Advanced Career Opportunities prepares the student for work in the music industry. Skills learned include the basic Microsoft Office suite, AFM, CBC, Socan and Recording Contracts, Copyright Law, interview techniques, publicity and marketing elements. Lectures, assignments and guest lectures will develop a student's comprehensive knowledge of the local and national classical and commercial music scenes.
Prerequisites
MUSC 2407 Career Opportunities for Musicians 1
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Introduction to basic skills to be examined Review of Word and Introduction to Power Point Vancouver’s classical and commercial music ecology Art organizations, societies, boards and institutions Contracts: AFM, CBC, Equity, TV/Film Basics of Copyright law and your legal rights Music Management and Communications Publicity Fundraising and Development Introduction to Excel Introduction to Access Conflict Resolution
1. Practical and/or written examinations that demonstrate ability at or above the final exam and learning outcomes of this course.
2. A successful interview with the Music Department Leader and one other regularized music faculty member
For more information about Music courses, please email [email protected].
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71671 |
September 8, 2026 to December 15, 2026 |
Lecture Online |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.