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BA (Hons) Pathway | Artist Business Accelerator - Blended or Online
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BA (Hons) Pathway | Artist Business Accelerator - Blended or Online

Pathway to Earn a Globally Respected Bachelor’s Degree in Music Business

Study in person at your local Garnish student hub, online, or through a blended format, guided by superior roster of module leads and in-house mentors. Collaborate in person with like-minded peers, connect with our global community, and apply your expertise towards a globally recognized BA (Hons) degree pathway, awarded by our UK-based institution in London—one of the world's most influential music and cultural hubs. Then choose from our network of university partners to complete your degree. All programs are delivered in English.

Taught at our San Francisco studio, the BA (Hons) Pathway keeps groups small enough that every student gets real time at the controls. Bay Area producers lead the sessions, and the identical course can be taken live online if that suits you better, using our specialist music collaboration software, Muse.

Part 1

Level 4 Extended Diploma in Global Music Business (120 credits) is your backstage pass to understanding how the industry really works — from branding and digital marketing to global music management. This 120-credit course is designed specifically for artists and producers who are serious about building sustainable careers. Learn from real-world case studies, refine your public image, and develop the skills you need to take your career from local buzz to global reach. Practical, strategic, and focused entirely on helping you break through, this is the next step for creatives ready to own their brand and future. This qualification was completed by Ed Sheeran and Jess Glynne.

Level 5 Extended Diploma in Global Music Business (120 credits) is made for artists and producers ready to take control, scale up, and step into leadership roles within the global music industry. This 120-credit course dives deep into advanced business strategies, global marketing, artist management, and music licensing. You’ll gain 360° knowledge, including touring, live event management, and entrepreneurship — developing real-world business plans for your own startup, label, or digital platform. With modules in mental health, financial planning, and sustainable career building, this course isn’t just about breaking through — it’s about staying there.

Study online in your timezone, with our UK university partner.

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→ or study on-campus at a UK university for a fully immersive experience. Up to 50% higher tuition fees may apply and you will need to apply for a student visa. Discover qualities that distinguish us, here.

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“Taking this course was probably one of the best decisions I have made in my career thus far”

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