ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
CUA40920: Certificate IV in Music (Business Specialisation)
Our Entertainment Business Management course will give you the essential knowledge and skills needed to navigate the intricate landscape of the music industry. Whether you dream of managing artists, curating live events, working at a record label or driving the success of music-related ventures, this course is for you.
Developed in consultation with Australia’s music industry, this course focuses on project-based learning aligned with real-world applications. Graduate with a nationally recognised qualification - Cert IV in Music (Business).
This course focuses on developing an entrepreneurial mindset and applying skills and knowledge across the five music industry sectors: Creation, Distribution, Publishing, Management, & Events.
we’ve reimagined music education
All OCA students have access to industry practices, resources and education within a 360-degree creative hub designed for artists, bands, managers, music entrepreneurs, producers, and songwriters.
PERFORM - Perform in our monthly emerging artist showcase held at Oxford Art Factory. If you’re more of a behind-the-scenes person, work on any aspect of this event, from promotion to event management.
PRODUCE - Define your sound with hands-on artist development & learn how to produce your strongest work in the studio.
RELEASE - Access label and distribution services to release your music or work with emerging artists to release theirs with no upfront costs.
LEARN - You’ll study a nationally recognised Cert IV in Music and choose your specialisation in Entertainment Business Management, Music Production or Live Performance.
PLUS! All OCA students receive free entry to 4 gigs at Oxford Art Factory monthly for professional development and networking opportunities. You choose the gigs, and we’ll add you to the VIP list.
COURSE DETAILS
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Duration
12 months, 4 x 10-week terms
Study Commitment
Blended Delivery
Online / Self Paced Study = 14.5hr p/week.
Face to Face (on campus) = 3hrs p/week
Online Delivery
Online / Self Paced Study = 17.5hr p/week.
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At the completion of this course you will:
• Be empowered to develop, create, and exercise your entrepreneurial mindset
• Learn, practice, and consolidate transferrable skills and knowledge across the five industry sectors;
• Undertake project-based learning to develop innovative ideas and work collaboratively;
• Undertake industry-related practical and theoretical assessments;
• Build a portfolio of industry-relevant experience; and
• Contextualise all learning within the creative arts industry.Item description
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o We recommend that students are at least 18 yrs or over to study with OCA.
o Students are NOT required to have an ATAR to study with OCA
o English proficiency: Domestic students must demonstrate LLN to the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) Level
o International students must demonstrate they hold an IELTS 5.5 with no skills band less than 5 or equivalent
o Sound computer skills (web navigation, email, document creation, sharing, and presentation)
o Student Equipment: Home Internet connection, Personal Laptop (minimum specs 1.2ghz, 250gb HDD)
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Sales
Promotions
Merchandising
Distribution
Artist Development
A&R
Publishing
Marketing
Publicity
Booking Agent
Label Services
Business Startups
Venue Manager / FOH
course outline
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CUAMLT302 - Apply Knowledge Of Style And Genre To Music Industry Practice
CUAIND411 + CUAMWB402 - Manage feedback and Extend Expertise in creative practice
CUACMP311 - Implement copyright arrangements
CUAPOS412 - Manage media assets
CUAADM311 - Book and Administer Performance Venues
BSBESB301 + BSBESB401 - Investigate business opportunities & develop business plans
BSBCMM511 - Communicate with Influence
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BSBESB406 - Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures
CUAMGT411 - Manage distribution of music and associated products
BSBMKG433 - Undertake marketing activities -
BSBPMG421 - Apply project time management techniques
CUAMGT404 - Administer Artist royalty income
HEAR WHAT OUR STUDENTS HAVE TO SAY
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ATAR FREE ZONE.
Don't stress about YR 12 exams; we care about your passion for music rather than your ATAR score. You don't need an ATAR to study at Oxford Creative Academy.
No Useless Electives.
Every unit has real-world application in mind to ensure you can step out of our doors straight into your dream gig. There’s also NO EXAMS - Like, ever! And, all of your assessments are hands-on industry projects.
Connection To Industry.
Attend optional days to undertake WORK EXPERIENCE AND MENTORSHIP from industry experts. Study online or from the Oxford Art Factory Stage!
Flexible and Affordable.
We're proudly one of the most affordable fully accredited courses, offering flexible payment options.
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Studying at Oxford Creative Academy has definitely been a fantastic hands-on experience. I would recommend it to anyone hoping to kickstart their career into the music industry. For me, it was an enriching platform to study and learn from current industry leaders that have a wealth of knowledge and experience.
Leila Maulen (OCA STUDENT)
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The first thing that attracted me to Oxford Creative Academy was their alignment with the industry, for me it was “the best way to learn is to be in a course that practically feels like you’re already in the industry!
Kendal Miles (OCA STUDENT)