Recruit and retain students with a low-lift workforce certificate.
Meet the pressure to deliver
career outcomes in music.
A university-branded workforce certificate,
powered by FTS.
Music Business Foundations Certificate
A virtual experience that teaches the fundamental skill sets needed to be successful on the business side of music.
6 weeks
Launched at:
Huston-Tillotson University
Texas State University
North Carolina A&T State University
Launching Feb. 2026
Add value to enrollment pitches.
Make current students want to stay.
Case Study: Texas State University
$36,000-$72,000 in annual tuition retained
by offering the Music Business Foundations Certificate
Nearly 40% of student survey respondents were at risk of transferring
7 students connected to companies like SXSW & C3 Presents
100% report feeling confident navigating the music industry
Have a workforce bridge that earns the trust of students and parents.
Semesters include guest lectures and workshops led by working professionals from companies like:
A global distribution powerhouse for independent artists and labels.
One of the largest talent agencies in music and entertainment.
One of the largest creative conferences and festivals in the world.
Offer a modern certificate without adding to faculty workload.
What’s included:
✓ A six-week curriculum that doesn’t compete with your courses
✓ Instruction from industry professionals
✓ 1:1 career coaching & job pipelines
Certificate holders see real results.
Rusti W.
School: Texas State University
Major: Sound Recording & Technology
Program Participation: Summer ‘25
Landed a full-time role as a Production Coordinator at SXSW
Owen A.
School: Texas State University
Major: Communication Design
Program Participation: Summer ‘25
Landed a graphic design internship at Mezz Entertainment
Brooke W.
School: University of Texas at Austin
Major: Public Relations
Program Participation: Spring ‘24
Landed a role as an Agent Assistant at Paladin Artists
Give students a clear reason to enroll and stay – without overloading faculty.
Annual Program License & Facilitation
Offered 3x per year (fall, spring, summer), facilitated by FTS.
Includes up to 30 student seats covered by the license per year.
Unlimited additional enrollments – university keeps 100% of tuition revenue.