Business and Management of Entertainment Certificate Program

Get a thorough understanding of the entertainment business – from film industry principles to legal and financial affairs.

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Courses

6 Required

3 Elective

Methods

In Person

Online

F-1 Visa Eligible

Yes

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This program is perfect for...

Aspiring Hollywood executives

Entertainment professionals seeking to expand their expertise

Individuals interested in business with an emphasis on entertainment

Creatives exploring filmmaking careers

What you can learn.

Get a primer on entertainment business and legal affairs

Study film industry foundations, including pre-production, production and post-production

Become familiar with entertainment-focused finance and accounting

Explore entertainment-focused marketing and distribution

Preparing future managers, moguls and mavericks.

The Business and Management of Entertainment Certificate program is designed for aspiring mainstream Hollywood executives, as well as those interested in the world of independent filmmaking.

Students gain an understanding of industry business practices by taking foundation courses – pre-production, production and post-production – as well as courses covering business and legal affairs, finance and accounting, and marketing and distribution.

Formats: Online or In-Person
Duration: 9 months (full-time) to 3 years
Unit Requirement: 36
GPA Requirement: minimum 3.0 for certificate completion

This certificate is approved for international students to study full time in the U.S. on an F-1 visa.

International students must meet English language proficiency requirements for admission into the program.

While most certificate programs begin each quarter, some have limited intakes for students studying on F-1 visa. Find this program on the Browse Certificate Programs page to confirm entry quarters before applying.

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Step 1: Enroll in a Course

Courses in this program are open enrollment and paid for individually. You may take courses without committing to the program.

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Step 2: Become a Candidate

Establish candidacy in the certificate program to receive tailored information, lock in course requirements, and gain access to exclusive student benefits. Registration Fee: $200

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Important Note for International Students: Candidacy fees are included in your program fees and do not need to be paid separately.

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Cost and Fees

All courses in this program are paid for individually, unless otherwise noted. An application form is required to establish candidacy in this program. From the 'Apply Now' button, complete the online application and pay the application fee if applicable.

Application and Candidacy Fee

$200

Estimated Textbooks and Materials

$550

Estimated Program Tuition

$7515

International Student Fees

Payment Options

Eligible for VA Benefit
Federal Financial Aid is not available

Required Courses

The Business of Entertainment

This introductory course examines the changing business issues associated with the entertainment industry through lectures, discussions with industry guests, and case studies.

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Elective Courses

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Complete 3 electives (12 units) from courses numbered X 400-499 in Business and Management of Entertainment, Producing, or Film and TV Development. Below is a list of suggested electives.

Suggested Electives

Inside the World of Film Acquisitions: How to Sell Your Project to Hollywood

Learn the art of selling your project to studios, production and sales companies, indie distributors and the like through understanding how buyers, known as acquisitions execs, evaluate the "worth" of your project.

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Marketing and Distributing Independent Films Across All Platforms

Learn how to find domestic and overseas distribution for theatrical, television, DVD, and alternative markets by gaining knowledge on how to craft a distribution strategy from the earliest stages of project development.

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Movie Magic Budgeting

Delve into the industry standard producing software Movie Magic and explore how to effectively create real production budgets, schedules, and other organizational procedures necessary for physical production

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Production Accounting for Film and Television

Learn what it takes to handle all the financial controls of a film and television production including setting up accounts and purchase orders, accurate reporting of finances, and knowledge of signatory guilds and unions.

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Starting Your Own Entertainment Production Company

A practical primer on starting a business, staying in business, and thriving, whether in motion pictures, television, or another entertainment industry venture.

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An internship in film and television can provide you with practical experience in a variety of job functions. Certificate students must complete a minimum of 12 units of program curriculum (3 courses) before completing the application for approval to enroll in an internship.

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