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MUSB 1305 SURVEY OF THE MUSIC BUSINESS (3-3-0). An overview of the music industry including songwriting, live performance, the record industry, music merchandising, contracts and licenses, and career opportunities. Discussion regarding Music Business on the Internet will be included. (CMM 1613)

MUSB 1341 CONCERT PROMOTION AND VENUE MANAGEMENT (3-3-0). A course in the basics of concert promotion and venue management including considerations in purchasing a club; concert promotion and advertising; talent buying; city codes; insurance; Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission Regulation; American Society of Composers, Arrangers, and Producers (ASCAP/BMI) licenses; personnel management; and concert production and administration. (CMM 1653)

MUSB 1491 SPECIAL TOPICS: STUDENT INITIATED PROJECT (4-3-4). The primary objective of this course is to apply the skills learned in other Commercial Music courses. Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledge, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. Advanced work in areas of special interest with the approval of the instructor. May be repeated for credit with different emphasis. (CMM 2823)

MUSB 2301 MUSIC MARKETING AND MERCHANDISING (3-2-2). A study of the methods of distribution, retailing, and wholesaling. Topics include the basics of purchasing, inventory control, shipping and receiving, returns, pricing and cost analysis, merchandising, retail display, sales promotion, advertising, security and shrinkage, personnel management, and relationships between retailers and distributors. (CMM 2643)

MUSB 2305 MUSIC PUBLISHING (3-3-0). A study of the administrative and marketing aspects of music publishing including the application of current copyright law, developing songwriters, rights exploration, and royalty collection. (CMM 2623)

MUSB 2309 THE RECORD INDUSTRY (3-3-0). A study of the history of the record industry and the organization of large and small record companies. Topics include record company functions such as A & R, promotion, marketing, business affairs, and administration and distribution. (CMM 1633)

MUSB 2345 LIVE MUSIC AND TALENT MANAGEMENT (3-3-0). An examination of the role, scope, and activities of the talent manager including establishing the artist/manager relationship; planning the artist's career; and developing goals, strategies, and tactics with an overall view of the live music business. (CMM 1623)

MUSB 2355 LEGAL ASPECTS OF THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY (3-3-0). Copyright law and the various agreements used in the entertainment industry. Emphasizes contracts used by music publishers, record companies, artist managers, record producers, film and television producers, and booking agencies. (CMM 2613)

MUSB 2386 INTERNSHIP - MUSIC BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND MERCHANDISING (3-0-15). An experience external to the college for an advanced student in a specialized field involving a written agreement between the educational institution and a business or industry. Mentored and supervised by a workplace employee, the student achieves objectives that are developed and documented by the college and that are directly related to specific occupational outcomes. This may be a paid or unpaid experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. Insurance fee required. Prerequisites: Department approval (CMM 2813)

MUSB 2450 COMMERCIAL MUSIC PROJECT (4-3-4). The primary objective of this course is to apply the skills learned in other Commercial Music courses. This is a hands-on, project oriented course aimed at helping students create a portfolio of their work. Artists and their music will be the focus. Each student must design and complete his/her own project with instructor approval.. May be repeated for credit with different emphasis.

MUSC 1303 HISTORY OF POPULAR MUSIC (3-3-0). A study of commercial music industry trends and developments through historical analysis. Topics include the evolution of the music industry with emphasis on the development of popular musical styles and the impact of culture and technology on industry growth. (CMM 1663)

MUSP 1329 LIVE PERFORMANCE PRESENTATION (3-2-2). A study of the presentation of music to the public including development of image and stagecraft, production elements, and effective presentation programming. (CMM 2633)