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The CBA For Africa curriculum has been developed in collaboration with Prof. Carlos Chirinos of the NYU Music Business Programme.
It began in 2017 as an Internship programme with the founder, Godwin Tom.
The program later transformed into a Talent Management Training Programme with Godwin Tom
Recognizing the increasing global interest in African music, the institution formally became the Music Business Academy for Africa (MBA for Africa) in 2020.
This growth and expanded focus led to its current iteration as the Creative Business Academy for Africa, a platform now dedicated to developing an informed and empowered workforce for the broader creative industries in Africa, encompassing not only music but also its intersection with fashion and film.
The Creative Business Academy for Africa (CBAfA) offers a comprehensive 2-part programme designed to shape dynamic, forward-thinking and proactive professionals who can redefine the creative industries.
It features a Creative Business Curriculum with a focus on Music Business, Fashion for Music, Film for Music and Entrepreneurship. These provide foundational industry knowledge,
The Talent Development Programme focuses on practical business skills and real-world work experience.
This integrated approach ensures students gain both theoretical understanding and hands-on application, preparing them for successful careers in Africa’s dynamic creative industries.