Music Business Law and Contract Negotiations

The Music Business Law and Contract Negotiations Course revisits and further expands on business law as it relates to the entertainment industry. Students are introduced to contract writing strategies as they examine strengths and weaknesses of real-world entertainment contracts. Students are then given the opportunity to focus on their chosen creative industry and explore specific contract issues. Finally, the roles of lawyers, business managers, and agents in the entertainment business industry are addressed.

Course Outline

• Specific Legal Terminology Relating to the Music Business Industry
• Industry Contract Issues
• Contract Writing and Negotiation
• Lawyers, Business Managers, and Agents