<p>Hi,
Is there anyone out there who has participated in the BCA program or knows anything about it?</p>
<p>What does a BCA student normally do upon graduation?</p>
<p>I was invited to the GLP program and the BCA page states that GLP students have priority. So i am assuming that i can most likely get into the program. </p>
<p>I have never considered entering the entertainment industry; however, I am very open to new ideas. As long as it is in business (I am 99.9% confident that my ultimate career path will be along the lines of business), I wont disregard any possibilities.</p>
<p>With the greatest film school in the world right next to me, I am intrigued by the potential of this program. </p>
<p>Students at SC are preparing for or taking final examinations at this time. Try the search feature regarding the dual major in Marshall. There have been previous threads on this subject.</p>
<p>I do know it is selective and a popular major as Los Angeles is a huge entertainment center. Some courses are taken in the USC School of Cinematic Arts. You are free to call Marshall and speak with a representative. In the Marshall viewbook students do comment on the major. You can access this on the internet.</p>
<p>Here is a toll free number for Marshall: 800 352 5719 .</p>
<p>My son is finishing his sophomore year as part of the BCA program. A member of the program has the same graduation requirements as any other student in Marshall, i.e., you still get a ‘regular’ business degree. </p>
<p>Maybe the best way to think of the BCA is a Business degree with two (very large) minors - one within business (Finance, Marketing etc) and then another in Cinematic Arts. Also, you will be expected to have internships within the industry; obviously USC has many contacts and does help you track those down, though the more agressive you are at attending events and networking the higher the likelihood of getting “good” internships.</p>
<p>You can only enter the program as a freshman. Space within the program is limited (I believe it is capped at 50), and applications far exceed spots. Students do drop out of the program yet are free to remain in Marshall.</p>
<p>My son has had three significant internships during his time at SC, all within the entertainment industry. One of those internships started second semester freshman year, that’s a bit unusual but he aggressively pursued opportunities. This summer he has a paid position in the Finance group at a major motion picture studio. </p>
<p>I don’t have any clear advice to give you beyond noting that you have to start the program as a freshman. Many of the applicants come to SC specifically for the opportunity to access the school’s entertainment industry connections, so it may be a tougher admit than you give it credit for.</p>