Course Overview

About This Course

The Bachelor of Music (Music Business) is a distinctive degree that combines your chosen creative discipline with the business expertise required to build a sustainable career in today's music industry. With a balanced focus on artistry and enterprise, you'll develop the skills to shape your brand, grow and engage an audience, and create multiple income streams. From self-management to strategy, the course equips you to navigate the industry with confidence and build a resilient, future-focused career in the music industry.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

120 King St, Melbourne, VIC 3000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic:

Have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 qualification (or overseas equivalent as assessed by the Department of Education, including the International Baccalaureate (IB)), in the last 2 years.
Students who have successfully completed the senior level of the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (or equivalent (VCAL/VCE(VM)) in the last 2 years; may be eligible for entry into a diploma level course. Students may use the diploma as a pathway into a degree.
Applicants are required to attend an interview or live audition or provide a portfolio.
Two items should be prepared: An analytical essay about music or the music business. Topics may include a music artist, composer, musical; AND one of the following: A live music performance, A recorded video or audio performance, A recorded original composition including a credit list, A pdf score of an original composition or arrangement, A handwritten score of an original composition or arrangement, An original audio mix of a musical work including a credit list.

International:

Have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 qualification (or overseas equivalent as assessed by the Department of Education, including the International Baccalaureate (IB)), in the last 2 years.
Satisfy minimum standard English requirements.
Applicants are required to attend an interview or live audition or provide a portfolio.
Two items should be prepared: An analytical essay about music or the music business. Topics may include a music artist, composer, musical; AND one of the following: A recorded video or audio performance, A recorded original composition including a credit list, A pdf score of an original composition or arrangement, A handwritten score of an original composition or arrangement, An original audio mix of a musical work including a credit list.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates can step directly into the music industry or build their own path as an independent artist. Career opportunities include: Entertainment Publicist — craft artist narratives and secure media coverage across press, radio, and digital platforms; Artist Manager — guide creative talent, shape long-term careers, and build strategic industry partnerships; A&R Manager — discover and develop artists, shaping the sound and direction of future releases; Event Manager — produce seamless live experiences, coordinating teams, logistics, and audiences; Music Publisher — manage song rights, secure placements, and generate revenue through licensing and royalties; Recording Artist — write, record, and release original music while building your own audience and brand; Marketing & Sales — execute campaigns that grow fanbases, drive streams, and position artists in the market; Venue Manager — oversee live music spaces, curating programming and delivering standout audience experiences; Promoter — plan and deliver live events, from intimate shows to large-scale festivals.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units18 units

MAJOR Specialisation Elective

Music Specialisation Elective 1

Explore your interests through a choice of electives spanning AIM's course areas. This unit enables you to tailor your learning, develop new skills, and expand your creative and industry knowledge.

BMCP1

Collaboration Project 1

In this industry-focused collaborative project, you'll apply your theoretical and technical knowledge in a practical context, working with peers within or across disciplinary boundaries to design and produce a musical work.

BCIN1

Introduction to Higher Education Studies

Builds the academic skills you'll draw on across your entire degree. You'll develop your written and spoken communication at a tertiary level, covering essay technique, referencing, and scholarly research practices.

BMAS1

Music Materials 1

This foundational unit introduces you to the core materials of music, including pitch, rhythm, and harmony. You'll examine diverse musical styles to understand how these elements are structured and notated across different genres.

MAJOR Specialisation Elective

Music Specialisation Elective 2

Explore your interests through a choice of electives spanning AIM's course areas.

BACP2

Collaboration Project: Artist and Talent Management

You'll examine the management of artistic talent, investigating the creative mindset and how to nurture, develop, and work effectively with artists through the lens of inclusivity and diversity.

BAMS1

Art Meets Commerce: An Overview of the Arts and Entertainment Industry

This unit gives you a broad grounding in the music business, examining the history, function, and key activities of its numerous sectors.

BMAS2

Music Materials 2

Building directly on BMAS1, this unit develops your musicianship skills, aural appreciation, and understanding of musical structures further.

MAJOR specialisation elective

Music Specialisation Elective 3

Explore your interests through a choice of electives spanning AIM's course areas.

bACP1

Collaboration Project: Music Publishing

You'll apply your theoretical and technical knowledge of music publishing in a practical context, working in cross-disciplinary group projects. The unit establishes the function and role of music publishing and develops your understanding of the main copyrights within the industry.

BASC2

Startups: Entrepreneurship and Business Strategy

Exploring fundamentals of entrepreneurship, this unit cultivates an entrepreneurial mindset to facilitate students' ability to adapt and thrive in an innovative and disruptive music business.

BAMS4

Economics and Financial Management

This unit develops your understanding of the economic principles at work within the music business, examining the forces operating across different sectors and how they intersect across the industry.

MAJOR SPecialisation ELECTIVE

Music Specialisation Elective 4

Explore your interests through a choice of electives spanning AIM's course areas.

bacp3

Collaboration Project: Record Labels

An industry-focused, student-led collaborative project examining the commercial music business, specifically the evolution of the record label, with students collaborating across disciplines to manage the creation and promotion of a release.

BAMS5

Live Performance and Production Management

This unit gives you a broad grounding in the Australian and international live entertainment landscape, examining the processes and principles behind producing live events.

BAMS2

Marketing, Meaning, and Finding Your Tribe(s)

This unit establishes a grounding in the principles and practices of marketing and audience development within the music business, examining the industry-specific traits and nuances that call for a specialist approach.

MAJOR SPECIALISATION ELECTIVE

Music Specialisation Elective 5

Explore your interests through a choice of electives spanning AIM's course areas.

BMCP2

Collaboration Project 2

An industry-focused collaborative project, offering students the opportunity to apply theoretical and technical knowledge and skills in a practical context.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Bachelor of Music (Music Business) cost?

The indicative total course fee for domestic students is $75,600, and for international students it is $78,480. Fees are indicative only and are subject to change. FEE-HELP is available for eligible domestic students.

How long does the Bachelor of Music (Music Business) take to complete?

Domestic students can complete the degree in 6 study periods (2 years full-time) or 9 study periods (3 years part-time equivalent). International students must complete the course over 9 study periods (3 years) full-time.

Where is the Bachelor of Music (Music Business) offered?

The course is offered at both the Melbourne and Sydney campuses. Start dates vary by campus: February, May, and September intakes are available in Sydney, while Melbourne offers February and September intakes.

What do I need to prepare for the audition or portfolio submission?

Applicants must prepare two items: an analytical essay about music or the music business (topics may include a music artist, composer, or musical), and one of the following — a live music performance, a recorded video or audio performance, a recorded original composition including a credit list, a pdf or handwritten score of an original composition or arrangement, or an original audio mix of a musical work including a credit list.

Are there flexible exit points within the Bachelor of Music (Music Business)?

Yes. The course offers flexible exit points at Diploma, Associate Degree, and Bachelor's level, allowing you to shape your study journey to match your goals.

Application

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $45,000 to $65,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $85,000 to $120,000 per year

Career Paths

Music ProducerRecording Artist / PerformerAudio / Sound EngineerSongwriter and ComposerMusic Director

Key Skills

Live music performance and stagecraftStudio recording, mixing, and masteringMusic composition and arrangementProficiency in Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) such as Ableton Live, Logic Pro, and Pro ToolsSongwriting and lyrical development

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