Mat300
Business Mathematics for Musicians
GE requirement — 3 units
An introductory course that develops basic
practical math and financial skills necessary
for working musicians, using the model of the
traditional and ever-changing music industry.
Students are introduced to the basic money trail
of the musicians’ experience from creation of
intellectual property to fees, royalties, residual,
and investment income. Emphasis is on handson
exercises to enhance the practical development
of basic financial skills and how to understand
basic financial tools including checking
statements, royalty accountings, P/L statements,
balance sheets, and investor proposals. Topics
include an historical overview of the development
of the music industry as we know it today.
3 hours lecture