The Bachelor of Science in Music Business & Entrepreneurship is meticulously crafted to offer students a holistic and in-depth understanding of the music industry, combining theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on experience. Through a carefully curated curriculum, students delve into a variety of courses such as Strategic Music Entrepreneurship Development, Foundations of Music Business, Digital Musicianship and Production, and Music Production in Commercial Media. Additional coursework in Multimedia Production for the Music Industry, Commercial Music Courses and Ensembles, and cutting-edge AI Courses in Music further enrich the students’ learning experience. These courses are designed not only to impart essential knowledge but also to inspire innovation and creativity in the field.

Emphasizing experiential learning, the program connects students with real-world practice, allowing them to engage directly with the music industry through Music Internship Ensembles and projects that explore the Social Impact of Music Entrepreneurs. The curriculum culminates in the capstone courses, where students fortify their business plans, integrating all they have learned into a cohesive, practical business strategy. This focus on experiential learning ensures that students can tailor their educational journey to their specific vocational interests, applying the knowledge and skills acquired to carve out unique career paths in the music industry. In fostering a direct connection between classroom learning and industry practice, the program equips students with the tools they need to navigate and succeed in the multimodal creative economies of music business and entrepreneurship.

The University of Florida is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

Critical Tracking records each student’s progress in courses that are required for entry to each major. Please note the critical-tracking requirements below on a per-semester basis.

Equivalent critical-tracking courses as determined by the State of Florida Common Course Prerequisites may be used for transfer students.

Semester 1

• Complete MUT 1111 and MUT 1241L with minimum grades of C
• Complete MVK 1111 with a minimum grade of C
• Complete MUN 1000- or 2000-level Ensemble with a minimum grade of C
• 2.0 UF GPA required

Semester 2

• Complete MUT 1112 and MUT 1242L with minimum grades of C
• Complete MVK 1112 with a minimum grade of C
• Complete MUN 1000- or 2000-level Ensemble with a minimum grade of C
• 2.0 UF GPA required

Semester 3

• Complete (MUT 2116 and MUT 2246L) or (MUT 1361L and MUT 2213L), all with minimum grades of C
• Complete MVK 2221 or MVK 2175L with a minimum grade of C
• Complete MUN 1000- or 2000-level Ensemble with a minimum grade of C
• 2.0 UF GPA required

Semester 4

• Complete (MUT 2117 and MUT 2247L) or (MUT 1362 and MUT 2215L), all with minimum grades of C
• Complete MVK 2222 with a minimum grade of C
• Complete MUN 1000- or 2000-level Ensemble with a minimum grade of C
• 2.0 UF GPA required

Semester 5

• 2.0 UF GPA required

Semester 6

• 2.0 UF GPA required

Semester 7

• 2.0 UF GPA required

Semester 8

• 2.0 UF GPA required

To remain on track, students must complete the appropriate critical-tracking courses, which appear in bold. These courses must be completed by the terms as listed above in the Critical Tracking criteria.

This semester plan represents an example progression through the major. Actual courses and course order may be different depending on the student's academic record and scheduling availability of courses. Prerequisites still apply.