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Creative & Entertainment Industries, BA/BS

Designed to prepare future leaders of the creative and entertainment industries by providing the guiding principles and practices of all facets of the entertainment industry.

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Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business

Natalie Peterson
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Why Major in Creative & Entertainment Industries? 

students presenting at Live Nation Nashville officesInterested in creative and entertainment industries (CEI)? This program is for you.

Belmont's comprehensive curriculum prepares future leaders of these industries by providing the guiding principles & practices of various sectors including, film, music, television, radio, sports, video games, books and fashion. Courses and experiences focus on current concepts, industry frameworks, business models and organizational structures that drive the creative economy.

You will be challenged to think critically about the foundations that underpin the world of entertainment and the creative economy. And you'll get to customize your program toward your interests.

You'll complete either the B.S. or B.A. curriculum with a major in the creative & entertainment industries and a minor in a related discipline (of your choice!). You can choose a business function like marketing, management, public relations OR a specific industry like sports administration, music business or theater.

Instead of choosing a minor, some students choose to double major in an area that complements your professional goals (sport administration, video production, emerging media, public relations, songwriting, motion pictures, publishing, art, etc.).

What You'll Learn

As a Creative & Entertainment Industries student, you'll get a strong foundation in topics that drive the creative economy, learning principles and practices of the film, music, television, radio, sports, video games and publishing industries.

Career Possibilities

Whether seeking to fulfill a life-long dream of working for Disney, organizing, marketing and promoting fairs and festivals or becoming an agent for recording artists, book authors or comedians, CEI majors are taking the first step toward launching a rewarding career in the entertainment industry.

Creative & Entertainment Industries majors have the opportunity to intern across the U.S. and abroad. Our graduates have gone on to work for companies like Netflix, Walt Disney Company, Universal Music, CBS, Simon & Schuster and many others.

Program Details

Curriculum

The music business major is equivalent to a double major in business administration and music business, so you won't need to complete a minor area of study. A major in music business leads to the Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) and requires a total of 128 credit hours of coursework:

  • BELL core requirements: 53 hours
  • Major requirements: 42 hours
  • Major requirements: 18 hours
  • Electives: 15 hours 

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Courses You'll Take

As a Creative & Entertainment Industries student, you'll get a strong foundation in topics that drive the creative economy.

  • Creative Industries Theory & Practice
  • Creativity & Innovation
  • Emerging Media Trends & Technology
  • Decision Making & Analytics in Entertainment
  • Entertainment Distribution & Promotion
  • Entertainment Economics
  • Managing Organizations in Entertainment
  • Entertainment Law & Licensing

You'll also take required electives that concentrate on specific industries of interest and skill development courses such as:

  • Fairs & Festivals
  • Theme Parks & Attractions
  • Video Game Industry
  • Film Industry
  • Representing Talent in Entertainment
  • Social & Emotional Intelligence

When you graduate, you'll have the tools to thrive in any area of the creative economy.

Become part of the magic that is known worldwide

Creative & Entertainment Industry majors and students of the Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business also have the unique opportunity to participate in the Disney College Program (acceptance required) and still remain full-time at Belmont University!! Remaining full-time allows students to retain scholarships and financial aid while keeping them on track to graduate ‘on-time’.

Whether deciding to head down to Disney World or Disneyland, students who choose to participate can earn internship credit, take online courses through Belmont and participate in Disney’s unique seminars and professional development classes for credit.

“As a Disney College Program participant, you’ll become part of the magic that is known Worldwide. Gain valuable, on-the-job experience working in our parks and resorts, participate in college coursework, and have the opportunity to meet and live with people from all over the country and potentially the world in company-sponsored housing. This truly unique five- to seven-month program allows participants to network with leaders, take part personal and career development classes, and build transferable skills such as problem-solving, teamwork, guest service and effective communication.” DisneyCareers.com

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Alumni Testimonials

Jordan Zinserling

Jordan Zinserling '23 | Wappingers Falls, New York

"Being a CEI student at Belmont University has exceeded all of my expectations. I transferred to Belmont as a sophomore, and the CEI program made Belmont my top choice. The classes and professors have provided me with the tools and leadership experience needed to excel in the entertainment industry. They have also encouraged me to pursue my dreams and celebrate my accomplishments when I have achieved them. I have had the privilege of interning for some amazing companies which would not have been possible without some of my classes, on-campus organizations, and the Belmont USA programs. While the program has helped me excel in the entertainment industry, I have also made so many incredible friends through my classes, and I am excited to see where the future takes us."

Alexa Gorczynski

Alexa Gorczynski '23

"As someone with a ton of different interests, CEI was the perfect major because I didn't have to make any decisions right away. Throughout my years, I had the chance to take many different classes to help me zero in on what I wanted to do after graduation. Through the flexibility I had with internships as a CEI major, I was able to figure out which jobs I did and didn't like."

Chandel Shanklin

Chandel Shanklin '22 | Bowling Green, Kentucky

“I’ve always had talents and interests in multiple areas of entertainment. The CEI Major at Belmont University is the only major I’ve seen where an individual can gain industry relevant knowledge in so many different areas. It’s been a blessing to be a part of such an amazing program with so many wonderful instructors!”

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Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business

Natalie Peterson
Admissions Coordinator
615.460.6453
Email Natalie