“Billboard” ranks USC Thornton’s Music Industry program among the nation’s best

Billboard magazine has rated USC Thornton among the top 12 music business schools in the nation, calling the school’s Music Industry program “cutting edge.” The article, “12 Elite Music Business Schools Shaping the Industry’s Future,” highlighted Thornton’s close ties to USC’s School of Cinematic Arts, which allows students to explore music opportunities in film.

The article also pointed to USC’s Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy for Arts, Technology as an innovative program that combines study in the arts, technology and business.