Master’s in Music Business Management
Live the music industry and make things happen.
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IMB School, the home of music business training.
IMB School is the first school specialised in music business training. Our formula is endorsed by more than 90 companies in the sector and by the success of our students, 76% of whom work in the business 6 months after graduating.
Master's highlights
100% immersive and practical
You will live an immersive learning experience, familiarising yourself with all areas of the sector. As you progress through this master’s programme, you will be immersed in practical, experiential learning that will inspire your career path.
Real projects with real money
You will be part of a team that will have €3,000 to develop the career of an emerging artist. In addition, you will have €8,500 to produce a festival and release a compilation.
More than 30 industry experts
This programme will allow you to learn from top professionals in the international music sector, through in-person workshops and mentoring sessions.
Networking
You will create your own network from day one, working closely with all kinds of professionals in the music and creative industries.
77% get jobs
You will develop the professional skills to succeed in the working world. 77% of our students find jobs in the industry just 6 months after graduating.
Who is this Master's for?
This programme is especially recommended for you if you identify with the following profile:
You want to be at the centre of the music business, working closely with artists, festivals and labels, and to do internships in music companies.
You have a global vision of the world and see networking as a powerful tool for the creation of professional opportunities.
You like to understand how things work and to make projects happen.
You are determined and active, and you are 100% committed to growing professionally in the music business.
Syllabus
How does this programme work?
All our training is modular, so each programme includes a specific combination of modules. The Master’s in Music Business Management includes the following combination of modules:
Make It Happen
You will develop music projects in teams (an artist’s career, a festival and a label) with real money and the help of professional experts who will accompany you through workshops and mentoring. 100% immersive and practical.
Spanish/English
45 ECTS
LBDP (In Person)
Professional Development
With the help of an HR expert, you will develop a professional strategy and acquire the skills you need to achieve your career goals.
English
5 ECTS
LBDO (Cohort-Based Online)
Internships
You will have access to optional internships in some of the most prominent organisations in the sector. We currently have agreements with over 90 organisations.
Spanish/English
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LBDP (In Person)
Advanced Principles (AP)
Theoretical basis of the music business. You will learn about all the roles and business models, how they interrelate with one another and how the money flows.
Spanish/English
5 ECTS
AOL (Online)
Legal Aspects (LA)
You will obtain a complete overview of the entire legal basis of the music business. It covers the analysis of the common practices in the main international markets and contracts for each business model.
Spanish/English
5 ECTS
AOL (Online)
LBDP
Learning by Doing In Person
In Person and practical
LBDO
Learning by Doing Online
Cohort-based and practical
AOL
Active Online Learning
Flexible and at your own pace.
Timeline
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SWIPE
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Learn from the best
Make It Happen Experts
JEREMIAH GOGO
Head of Data & A&R Analytics | Atlantic Records
SARA MADRIGAL
Product Manager | Sony Music
ALBA BARNEDA
Head of Production | CANADA
SIMON WAGNER
Strategic Partner Manager, Artist Development | YouTube Music
GEORGIA TAGLIETTI
Strategist and Mentor / Manager | Laurent Garnier
SANTIAGO RICART
Head of A&R | Sony Music Publishing Spain
JACQUELINE TUROLLA
Production Manager & Artist Liaison | Primavera Sound
CHAZ JENKINS
Chief Commercial Officer | Chartmetrics
MARTA DÍAZ
Senior A&R | Sony Music
BRUNO FÀBREGAS
Technical Producer
ALEXANDRA BEDOYA
Music Business Management Director | IMB School
DR.ME
Creative Studio
EKATERINA BAZHANOVA
CEO | Music Development Russia
ENRIC ENRICH
Alliance Partner | Croma-Copyrait
ESTEFANÍA PÉREZ
Head of Art | Vida Festival
FERRAN CONANGLA
Artistic Producer
IVONE LESAN
International Booking Agent | Primavera Sound
FERNANDO YAÑEZ
Head | Live in Dallas / Booker | Last Tour
TAMARA CRIADO
IP Expert Lawyer
FRANKIE PIZÁ
Creative Director| Vampire Studio
SOFÍA REQUEIJO
Creative Planner | Sony Music
JAVIER PÉREZ
Production Manager | Wolfpack Iberia
JOSÉ TORRABADELLA
VP Broadcast | BMAT
LUIS FERNÁNDEZ
Director | Sonido Muchacho / Consultor A&R | Universal Music Spain
MARTA ABELLA
Director | Lume!
NICOLÁS CEVALLOS
Head of Content | Gallery Session / Strategic Designer | Folch
PAU CORBALÁN
International Booking | Last Tour
RAÜL REFREE
Artistic Producer
ROGER RODÉS
Co-Fundador | Medusa Estudio
TERESA VALLBONA
Press & Comms related to Culture
YVES ROUSSEL
Mastering Engineer
Resources
3.000€ per team
Per team
You and your team will receive €3,000 for the recording and release of a single and video clip of the artist you manage.
€8,500
Per class
Your class will receive €8,500 for the organisation of a festival and the release of a vinyl compilation.
Mentorings
Per team
You will be mentored through all stages of artist development.
Premium databases
You will have access to Statista and Chartmetrics to create the business plan.
Study in Barcelona or Madrid
You can study the Make it Happen module in Barcelona or Madrid. Both locations offer the same quality and learning experience.
Barcelona and Madrid are known for being technological and cultural hubs and are in the spotlight of the international music sector. This programme will allow you to play a leading role in the music industry in these cities from day one.
Show the industry your talent
Our Master’s partners will see the results of your work.
These are some of the entities with which we have agreements for internships. There are more than 90.
Access to IMB Network
This programme will give you access to the IMB Network, an exclusive platform used to find internships, the most important professional music business events and connect with alumni and faculty members.
Enrolment fee
Enrolment fee (Barcelona or Madrid)
€12,000€
Sum of module fees if acquired separately: €13,250
See financing options here.
Information Sessions
ONLINE INFORMATION SESSIONS
In these online information sessions we will solve doubts and answer questions in relation to our programmes.
BOOK A CALL WITH AN EXPERT PROGRAMME ADVISOR
You will receive a call to answer any questions you may have and to help you choose the best training option for you.
INFORMATION SESSIONS IN BARCELONA
The information sessions in Barcelona are the perfect opportunity to get to know the facilities of the Conservatori del Liceu, where the in person classes are held.
INFORMATION SESSIONS IN MADRID
During the information sessions in Madrid you will have the opportunity to get to know the Sony Music Spain space, where the in person classes are held.
