The Certificate Course in Music Law is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the legal issues that impact the music industry. This course will cover various aspects of music law including copyright, contracts, licensing, and intellectual property rights. It is suitable for law students, music industry professionals, and musicians who want to gain a deeper understanding of the legal landscape surrounding music. In this course, students will delve into the essentials of copyright law, with a specific focus on its application within the music industry. By understanding the foundational principles of copyright, students will learn how these laws protect musical works and the rights of their creators.
Additionally, the course will cover the intricacies of music contracts, shedding light on the legal relationships between various stakeholders, including artists, managers, producers, and record labels. This knowledge is crucial for navigating the professional landscape of the music industry and ensuring fair and legally sound agreements. Students will also explore the realm of licensing agreements, gaining insight into the various types of licenses used in the music business. This includes performance licenses, mechanical licenses, and synchronization licenses, among others, which are vital for the legal use and distribution of music. A key component of the course is understanding intellectual property rights and their enforcement within the music sector.
Students will learn about the mechanisms in place to protect these rights and the legal remedies available for infringement. To bridge theory with practice, the course will include the examination of case studies and real-world scenarios. This approach will help students apply their theoretical knowledge to practical situations, enhancing their understanding and preparation for real-life legal challenges in the music industry.
Course Details:
Mode: Self-paced
Course Duration: 3 months from the date of enrolment
Fees: Free
Language: English
Access: 24/7 online access
Modules: 08 Modules
Learning Materials: Video lectures, Assessment, and assignments
Assignment: descriptive type of answering at the end of each module
Assessment: both descriptive and objective type of answering at the end of course
Feedback: Regular feedback on assignments and projects
Certification: E-Certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course and completing both assessment and assignment. Hardcopy of the E-Certificate will be shared on payment of additional fee for the same.
Support: Mentor Q&A sessions via WhatsApp and other platforms
Prerequisites: Anyone who is interested
Enrolment: Open enrolments start at any time
Marks/Grades: Students scoring between 90 and 100 marks will receive an A+ grade, those with 80 to 89 marks will receive an A grade, students achieving between 70 and 79 marks will be awarded a B+ grade, scores between 60 and 69 will result in a B grade, those with 50 to 59 marks will receive a C+ grade, and students scoring between 40 and 49 marks will receive a C grade.
Cancelation and other Policies: As per Terms and Conditions
This is a self-paced course. After successful enrolment, you can start the course. Once enrolled the course should be completed within 03 months from the date of enrolment. If not, then the enrolment will be cancelled. An E-Certificate will be awarded within 24 business hours after submitting the assessment. The assessment consists of two phases carrying 50% of marks each. The first phase occurs at the end of each module. Please ensure you watch the entire video. Answers can be handwritten or typed. Scan (ensuring good clarity and alignment) or convert them to PDF and upload them to the provided Google Form. The second phase of the assessment will be conducted via the Google Form provided.
P.S. Completion of the assessment is mandatory for obtaining certification. In cases of excessive plagiarism, the Institute reserves the right to require the student to re-attempt the assessment.