Music and Money

Learning how to Manage Music, Musicians and Money
Students get hands-on experience in managing live concerts.

DO you want to be part of the multi-billion dollar music business and entertainment industry which includes music performance, composition, recording, production, pub­lishing, marketing, finance, law, distribution, licensing, retailing, manufacturing, promo­tion, management and more?

The International College of Music (ICOM) currently offers the Diploma in Business- Music Industry (DBMI).

This two-year programme covers gen­eral business subjects, but what makes it special is that students enrol for specialised industry courses such as Artist and Event Management, Record Company Operations, Music Publishing and other music industry-driven subjects.

On top of this, students experience a hands-on approach in organising and manag­ing concerts, events and show production.

With a blend of business acumen and music industry understanding, the students function as the crucial part of any event or concert production, which allows no room for mistakes.

If you are passionate in music and media and wish to enter the industry with well rounded knowledge, ICOM is the place to prepare you for an interesting and successful career through the Diploma in Business - Music Industry programme.

Students who complete their diploma can earn advanced standing at the University of Hertfordshire, UK and complete their under­graduate degree in Business.

ICOM has partnered Hertfordshire because of its high ranking in UK for Music Business. ICOM students need only spend another year to earn their BA (Hons) Music and Entertainment Industry Management from University of Hertfordshire.

The teaching faculty for the Music Business programme comprises highly qualified and experienced personnel from the music industry. The teachers bring with them years of experience from the industry into the classrooms and students receive tremendous support from their teachers and are often seen being involved in high-profile events.

If you are looking to pursue a business career, why not consider the Diploma in Business-Music Industry? You will receive a strong foundation in business principles and have a specialisation in the exciting world of music and entertainment.

ICOM also offers the Bachelor of Music (Hons) Professional Music, which is a validat­ed undergraduate programme by University of Wolverhampton, UK and the Bachelor of Music awarded by the Berklee College of Music, which is a 2+2 programme and the Certificate in Audio Production.

Admission for the January 2015 intake is now open. Closing date for applications for Malaysian students is Dec 19.

Students and parents can contact ICOM at 03-4023 6000 or through admissions@icom. edu.myto arrange for a college visit or for further queries. Potential students can submit their application online via http://www.icom.edu.my/oas.

Adapted from StarSpecial/6 November 2014/Education Guide

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