Program Overview
Embark on Your Film/TV Business Journey Online.
Ready to master the business of storytelling? Lipscomb University's Business of Film/TV Certificate program offers a unique opportunity for aspiring storytellers in both live action and animation to gain essential business acumen. From understanding production and distribution to navigating the roles of agents and managers, you'll learn the ins and outs of the entertainment industry with hands-on experience. Explore topics such as representation, marketing, and the emerging influence of AI on film and television. This program also emphasizes leadership and collaboration, preparing you to effectively develop and pitch your own projects with practical exercises as key components of your learning journey.
Engage in diverse experiences, such as:
Hearing guest speakers from across the industry
- Analyzing real-world case studies
- Developing your own intellectual property
 | Take the Next Step in Your CareerBecome an industry-savvy storyteller who knows not just how to create captivating stories, but also how to navigate the business behind them. Apply now to Lipscomb University's Business of Film/TV Certificate program and elevate your career in the entertainment world. |
Customize Your Degree (Stackable MFA)
Certificate + Certificate + Certificate + Capstone = Stackable Master of Fine Arts
Combine this certificate with two others in creative arts sectors to craft your own Master of Fine Arts degree program. Our stackable certificates offer not only versatility but also an economical path to a prestigious qualification. Pave your way toward an MFA in Entertainment, Design & Creative Enterprise – a degree that stands as the pinnacle of achievement in the fine arts. Learn more about the MFA stackable degree.
Explore more certificate options for the MFA Stackable degree:
Television Writing Screenwriting Animation Foundations 2D Advanced Animation CG Advanced Animation
Admissions Requirements
All applicants to the television writing certificate graduate program must submit the following:
- Application Form. Each applicant must complete an application form. The application form is available at grad.lipscomb.edu/apply.
- Application Fee. Each application should be accompanied by a $50 nonrefundable application fee.
- Official Transcript(s). Each applicant must submit an official transcript, showing degree conferral when appropriate, from all schools attended. Official transcript(s) Undergraduate degrees with a cumulative 3.0 GPA will receive priority consideration.
- Personal statement
- Two letters of recommendation
- Résumé
* The admission process also includes an interview which will be scheduled through the program director.
Courses
The Business of Film/TV Certificate is part of a Stackable Certificate Program where students can earn three certificates, complete an MFA Thesis project and earn a Master of Fine Arts. The certificate is also a stand alone certificate that students can take. The Business of Film/TV certificate requires 18 hours of program study from the approved list of courses. Any substitutions must be approved by the Director of the Graduate Certificates Program beforehand.
See the Entertainment, Design & Creative Enterprise introduction page for any specific information on professional credits toward the stackable certificate requirements.
