University of North Texas 
M.B.A. in Music Business
MBA in Music Business
Hands-on learning and industry experience with our
unique combination of business and music courses
Announcing the MBA in Music Business, a collaborative degree between UNT’s G. Brint Ryan College of Business and the internationally ranked UNT College of Music.
Welcoming students from all musical backgrounds including classical, jazz, & commercial music!
The College of Music and the G. Brint Ryan College of Business at the University of North Texas come together for the brand new MBA in Music Business.
This cutting edge program combines top-quality business administration curriculum with music classes geared towards entrepreneurship and business tools for the 21st century musician. Built upon the foundation of the Music Business & Entrepreneurship program, ranked by Billboard as a Top Music Business School for five years in a row, this MBA features curriculum on management, marketing, finance, media, and more for direct application to the music industry.
The MBA in Music Business welcomes students from all musical backgrounds including classical, jazz, and commercial music.
Top Music Business Schools 2019
Selection for the 5th year in a row!
Academic Partners
Academic partner with the Music Business Association
Nationally Ranked
Nationally ranked Online MBA Program by the Princeton Review
Degree Requirements
MBA Music Business
Total Credits: 36
Core Business Courses (24 credits)
- ACCT 5130 (3) | Accounting for Management
- DSCI 5180 (3) | Intro to the Business Decision Process
- FINA 5170 (3) | Financial Management
- MKTG 5150 (3) | Marketing Management*
*May substitute: MUCE 5010 (3) | Marketing for Musicians - MGMT 5140 (3) | Organizational Behavior and Analysis
- BCIS 5150 (3) | Leveraging Information Technology for Business
- MGMT 5710 (3) | Seminar in Business Ethics and Social Responsibility
- BUSI 5190 (3) | Administrative Strategy
Core Music Courses (9 credits)
- MUCE 5000 (3) | Music Business and Entrepreneurship
- MUCE 5030 (3) | Music Entrepreneurship Practicum/Internship
- MUCE 5040 (3) | Music Law and Finance
Supporting Courses (3 credits from selection)
- MUCE 5050 (3) | Artist Management and Touring
- MUCE 5020 (3) | Music Leadership and Performing Arts Management
- MUCE 5060 (3) | Beginning Digital Audio Production for Music Entrepreneurs
- MUCE 5070 (3) | Business of Music in Media
- MGMT 5300 (3) | Entrepreneurship and Venture Management
MBA entry requirements from College of Music
Applicants without a music degree will be required to demonstrate their involvement and understanding of music and the music industry with examples of their portfolio including recordings, videos, websites, social media, etc. via their resume, cover letter, essay, and other supporting materials upon application to the program. Materials will demonstrate breadth and depth of musical proficiency and preparation.
MBA Applications should include the following:
- A personal statement (300-500 words) describing the student’s musical experience, career goals, interests, and reasons for interest in the MBA in Music Business.
- The student’s contact information.
- A portfolio, website, videos, or other documentation demonstrating evidence of musical activity and experience.
Featured Faculty
Jessica Muñiz-Collado
Assistant Professor of Music Business
Jessica Muñiz-Collado is a music career consultant, composer/producer, percussionist, and an Assistant Professor of Music Business at the University of North Texas. She is also the Founder/Owner of NIZCO MUSIC – a music career consulting service that helps musicians compose their careers to their own B.E.A.T. (Business, Education, Artist Development, Technology).
As a firm advocate for preparing the next generation of musicians entering the music industry, Jessica serves on The Recording Academy’s education committee (TX Chapter) and is a Recording Academy voting member. She also serves as an Educator Ambassador for The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC), serves on the education committee for the Music Business Association, and is Chair of the Music Industry Council for the College Music Society.
As a composer/producer, she has created music for numerous production companies and music libraries including MundoFOX, Univision, IMAX, and Universal Production Music to name a few. She is also a published and commissioned composer with both national and international performances of her work. Jessica has been featured in Music Connection magazine, Digital Drummer magazine, Miami Art Zine, and the Percussive Arts Society's Percussive Notes magazine. To learn more about Jessica, please visit www.nizcomusic.com.
Rajesh Fotedar
Adjunct Instructor of Music Law
Rajesh Fotedar is an intellectual property attorney with nearly 20 years of experience.
In his entertainment practice, he advises clients regarding music licensing, TV/film production, copyright disputes, publishing agreements, and opera collaboration agreements.
In his patent law practice, he has helped clients protect software innovation in social networks, surgical augmented reality, gaming, artificial intelligence, computational creativity, and virtual conferencing. He also manages trademark portfolios involving trademark applications and registrations in over 30 countries, including Kenya, Singapore, Turkey, Costa Rica, and The Bahamas – to name a few. Rajesh has represented clients at the Trademark Trial & Appeal Board, the Copyright Office Review Board and the Copyright Office Claims Board, in patent reexaminations and web domain dispute arbitrations.
He is near completion of an M.A. in Music Industry from the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. He holds a J.D. from Case Western Reserve University School of Law and a B.S. in Computer Science from Ohio State University. Rajesh is a Registered U.S. Patent Attorney and is licensed to practice law in Arizona, California and Massachusetts.
In his entertainment practice, he advises clients regarding music licensing, TV/film production, copyright disputes, publishing agreements, and opera collaboration agreements.
In his patent law practice, he has helped clients protect software innovation in social networks, surgical augmented reality, gaming, artificial intelligence, computational creativity, and virtual conferencing. He also manages trademark portfolios involving trademark applications and registrations in over 30 countries, including Kenya, Singapore, Turkey, Costa Rica, and The Bahamas – to name a few. Rajesh has represented clients at the Trademark Trial & Appeal Board, the Copyright Office Review Board and the Copyright Office Claims Board, in patent reexaminations and web domain dispute arbitrations.
He is near completion of an M.A. in Music Industry from the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. He holds a J.D. from Case Western Reserve University School of Law and a B.S. in Computer Science from Ohio State University. Rajesh is a Registered U.S. Patent Attorney and is licensed to practice law in Arizona, California and Massachusetts.
Azim Rashid
Adjunct Instructor of Music Marketing
Azim Rashid is an entertainment executive, strategist, and marketing specialist who
has spent his career alongside chart-topping artists, executives, cultural icons,
and industry leaders at global brands, including Motown, Universal, Atlantic, Capitol,
Roc Nation, and Columbia Records. As an entrepreneur, he serves as Chief Strategist
for The Alchemy Group LLC, entertainment marketing company and CEO of the lifestyle
clothing brand Alum Apparel. He is also founder of Behind and Beyond the Mic, a philanthropic
foundation that fosters mentorship and coaching to up-and-coming entertainment executives.
A native son of Cleveland, Ohio, and a Texas transplant, his journey began with the Profile Records Rap group NEMESIS, which he co-founded in Dallas. His post-rap career led him into commercial radio, retail, and lifestyle promotion before forging into music and entertainment marketing, where he is best known for his input on promotion and marketing strategy for key clients that include Mary J. Blige, Sam Smith, NE-YO, Katy Perry, MIGOS, Sean "Diddy" Combs, T.I., Jaden Smith, Russ, The Roots, Erykah Badu, Raphael Saadiq, The Carters (Jay-Z and Beyonce), Lil Nas X, Lil TJay, Polo G, JohnLegend, Tyler The Creator, Chloe Halle, Adele, and other legendary artists and icons.
A recognized graduate from the University of North Texas, his philanthropic and community service pursuits include active membership in 100 Black Men of Metropolitan Houston, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. (Life Member), The Living Legends Foundation (President), Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center, The Recording Academy (Grammys) and UNT Alumni Association (Life Member).
A native son of Cleveland, Ohio, and a Texas transplant, his journey began with the Profile Records Rap group NEMESIS, which he co-founded in Dallas. His post-rap career led him into commercial radio, retail, and lifestyle promotion before forging into music and entertainment marketing, where he is best known for his input on promotion and marketing strategy for key clients that include Mary J. Blige, Sam Smith, NE-YO, Katy Perry, MIGOS, Sean "Diddy" Combs, T.I., Jaden Smith, Russ, The Roots, Erykah Badu, Raphael Saadiq, The Carters (Jay-Z and Beyonce), Lil Nas X, Lil TJay, Polo G, JohnLegend, Tyler The Creator, Chloe Halle, Adele, and other legendary artists and icons.
A recognized graduate from the University of North Texas, his philanthropic and community service pursuits include active membership in 100 Black Men of Metropolitan Houston, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. (Life Member), The Living Legends Foundation (President), Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center, The Recording Academy (Grammys) and UNT Alumni Association (Life Member).