Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024

MCOM 4010 Producing: The Business of Film

This course focuses on the business aspects of the film industry. Students will learn what goes into the logistics of planning a major film, documentary and entertainment TV production, including project development and distribution.

Registration Name

Producing:: Business/Film

Lecture Hours

3

Lab Hours

0

Credits

3

Prerequisite

MCOM 3400

Offered

Demorest Campus: Odd years

Student Learning Outcomes

  1. Understand the elements involved in developing a production, including budgeting, site scouting, and casting.
  2. Understand the elements involved in distribution, including promotion, premiere screenings, and public relations.
  3. Develop a comprehensive production plan for a film, documentary, or entertainment TV production.