College Music Administration

guitardad
Mon, 23 Jul 2007 23:02:54 +0000

Although I was not a music major, I have been both a college Dean and Associate Provost. I have a MA in Education and a lot of business experience. Just having a doctorate and being a Dean does not mean one is competent!

I would suggest a doctorate in music AND business experience. Once you has the job, have the college pay for the MBA. Have it written to the contract.

Warning, it is a pretty thankless job sometimes. Fighting with faculty, students and alumni can get old pretty quick. Try mispronouncing the last name of a popular student at graduation sometime. Yikes.

On the other hand, it can be fun. I enjoy soliciting for money. Oh, stay away from admissions. Trust me on that!