Electronic Music Artist Development Course

Teaching you how to make money in the music industry

Business planning

How to asses a plan, putting a plan together
Public funding and grants
Executive Summaries

Revenue streams

Income from music activities
The potential revenue streams
Business protocol

Your music industry

Business practices
PRS, PPL, MCPS, & the MU
Labels, aggregators, publisher

Frequently asked questions

When are the lessons ?

The Artist Development Course takes place on a Friday evening 6pm till 9:30pm.

Start dates are displayed on the website.

Who is this course suitable for ?

Anyone interested in working in the music industry. You do not have to be a music producer, or a DJ, but simply have a desire to learn the skills that will help you create a career for yourself within the music industry. 16+

What do I need to bring to the lessons ?

We suggest all learners bring the following:

A pen and notepad, a laptop (if possible/not essential), a USB.

I work full time can I study this course ?

Yes, many students successfully study this course whilst working full-time hours.

Your study is broken up into 3 1/2 hrs of weekly lectures (fixed time every week).

If you have any questions please contact a course advisor on

+44 (0)161 833 4722.

Will I have access to learning materials ?

All SEM MCR students have access to learning materials and supporting documents as part of their course.

“This course gave me a clear path into the music industry. I now understand how to build my brand, release music, and move towards a real career as an artist.”

Tony Nguyen, Artist Development Student