The Beat Goes On
The perfect rhythm for a career in music technology.
Reimagine your passion for music as a thriving career with the perfect blend of creativity, cutting-edge technology and business acumen. Owens’ Music Business Technology, AAS is your ticket into the dynamic, fast-paced world of music and recording arts.
You’ll command the technical nuances of audio production, unleash your creative potential and develop the business savvy essential for success in this highly competitive industry. Get ready to produce, record, mix and manage your way to a rewarding professional future.
Skills that help you stand out and shine:
- Technical Mastery: Proficiency in audio production, music technology and industry-standard tools.
- Creativity and Innovation: Strong musical instincts, artistic vision and the ability to bring fresh ideas to production.
- Professionalism and Collaboration: Effective communication, teamwork, reliability and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Small Classes. Expert Guidance.
At Owens, you have a team of dedicated, experienced professionals guiding you. In turn, your faculty will be supported by an Advisory Committee of local professionals.
Our instructors are experts who take pride in your success. Combined with our small class sizes, you’ll get one-on-one mentorship and precise technical feedback tailored to your goals.
Award Type
Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Department
Department of Creative Arts and Media
Required Credit Hours
60-64
The Path Ahead
4
Semesters, typically completed over 2 years
14-16
Students per class, offering a personalized learning environment
From Studio Sessions to Stadium Sounds
Your journey starts with the essentials—music technology, audio recording and musicianship—while building a solid understanding of the business side of the industry.
As you move into your second semester, you’ll take advanced recording and music technology courses, learn how to make music a profession, and sharpen the critical writing and communication skills essential for this fast-paced field.
In your third semester, you’ll take your creativity to the next level with digital music composition, advanced audio production and an in-depth look at recording history. You’ll also begin building a professional recording portfolio and choose an elective like songwriting or networking technology to customize your expertise.
Your final semester focuses on building real-world experience. You’ll complete a required creative arts or media internship, continue developing your portfolio and gain a competitive edge with courses in financial accounting, entrepreneurial marketing and live sound reinforcement and production.
Along the way, you’ll master industry-standard tools and techniques, including Avid Pro Tools, MIDI technology and Dante networked audio.
Earn Industry Certifications
Through our Learning Partnership with Avid, you’ll become eligible to sit for the official Pro Tools certification exams in Pro Tools User and Audio for Gaming. You can also earn Dante Level 1 and Level 2 certifications for networked audio, opening the door to advanced audio routing for studios and multimedia applications in corporate and large-scale audio-visual scenarios.
Career Outcomes
You’ll graduate with your associate degree, ready to step into high-demand roles like sound engineer, music producer or live sound professional. Work behind the board in recording studios, bring concerts to life in live venues, shape sound for broadcast or carve your own path as a freelance professional.
With cutting-edge training in music technology, audio production, live sound and business strategy, you’ll have the confidence and skills to thrive in this fast-paced, ever-evolving world of music.
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In Their Words
“I felt there is more focus on community and connection to students than there was in high school. I found encouragement and support from not only my professors, but also classmates which has had a profound impact on my success.”
Gabe Syverson, Broadcast Media Technology, ’25
Getting Started at Owens
Begin your high-quality education at an affordable price today!
Enrollment is easy—just fill out an online admissions application to get started. We’ll ask you to submit your transcripts for course placement and college credit.
Upon acceptance, schedule a meeting with your admissions advisor to register for classes. Next, attend an on-campus orientation and meet with your student financial services advisor to discuss ways to pay for college.