# Entertainment Law (OMBUS-250) ## Course Overview **Course Code:** OMBUS-250 **Level:** 2 (Undergraduate) **Credits:** 3 **Duration:** 12 Weeks **Tuition:** $1,575 ## Course Description Navigate the complex legal landscape of the music industry, covering contracts, intellectual property, licensing, and the legal frameworks that govern music business transactions. This intermediate course provides essential legal knowledge for music industry professionals, covering the fundamental legal concepts, contract structures, and regulatory frameworks that shape music business operations. Students will develop practical skills in understanding and negotiating music industry agreements. ## Learning Objectives By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Understand fundamental legal principles in entertainment law - Analyze and interpret music industry contracts - Navigate intellectual property and copyright issues - Understand licensing agreements and their applications - Recognize legal risks and protection strategies - Work effectively with entertainment attorneys - Apply legal knowledge to business decision-making ## Course Structure - **Format:** Online - **Duration:** 12 weeks - **Level:** Intermediate (Level 2) - **Application Required:** No ## Key Topics (To be detailed with full course access) - **Contract Law Fundamentals:** Basic legal principles and contract structure - **Recording Agreements:** Artist contracts and deal terms - **Publishing Contracts:** Songwriter and publisher agreements - **Management Agreements:** Artist-manager relationships - **Licensing and Sync Deals:** Music placement and usage rights - **Copyright Law:** Protection and enforcement - **Trademark Law:** Brand protection and usage - **Performance Rights:** PRO agreements and royalties - **International Law:** Cross-border legal considerations - **Dispute Resolution:** Negotiation, mediation, and litigation - **Business Formation:** Legal structures for music businesses - **Digital Rights:** Online licensing and platform agreements ## Legal Areas Covered - **Intellectual Property:** Copyright, trademark, and trade secrets - **Contract Negotiation:** Terms, conditions, and risk management - **Regulatory Compliance:** Industry regulations and standards - **Business Law:** Entity formation and corporate governance - **Employment Law:** Artist and staff relationships - **International Law:** Global legal considerations ## Career Applications This course prepares students for roles involving legal aspects: - Entertainment Attorney - Business Affairs Executive - Artist Manager - Record Label Legal Department - Music Publisher - Licensing Coordinator - Rights Management - Contract Administrator ## Prerequisites - Music Business 101 or equivalent knowledge - Basic understanding of business principles - Strong reading and analytical skills ## Resources and Materials - Sample contracts and legal documents - Case law studies and precedents - Legal research databases access - Guest lectures from entertainment attorneys - Contract analysis software and tools ## Assessment Methods - Contract analysis projects - Legal research assignments - Case study examinations - Negotiation simulations - Final legal strategy presentation ## Practical Applications - Contract review and analysis - Risk assessment and mitigation - Legal document drafting - Negotiation strategy development - Compliance program creation - Dispute prevention and resolution --- *Course URL: To be determined* *Note: Detailed lesson breakdown requires additional research from course page*