Music Industry Management and Artist Development

*Domestic applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents, protected persons and Convention refugees.
Fanshawe's Music Industry Management and Artist Development graduate certificate program is your gateway to mastering the entrepreneurial skills required to carve out a successful career path in the dynamic world of music. This isn't just about the music business; it's about nurturing artists and their craft, from songwriting and performance critique to understanding the intricacies of event production and artist management.
Throughout the program, you will explore a range of topics essential for artist development and success in the music industry. Gain insights into sourcing and building teams, identifying Canadian organizations and services for partnership opportunities, and ensuring the best outcomes for music projects.
From exploring the inner workings of the music industry to mastering marketing, promotion, and sales strategies, you will develop a holistic understanding of what it takes to succeed. Dive into the intricacies of event production, venue management, artist management, music publishing and administration, digital music management, songwriting, performance, grant writing, and tour booking.
Benefit from hands-on learning experiences, including a 150-hour internship, where you will roll up your sleeves and gain practical experience in real-world settings. Collaborate with peers across disciplines within the School, enhancing your interpersonal, communication, and project management skills while making valuable industry connections.
Delivered in a blended format, Music Industry Management and Artist Development program ensures flexibility without compromising on the quality of education. Whether you are refining your artistry, assisting with artist bookings, or mastering contract negotiation, you will graduate prepared for diverse career opportunities in artist development, performance, and promotion within the music industry.
Join us at Fanshawe College and embark on a transformative journey that will empower you to shape the future of the music industry, one chord at a time.
Graduates of Fanshawe’s Music Industry Management and Artist Development program have the knowledge and skills to pursue a career with:
“Music Industry Arts was the first of its kind in Canada and we are doing it again with the Music Industry Management and Artist Development program. In this program that is geared towards artists, artist developers and future music business leaders, our students will work closely with professors and guests to launch their careers on the right foot. Our internship course will place our business students right in the place they want to be, and our artists will leave with a portfolio at a level that would otherwise take years to achieve.”
Dan Brodbeck
Program Coordinator & Professor, Music Industry Management & Artist Development
Juno Award Winner for Recording Engineer
2020 Grammy Nominee for Best Rock Album
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to: