Change your world
one ARTIST at a time.

Study Entertainment Business Management at JMC Academy, Australia's leading creative industries specialist. Choose your intake: February, June or September
Why study Entertainment Business Management at JMC? 

“The lecturers of this course are phenomenal and passionate. They come from different backgrounds and spectrums of the industry. So they can teach us about the different roles in the industry in detail.

With the deep industry knowledge my lecturers have, especially, for example, about stage management and festivals, they can share with us their real-life experience, which is very useful.”

Sarah Sharman, UK

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COURSES IN ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Bachelor of Entertainment (Business Management)

[CRICOS 081190G]
2 years (Accelerated) / 3 years
Sydney | Melbourne | Brisbane

Intakes in February, June, September

Diploma of Entertainment Business Management

[CRICOS 058466J]
8 months (2 trimesters)
Sydney | Melbourne | Brisbane

Intakes in February, June, September

CAREERS IN THE INDUSTRY

Thanks to digital technology and social media connectivity there are heaps of ways to create a career in events, music and entertainment. 

Specific roles may include:
  • Artist Manager
  • Talent Manager
  • Booking Agent
  • Promoter
  • Event Manager
  • Stage Manager
  • Digital Marketer
  • Copyright/Royalties Manager
  • Licensing Manager
  • Music Co-ordinator
  • Label Owner/Manager
  • Production Manager
  • Promotions Manager
  • Media Publisher
  • Festival Organiser
  • Venue Manager
  • Tour Manager
  • A&R Manager
  • Functions Manager
  • Radio Content Producer
  • Digital Music Distributor
  • Business Manager
  • Entrepreneur

JMC INTERNATIONAL ALUMNI

JMC Academy has been launching creative careers for 40 years. Our alumni are making their mark in the entertainment industry in Australia and internationally. Here are just a few alumni careers:

  • Phurin Phongsobhon (Thailand) - Partnership & PR Manager, Warner Music Thailand
  • Sara Lindberg (Sweden) - Creative Director at Rockpool Publishing
  • Mo Seetubtim (Thailand) - CEO, The Happiness Planner
  • Nicolas Mendoza (Colombia) - Producer, Recording and Mixing Engineer at 301 Studios
  • Jason Chong (Singapore) - Songwriter, Sony Music China
  • Vijay Durbha (India) - Head of Music/Video Programming at Artist Aloud
  • Earth Patravee (Thailand) - Artist, Muzik Move Records
  • Jan Thomas Halsvik (Norway) - FOH Engineer for Sigrid and Sound Recordist, 'Ragnarok'
  • Madeline Ong (Malaysia) - Junior Editor/Motion Designer at Foodslicer 3D Visualisations
  • Clarissa Audrey (Indonesia) - Graphic Designer, Brand Territory
  • Aniket Kate (India) - Session Musician and Stagecraft Specialist

FAQs

Yes, while the content covers a range of arts management areas, there is a large focus on events, touring and festivals. In fact, the wide range of operational, business and marketing skills you are taught can be applied to a wide range of careers and the running of any business but would be particularly useful for event management.
Our degree offers many similar units of study, however it is focused specifically on the entertainment and creative industries, as opposed to a university business degree which would cover business management skills across all industries. Our course therefore has a more specialised outcome with a great emphasis placed on practical application and internship opportunities.

Yes. All courses are approved and accredited by TEQSA, the Australian quality agency. We also regularly benchmark our programs and facilities against leading arts institutions internationally, ensuring we not only provide the best Australia has to offer, but also measure up globally.

The Australian government recommends that in addition to tuition fees, students should have around AUD 410 per week to spend on rent, food, transport etc. 

You can access JMC tuition fees here, or contact us to see if there are currently any discounts or scholarships on offer.

You can access our entry requirements here, or put a comment in the form above and we'll contact you with the specific requirements of your chosen specialisation.

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I discovered and managed the band 5 Seconds of Summer. JMC is where I learned not only how to recognise an artist's potential, but how to take it to the top.

Adam Wilkinson
Former Manager of band '5 Seconds of Summer'
Entertainment Business Management Alumni

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Everybody has been extremely friendly, accepting and helpful. Each lecturer is special and helpful, where they are willing to give their attention to each one of their students. I have learned so many valuable lessons and met amazing people along the way.

Studying in Australia will expose you to the fascinating cultural diversity, and you will learn to be independent. I can promise you that you will gain the knowledge and experience that you need to reach your goals from JMC Academy and enjoy the stay. In other words, you will have the best time of your life!

Jasmine Carissa, Indonesia
Entertainment Business Management Alumni

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I chose JMC Academy because I wanted to get into the business part of the music industry. I love the lifestyle and culture of Melbourne because it is a very artistic city and people really understand the music scene in Australia. People in my JMC course were super friendly and I had so much fun with them. JMC Academy helped me understand the entertainment business and covered a lot of the things that I needed at the start of my career. It prepared me for the real world!

Phurin Phongsobhon, Thailand
Partnership and PR Manager, Warner Music Thailand
Entertainment Business Management Alumni

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Studying at JMC Academy has been one of the most important experiences of my life. I chose JMC because I felt it offered a comprehensive program that would help me in my career. I've learned a lot about the world of entertainment and it’s been great fun. People have treated me well and I’ve had the opportunity to learn from students from many backgrounds, I’ve worked on projects relevant to my career and my teachers have been really supportive.

Gabe Matute, Venezuela
Project Manager, Standards Australia
Entertainment Business Management Alumni

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I could not have made a better decision than to start studying at JMC. It is a very friendly, social and openhearted community. Every day I learn something new and the possibilities here are endless. My studies and life in Australia has been very educational and it has made me see the world differently.

Alexander Neumann, Norway 
Entertainment Business Management Alumni

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