University of Sheffield · Part-time
Music, Management and Innovation
Explore the global music industries through academic theory and innovative real-world projects. We foster collaboration between our internationally recognised School of Languages, Arts and Societies and our Triple Crown accredited Management School, informed b…
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School of Languages, Arts and Societies (Music)
Explore the global music industries through academic theory and innovative real-world projects. We foster collaboration between our internationally recognised School of Languages, Arts and Societies and our Triple Crown accredited Management School, informed by insights from established practitioners. Course title under review. The title of this course may change for 2026 entry. The course content will remain the same. Please contact us for further information. Course description Our programme is designed to prepare future leaders capable of navigating and influencing the evolving landscape of the global music industries. As music increasingly becomes one of the world's most dynamic and rapidly growing creative sectors, you'll explore established areas such as recording, publishing and live performance, alongside emerging fields including gaming, music and wellbeing, public policy, and the implications of new technologies. Through practical experiences and collaborative projects, you'll develop essential transferable skills - such as critical thinking, strategic planning and creative problem-solving - that help you address complex challenges and identify opportunities within this expanding global industry. The programme offers the flexibility to specialise in areas of interest, while providing comprehensive insight into leadership principles tailored specifically to music and wider creative industry contexts. Whether you aspire to join established music organisations, pursue entrepreneurial ventures, embark on academic research in music, or enhance your expertise with cutting-edge innovations, you'll graduate equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in this internationally significant and fast-developing sector. Accreditation The Department of Music is an All-Steinway School. The Management School is Triple Crown accredited, by AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB. Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.
Getting in
As the university states it
Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in any subject. We assess each application on the basis of the applicant’s preparation and achievement as a whole. We may accept applicants whose qualifications don’t meet the published entry criteria but have other experience relevant to the course.
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