Course overview
MA Music Industry Management is a postgraduate (master's) course in business & management at Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts in Liverpool, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year full-time, with intakes in September.
Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Liverpool, United Kingdom |
| Course | MA Music Industry Management |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 1 year full-time |
| Tuition per year | £21,650 (≈ ₹26.4 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.5 overall, 6.0 in each component |
Interested in MA Music Industry Management?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £21,650 a year, about ₹26.4 lakh.
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Halls, non en-suite roomFrom this price, 2026 entry | £107per week | ≈ ₹13,054 |
| Halls, en-suite roomStarting prices at listed providers, 2026 entry | £127–165per week | ≈ ₹15,494 – ₹20,130 |
| Studio apartmentStarting prices at listed providers, 2026 entry | £169–221per week | ≈ ₹20,618 – ₹26,962 |
| House share or private flat roomTypical range | £90–150per week | ≈ ₹10,980 – ₹18,300 |
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Graduate employment
85.6%
Sustained employment with or without further study, 1 year after graduation, tax year 2023-24
Average (median) salary
£35,500
≈ ₹43.3 lakh a year
Median annualised earnings
Job roles
- Business analyst
- Management consultant
- Project manager
- Marketing executive
- Human resources officer
- Supply chain manager
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Deloitte
PwC
EY
KPMG
Accenture
McKinsey & Company
Amazon
Unilever
Procter & Gamble
IBM
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A 2:1 or above in a relevant discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
- The MA application deadline for 2027 entry is 31 July 2027, with assessment at an interview stage.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.5 overall, 6.0 in each component.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| Degree and CertHE courses | IELTS 5.5 in each of Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening, or an equivalent test |
| MA courses | IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component, or an equivalent test |
| When to show it | English need not be evidenced at application, audition or interview; applicants who accept a place sit a UKVI-approved SELT |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (bachelor's transcripts for an MA)
- English test results (a UKVI SELT if you accept a place)
- Material asked for at audition or interview
About Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts
The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) is a specialist performing arts school in central Liverpool. It took its first students in 1996 in the former Liverpool Institute for Boys building, after plans drawn up by Mark Featherstone-Witty and Paul McCartney. It teaches about 1,000 students on foundation, BA (Hons) and MA courses in acting, dance, music, sound technology, filmmaking, theatre design and production, and arts management.
A quarter of LIPA's students are international, and India is one of the countries it lists as a common source of applicants. Courses are small, with 20 to 36 places a year on many degrees, and applicants are assessed through the application and an interview or audition stage.
Similar courses
Business & Management courses at other universities in the UK
- MSc International ManagementAbertay University12 months (September start) or 16 months (January start) · £18,950 / year
- Global MBAAbertay University12 months (September start) or 16 months (January start) · £19,950 / year
- MSc International Business ManagementAberystwyth University1 year (full time) · £22,115 / year
- MBA Business AdministrationAberystwyth University1 year (full time) · £23,310 / year
- MBA Project ManagementAberystwyth University12 months (full time) · £23,310 / year
- MSc International BusinessAnglia Ruskin University1 year full time (12, 16 or 20 months depending on start); 2 years with Professional Experience · £20,925 / year
More courses at Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts
- BA (Hons) Acting3 years full-time · £23,450 / year
- BA (Hons) Music (Production)3 years full-time · £21,650 / year
- BA (Hons) Management (Music Industry Management)3 years full-time · £20,850 / year
- BA (Hons) Filmmaking & Creative Technologies3 years full-time · £20,850 / year
- BA (Hons) Sound Technology3 years full-time · £20,850 / year
- MA Filmmaking & Creative Technologies1 year full-time · £21,650 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for MA Music Industry Management at Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts?
The tuition for international students is £21,650 a year (about ₹26.4 lakh). Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is MA Music Industry Management?
The course takes 1 year full-time.
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 overall, 6.0 in each component. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
