Huston-Tillotson University has opened enrollment for a new Music Business Foundations certificate program open to adult learners and non-students. The professional education program will detail topics like music marketing, the legal aspects of music deals, music publishing and live music promotion. The first cohort will consist of 25 students, with classes beginning on Oct. 25. “This marks a significant milestone in our mission to prepare students and adult learners for careers in the music industry. We’re excited to introduce a revolutionary new way of learning about the business side of music with a curriculum we’ve been developing for over a year,” said For the Students founder Ogden Payne in a statement to the press. “We want to express our gratitude to the City of Austin for helping this partnership come together, as well as thank our internship partner C3 Presents for providing graduates of the program with an opportunity to grow in their professional journeys.” Through the partnership with C3 Presents, the program will offer paid internship opportunities and a limited number of scholarships.
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