The certificate in Film and Digital Media Business is a 9 hour certification program available exclusively to Entrepreneurship majors.
This program is designed to create corresponding learning and recognition opportunities for Entrepreneurship majors who want to have specific knowledge of how to apply their innovation leadership skills in the digital media industry.
Course Plan
Certificates are awarded only if all 9 hours are completed with a grade of B or higher.
Required Course for the Certification:
| FDM 2360 | Production Methods | View Description | |
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Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): None.An introduction to single-camera, multiple-camera, and audio production using basic video and audio equipment. Lab fee required. |
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| FDM 4313 | Diffusion of Innovations | View Description | |
Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): Upper-level standing or consent of instructor.An introduction to old and emerging theories which explain the spread of innovative ideas and technologies among members of a society, emphasizing the role of communication processes and the special problems for diffusion in communication technology. |
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Choose one of the following:
| FDM 3320 | Business of Media | View Description | |
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Course DescriptionPrerequisite(s): Upper-level standing or consent of instructor.Principles of business theory and practice associated with the production, promotion, and distribution of media, including the broadcasting, cable, recording, satellite, Internet, video game, and cinema industries. |
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| FDM 4381 | Producing in Hollywood | View Description | |
Upper-level standing or consent of instructor. Examines media management issues and the impact of technological innovations on a wide range of media industries including broadcasting, Internet, telecommunication, cable, satellite, video game, and digital cinema. May be repeated twice under different topics, not to exceed nine credit hours. |
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Contact Greg Leman, Ph.D. at 254.710.1343 for more information about this certificate program.
