Music (Minor Required), Business Emphasis, B.A.

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The study of music at a liberal arts institution fosters problem solvers, independent thinkers, team players and future leaders. A student majoring in music at Ferrum College will have the opportunity to perform with instrument or voice, demonstrate an understanding of music theory and practice, study the development of music throughout history, and develop an understanding of the business of music. The goals of this degree program are to develop musicianship and artistic sensibilities alongside business and technical skills.

Program Specific Requirements (18 Credit Hours)

ACC 201 - Principles of Accounting I 3 Credit(s).
ART 222 - Basic Computer Graphics 3 Credit(s).
BUS 303 - Principles of Management 3 Credit(s).
COM 200 - Strategies for Public Relations and Social Media 3 Credit(s).
COM 201 - Public Speaking 3 Credit(s).
ENG 310 - Media Law and Ethics 3 Credit(s).

Music Common Required Courses (11 Credit Hours)

MUS 100 - Music Appreciation 3 Credit(s).
MUS 105 - Music Theory I 2 Credit(s).
MUS 106 - Aural Skills Lab I 1 Credit(s).
MUS 107 - Music Theory II 2 Credit(s).
MUS 108 - Aural Skills Lab II 1 Credit(s).
MUS 143, 144 - Piano Class 1 Credit(s).

Required Courses (22 Credit Hours)

Private Music Lessons (Choose 6 Credit Hours):
MUS 151, 152 to 451, 452 - Private Music Lessons 1 Credit(s).
Music Ensemble (Choose 6 Credit Hours:)
MUS 111 - Concert Choir 1 Credit(s).
MUS 117 - Chorale 1 Credit(s).
MUS 119 - Band 1 Credit(s).
MBU 201 - Music Business I 3 Credit(s).
MBU 301 - Music Business II 3 Credit(s).
MBU 401 - Advanced Topics in Music Business 1 Credit(s).
MBU 499 - Music Business Internship 3 Credit(s).

Program Electives (Choose 6 Credit Hours)

ART 215 - Photoshop 3 Credit(s).
BUS 311 - Social Media Marketing Strategies 3 Credit(s).
BUS 320 - Entrepreneurship 3 Credit(s).
COM 215 - Multimedia Storytelling 3 Credit(s).
COM 223 - Basic Audio Recording 3 Credit(s).
COM 235 - Fundamental of TV and Video Production 3 Credit(s).
REC 450 - Special Events Planning and Management 3 Credit(s).

Music (Minor Required), Business Emphasis, B.A.

Program Specific Requirements (18 Credit Hours)

Music Common Required Courses (11 Credit Hours)

Required Courses (22 Credit Hours)

Program Electives (Choose 6 Credit Hours)

Total Credit Hours Required in Major: 39

Total Credit Hours Required in Degree: 121