Overview

Diploma in Vocation in Unit Production Manager is an important program for those who wish to make a career as production unit manager available In the media, entertainment and manufacturing industry. This is a three-year course spanning six semesters, allowing students to learn the required skills and knowledge for effective supervision of production processes. Unit Production Managers are responsible for overseeing and managing various aspects of production in several fields. Their role is crucial in ensuring that projects are executed smoothly, efficiently, and within budget.

With the growing media and entertainment industries , professionals such as Unit Production Managers are needed more than ever. The programme is intended to prepare students in an efficient manner,so that they can face the myriad challenges of a planned dredging job, with practical exposure backed by theoretical knowledge as well suitable enough for this versatile and ever-changing field.

Course Objectives

Diploma in Vocation in  Unit Production Manager is a diploma course that provides knowledge of the complete production management. Students will learn how to manage all aspects of a production, from pre-production planning and budgeting through organizing schedules for shooting times to overseeing on-set coordination. Through real-world projects, the course teaches students how to manage production logistics in practice and gives them a deep experience of successfully tackling problems.

The program also cuts into professional development skills in leadership, communication and problem solving — important for moving up to manage teams or maintain smooth operations of production.

Additional hands-on projects are integrated, and students may have the opportunity to intern in a film or television job that will provide them with valuable real-world experience. Graduates will leave this program ready to wear many hats including: unit production manager and desired asset in a variety of production environments.

Course Curriculum

The version covers all phases of a Unit Production Mangers duty from pre-production prep that takes into account everything, to the final flights of production. Providing a mix of theory and practical application, students gain the knowledge they need to succeed in managing heterogeneous production environments. The Curriculum includes the following subjects:

Semester I

• Introduction to Production Management
• Pre-Production Planning
• Budgeting and Financial Management
• Production Documentation
   

Semester II

• Industry Trends and Best Practices I
• Networking and Career Preparation I
• Capstone Project I
• Portfolio Development
   

Semester III

• Techniques for effective location scouting I
• Negotiating location agreements and permits
• Managing on-location logistics: Transportation, accommodations, and catering
   

Semester IV

• Problem-Solving and Crisis Management I
• On-Set Coordination
• Logistics and Scheduling
   

Semester V

• Industry Trends and Best Practices II
• Techniques for effective location scouting II
• Capstone Project II
   

Semester VI

• Networking and Career Preparation II
• Problem-Solving and Crisis Management II

Career Opportunities

The skills learned in this program can be applied to any production environment, including a myriad career opportunities within the broader entertainment space. A professional can look to make his or her career as:

1. Unit Production Manager
2. Production Coordinator
3. Assistant Director
4. Production Supervisor
5. Production Assistant
6. Line Producer
7. Production Manager