Henley Business School and Ticketmaster launch scholarship

Ticketmaster have launched a new scholarship for the Henley Business School’s MBA for the Music and Creative industries.

Jim Ottewill
  • By Jim Ottewill
  • 4 Jun 2014
  • min read
Ticketmaster have launched a new scholarship for the Henley Business School’s MBA for the Music and Creative industries.

Applications are now being accepted for the place on the course from music industry executives. The successful applicant will also receive mentoring and further support from Ticketmaster.

Simon Presswell, Ticketmaster UK managing director, said: ‘Sponsoring the Ticketmaster Scholarship recognises the vital role that the creative industries play in growing the UK economy and signifies Ticketmaster UK and Henley’s commitment to improving the skills of those in the industry.

‘According to the CBI, the UK creative industries’ contribution to the economy is valued at £36bn; accounts for around 10.6 percent of the UK’s exports and provides 1.5m jobs.’

Helen Gammons, music industry expert, entrepreneur and Henley MBA programme director, added:We are delighted to be working with Ticketmaster UK, this partnership provides a unique opportunity for our students to become involved in a world leading brand and gain a unique insight into their business.’

Please visit henley.ac.uk/mbacreative for more information on the opportunity.