Business Management and Music Production

Business Management and Music Production is a degree that bridges two fields with more in common than they might initially appear. The music industry is one of the most competitive commercial environments in the world, and building a sustainable career within it, whether as a producer, label executive, artist manager, or independent creator, requires both creative and technical expertise and a sound understanding of the business principles that underpin commercial success. Studying business management alongside music production gives you both the creative craft and the commercial literacy that the industry demands.

At Liverpool Hope University, this three-year full-time programme combines training in music production, including recording, mixing, sound design, and the creative use of digital audio technologies, with business education covering marketing, entrepreneurship, finance, management, and the specific commercial dynamics of the music industry. Liverpool is an exceptional location for this combination: a city whose contribution to popular music is unmatched in Britain, with a lively contemporary scene that connects academic music study to real professional contexts. A sandwich year, year abroad, and work placement are all available, giving you substantial professional and international experience before you graduate.

Graduates move into roles in music production, artist management, record label management, music marketing, music publishing, events management, and the wider creative and entertainment industries. Many develop portfolio careers that combine commercial music work with teaching, promotion, or independent production. The combination of creative technical skills and business acumen is particularly valuable in a music industry that rewards both artistic quality and commercial intelligence.

Some graduates also pursue postgraduate study in music business or music production.