- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course builds on knowledge gained about the music business through the previous course BCST 1002. Now that the basics of managing a music career are understood, advanced marketing techniques for artists are explored. Students build a music marketing plan following intense study on why people buy music products. The legal side of the business is examined and issues around contract law and copyright are explored to help avoid classic pitfalls, leading to a very complete music business marketing plan.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in BCST 1002
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$456.13
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Assess recent changes in the music industry.
- Apply high level marketing tactics to grassroots initiatives.
- Define a target demographic and develop ways to reach it.
- Explore and define contracts.
- Competently discuss legal issues.
- Describe the elements of copyright law.
- Identify how to protect copyright as an artist.
- Craft an overall marketing plan.
- Maximize artist/business CRA tax deductibles, benefits.
Effective as of Winter 2025
Related Programs
The Music Business: Marketing & Entertainment Law (BCST 1003) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Business + Media
- Music Business
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2025
Below is one offering of BCST 1003 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 62800
Dates
Apr 09 - Jul 02 In Progress
- CRN 62800
- $456.13 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 09 - Jul 02 | Wed | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Chris Brandt
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Pre-requisite is needed to register. If the pre-requisite has not been completed, contact the Program Assistant, Gena_Peters@bcit.ca. This course will be delivered synchronously ONLINE, requiring your attendance and participation in scheduled online lectures for the duration of the course. Prospective students should have solid written and spoken English language skills to be successful in this course. Only those intending to pursue the entire Music Business Associate Certificate program should enrol. No class Wed. May 28. If seats remain, registration is permitted without approval up to April 15th, by calling 604-434-1610.
Status
In Progress
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