Learn by Performing, Creating, Analyzing and Listening
As a music major, you will learn by performing, creating, analyzing and listening to music. You will refine your talent as a musician through intensive training and build a strong foundation in the humanities and social sciences, with courses in theory, history and performance. The music entrepreneurship specialization is designed for students who enjoy music but want a career option outside of performing or teaching music. The program prepares students for careers in music manufacturing, retail sales, music production, publishing, arts management, industry and a variety of other fields. An on-the-job internship experience is included as part of the professional requirement for the degree.
Is it for you?
This program will be a good fit if you:
- Have prior training in music, such as in a high school music program.
- Enjoy performing in groups.
- Enjoy working in the world of business and with other artistic people.
- Are disciplined, self- motivated and hard-working.
Career Opportunities
Explore possible career opportunities with this degree:
- Sales manager
- Facilities manager
- Arts administrator
- Event production
- Arts marketing
Recent Employers
Graduates have gone on to work at employers such as:
- Norwegian Cruise Lines
- Sweetwater Sound
- Conference Technologies, Inc.
- Daktronics
Internship Opportunities
We have provided the following internship opportunities:
- Sioux Falls Blues and Jazz Society
- Washington Pavilion
- Sweetwater Sound
- Brookings Chamber of Commerce
- Daktronics
Clubs & Organizations
We offer the following extracurricular clubs to participate in:
- Music Entrepreneurship Club
- Tau Beta Sigma
Suggested Certificates
New Product and Venture Development Certificate (Undergraduate)
Lobbying and Government Advocacy Certificate (Undergraduate)
Public Service Certificate (Undergraduate)
Suggested Minors
Theatre Minor
Leadership and Management of Nonprofit Organizations Minor
Marketing Minor
Advertising Minor
Digital and Social Media Minor
Economics Minor
Still Undecided?
If you are uncertain about your major and have questions about career planning, you are not alone. Choosing a major or career can be a very difficult decision. We're here to help.
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Lobbying and Government Advocacy Certificate (Undergraduate)
New Product and Venture Development Certificate (Undergraduate)
Performing Arts Administration Minor
