Corporate Finance and Valuation in the Music Business

(1.5 Credits)

An in-depth exploration of the financial principles and methodologies used to assess the value of companies and assets in the music sector. Learners will analyze the unique economic factors influencing valuations in the music industry, including intellectual property valuation, revenue streams from different types of royalties, and the impact of continued transformation through the adoption and growth of streaming; blending theory with case studies examining major music companies, independents and emerging platforms incubated to acquire music catalog rights.