Shaping Culture Through the Power of Art

The Universal Musicians Association (UMA) is an international organization under Universal Music Group (UMG). Rooted in the industry's finest global resources, UMA is committed to building a full-value ecosystem that spans music education certification, career development, commercial incubation, and arts business.

UMA certifications are recognized in 89 countries and are endorsed by 217 top music institutions worldwide. All examiners are selected from leading global music conservatories and outstanding professionals in the field, providing the most authoritative assessment for musicians and music enthusiasts. Our certification system has become an internationally recognized standard for evaluating musical expertise.

What We Do

In education, UMA offers advanced international curricula for students and teachers worldwide—supporting learners from beginner to professional levels, while also helping educators improve their teaching and musical skills.

We provide platforms for musicians to showcase their original works and courses, guiding them to shape their careers based on talent, passion, and capability.

Certified musicians and teachers become part of UMA’s global talent database, gaining access to opportunities in performance and career advancement.

In publishing, UMA partners with UMG and other global music platforms to offer copyright protection and worldwide distribution. We support artists in releasing original music on major platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music.

UMA builds regional offline platforms and regularly hosts interregional and international exchanges to promote both musical and commercial collaboration.

Through the UMA Music Fund, we provide startup and education grants to outstanding musicians.

By building a worldwide music network, UMA connects musicians, institutions, and schools—offering global career and study opportunities while advancing the development of the global music industry.

Our Mission

To let the world see your passion and dedication to music.