Program Overview

Program Details

The following programs are available:

Business and Management of Entertainment Certificate

This certificate provides a thorough understanding of the entertainment business, covering film industry principles, legal, and financial affairs.

Entertainment Studies Certificate

This certificate focuses on the collaborative process of filmmaking, exploring key roles and related aspects of the entertainment industry, including producing, cinematography, and directing. It offers a broad understanding of the business by examining various areas of interest.

Film and TV Development Certificate

This certificate teaches the skills necessary to develop and sell film and television ideas.

Course Information

Legal Primer for the Entertainment Business

Course Description

This course explores key legal principles and contractual relationships within the film and television industry. It covers subjects such as idea protection, copyright, defamation, privacy, and the right of publicity.

Course Details

• Duration: As few as 11 weeks
• Units: 4.0
• Current Formats: In Person, Online, Live Online
• Cost: Starting at $785.00

What You Can Learn

• Engage with key issues in manager agreements and standard film and television agreements
• Understand independent film finance and distribution deals
• Learn essential countermeasures to use when reviewing contracts/agreements

About This Course

This unique course uses a dynamic assortment of lectures and hands-on workshops to develop a core understanding of legal principles and contractual relationships in the film and television industry.

Schedule

Spring 2026 Schedule

• Date: March 31 - June 9
• Format: In Person
• Instructor: Andrea Bari
• Fee: $835.00
• Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood

Summer 2026 Schedule

• Date: June 23 - September 1
• Format: Live Online
• Fee: $785.00
• Location: Remote Classroom

Course Requirements

• Internet access required to retrieve course materials
• Specific textbooks and materials may be required for each course section

Additional Information

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