world credentials that set our graduates apart.
Music Business students have the opportunity to travel with faculty to explore the global music industry firsthand. Past study abroad experiences have taken students to Austria to attend concerts, Florence to explore the works of Italian composers, and Barcelona to examine current popular music trends; each experience providing a broader view of the international industry landscape.
The Bachelor of Science in Music with a Concentration in Music Business offers you the opportunity to:
- learn in a brand new (Fall 2026) Recording Studio with a Grammy Award–Winning Producer;
- study at the Barney Barnett School of Business and Free Enterprise with your business school peers, earning you an automatic Minor in Business Administration; and
- experience the professional world of the arts in a 10–12 week, 300+ hour In the Field Internship Opportunity that has led to a nearly 100% Job Placement rate within six months of graduation. We look forward to preparing you for the rewarding and competitive world of the Arts.
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At FSC, you are the focus. Our team loves connecting with prospective students to answer questions about Music Business, audition requirements, and what a career in the music industry looks like from here.
Associate Professor of Music, Director of Jazz Studies
Department Chair, Director of Orchestra and String Studies
The music business needs professionals who understand both the art and the business. Take your next step toward a BS in Music Business at Florida Southern College.
