Program Overview

Music Publishing: Law and Business

The Music Publishing: Law and Business course provides a comprehensive understanding of the music publishing industry, covering topics such as copyright law, songwriting agreements, and licensing for records, films, and television.

Course Details

• Course Code: MUSC X 448.17
• Duration: As few as 11 weeks
• Units: 4.0
• Current Formats: Live Online
• Cost: Starting at $835.00

What You Can Learn

• Practical music publishing topics, including licensing for various media
• Negotiation points for different kinds of agreements
• Interaction with organizations such as ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC
• Engagement with guest speakers, including music executives and attorneys

About This Course

This course is designed for those interested in a career in music publishing, as well as for business and personal managers and attorneys who desire a working knowledge of the music publishing industry. Topics include:

• Copyright basics
• Songwriter agreements
• Setting up domestic licensing for records, motion pictures, television, print, commercials, and other areas
• Aspects of foreign sub-publishing, including negotiating agreements and collection societies
• Dealing with ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC
• Trends and revenue opportunities in the evolving digital marketplace

Spring 2026 Schedule

• Date: April 2 - June 11
• Time: Thursday, 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
• Instructor: Robert Teegarden
• Format: Live Online, Remote Classroom
• Fee: $835.00

Course Requirements

• Internet access required to retrieve course materials
• Book: Music Publishing -- The Complete Guide by Steve Winogradsky

Schedule

• Lecture, Thu Apr 2, 2026, 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT, Remote Classroom
• Lecture, Thu Apr 9, 2026, 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT, Remote Classroom
• Lecture, Thu Apr 16, 2026, 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT, Remote Classroom
• Lecture, Thu Apr 23, 2026, 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT, Remote Classroom
• Lecture, Thu Apr 30, 2026, 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT, Remote Classroom
• Lecture, Thu May 7, 2026, 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT, Remote Classroom
• Lecture, Thu May 14, 2026, 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT, Remote Classroom
• Lecture, Thu May 21, 2026, 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT, Remote Classroom
• Lecture, Thu May 28, 2026, 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT, Remote Classroom
• Lecture, Thu Jun 4, 2026, 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT, Remote Classroom
• Lecture, Thu Jun 11, 2026, 7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT, Remote Classroom

Applicable Programs

• Independent Music Production Certificate: Learn the ins and outs of independent music production, covering the creative and marketing aspects of the business.
• Music Business Certificate: Gain the knowledge to tackle the rapidly evolving music industry.
• Music Supervision Specialization: This specialization program guides you through the ins and outs of music supervision.