<p>hey im planning in becoming a finance major in college. i really want to become a producer/film executive in the future, so working in the business/corporate side of hollywood is my overall goal.</p>
<p>what kind of credentials do you need to get into an MFA producing program like UCLA's, USC's, or NYU's? I plan on working in finance for a bit before getting an MFA and trying to break into the film industry. What types of things should i research and focus on?</p>
<p>thanks</p>
<p>So the three programs ive looked at are:</p>
<p>UCLA Producers Program
USC Stark Producers Program
NYU Tisch/Stern Dual Degree in Producing</p>
<p>NYU’s program sounds the best by far, but I really want to be in Los Angeles. Hollywood is my main goal. USC’s program seems to be the most competitive. Any tips or comments?</p>
<p>i also want to be either a producer or film executive in the future! in college, i’m interested in double majoring in marketing and communications. for an MFA, i would go with USC. It seems to have the most renowned program, the graduates seem to have the highest job placement, and it’s right in L.A</p>
<p>yeah, i would agree that USC’s program is the most renowned, but its also the hardest to get into. does anyone know how ucla’s compares? even nyu’s mba/mfa dual degree? all 3 schools are very good and have produced some impressive alumni.</p>
<p>All of the programs will give you a roughly equal education. UCLA, NYU and USC all have impressive facilities and top notch faculty.</p>
<p>You don’t need a producing MFA to be a producer or studio executive. Hell all you really need is a lot of money to finance movies and viola, you’re a producer. The credential itself, the degree has very little value. What you are paying for is access and potential connections to be people who would otherwise never bother taking your call. You’re paying USC a lot of money and in return, for two years, they take your hand and guide you through the labyrinth known as Hollywood. They teach you how the game is played giving you a big advantage over all the other wannabes who have flocked to LA, but after that it’s up to you.</p>
<p>Your undergraduate major doesn’t matter, you can major in anything, no one really cares. Your communications/marketing/media degree doesn’t make you more qualified than an economics/english/political science major. Ideally you should just transfer to a school in LA or New York, and just intern all you can and build a network of contacts for relevant letters of recommendation and potential jobs after graduation. </p>
<p>All those programs I believe want 3 letters of recommendation. Those 3 letters should come from established people in the entertainment industry who can vouch for you.</p>
<p>^ i think you mean “voila” not “viola”. I was quite confused at first!</p>
<p>haha thanks. The worst part is I actually speak French >_<</p>
<p>This may be what you have been seeking…</p>
<p>This is a joint program which consists of courses offered by both the Marshall School of Business and the School of Cinematic Arts. It also included an internship. The degree would be a B. S in Bus.Ad. with an Emphasis in Cinematic Arts. Admission is competitive. Only 40 students are admitted to this program each year.</p>
<p>Past BCA Internships Include:</p>
<p>Paramount Pictures
ABC Comedy Development
20th Century Fox
BRAVO
Fox Sports Net
New Line Cinema
Columbia Pictures</p>
<p>More information about this unique major can be obtained by calling Marshall: 800-352-5719 or sending an e-mail to: <a href=“mailto:brittany.valdez@marshall.usc.edu”>brittany.valdez@marshall.usc.edu</a> .</p>
<p>That is exactly what I have been seeking. Thank you. Is that an undergraduate program?</p>
<p>EDIT: I did research on it and it’s a undergraduate program. I’m already a senior in high school and I’ve finished applying to all my schools. Shucks. I probably wouldn’t get in with my high school credentials anyway.</p>
<p>As a Finance major, how hard will it be to get internships in the entertainment industry while in school? I will most likely end up at Villanova University or the University of Miami. </p>
<p>Miami has a motion pictures major with a specialization in business which intrigues me, so I might switch majors or double/minor if I go to Miami. </p>
<p>Is Finance the wrong way to go? I figured Finance is the most versatile major since it is needed in almost everything.</p>