Berklee Online, founded in 2001, is the private, nonprofit online school of Berklee College of Music in Boston that offers music courses, certificates, bachelor's, and master's degree programs.
Berklee Online was established in 2001 when Berklee College of Music's President Lee Berk, Executive Vice President Gary Burton, and the college's board of directors voted and approved the business plan.
The master's programs are designed to be completed in one year for full-time students, with part-time options available.
[16] Students pursuing a Master of Arts in Music Business learn about artist management, marketing, licensing, branding, and concert touring, with instructors like SiriusXM's Director of Music Licensing Casey Rae.
[23] The courses at Berklee Online are written and taught by faculty members of Berklee College of Music, as well as industry professionals[24] including: Notable students include: Notable staff include:[30] From 2005 to 2012, the University Professional Continuing Education Association (UPCEA) awarded Berklee Online with its Best Online College Course Award.