Overview

Program Description

The mission of the Music Industry Administration program at California State University Northridge is to prepare students for professional growth by integrating up-to-date knowledge of the music industry’s varied facets with the students’ own career-related experiences. The program emphasizes analytical thinking, clear written and oral communication skills, the practice of ethical decision making and a global perspective. A spirit of collegiality among the students, faculty and members of the Hollywood/Los Angeles Music Industry community is fostered through social and professional interactions.

Designed to be accessible to the fully employed student and the midcareer professional, the average course load for the major is 6 units per semester. With few exceptions, graduate courses are typically scheduled on nights and weekends. Program curriculum is drawn from the Mike Curb College of Arts, Media, and Communication and the David Nazarian College of Business and Economics, and it is administered as a self-supported program by The Tseng College of Extended Learning.

Student Learning Outcomes

After successful completion of all requirements for the Master of Arts in Music Industry Administration, students will:

Demonstrate knowledge and identification of facts, terms, concepts, principles and theories within the music industry.

Identify the purpose, importance and critical function of copyright within the music industry.

Demonstrate professional competence and intellectual rigor in the execution of business practices and procedures common to the music industry.

Develop interpersonal skills and leadership qualities necessary for effectiveness in mixed artistic and nonartistic team-based business environments.

Develop interdisciplinary skills and entrepreneurial qualities necessary for career effectiveness within an evolving global music industry.

Recognize the importance of remaining both inquisitive and adaptable as the music industry continues to evolve.

Demonstrate the principles of exceptional character and assess the advantages, to both the individual and music industry alike, of incorporating them into one’s personality.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Financial and Managerial Accounting in Industry

Entertainment Business Law

Behavior in Organizations

Marketing Management

Music Industry Developments

Music Industry Research, Data and Analytics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-05-28 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Los Angeles, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

3.0 with no additional needs
2.76-2.99 plus 5 years of relevant/applicable experience
2.50-2.75 plus 10 years of relevant/applicable experience

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Other requirements

General requirements

Have a four-year baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution.

Be in good academic standing at the last college or university attended.

Complete the “International Online Application”

A $55.00 (US currency) non-refundable application fee

All secondary-school records

Applicants who have studied in the U.S. are also required to have the U.S.institution(s) send official transcript(s) directly to CSUN

Submit a copy of your passport information page with your documents

Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Cumulative GPA: 3.0 with no additional needs, or, 2.76-2.99 plus 5 years of relevant/applicable experience, or 2.50-2.75 plus 10 years of relevant/applicable experience

English Proficiency Requirements for International Applicants

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

9464 USD / year

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Out-of-State

9464 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

9464 USD / year

≈ 9464 USD / year

Additional Details

If you are not a resident of California, add $420 per unit.

Living costs

Los Angeles

United States

1520 - 2570 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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