Entertainment Management Summer Course
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    Entertainment Management Summer Course

    by UBC Future Global Leaders

    Explore the business behind TV, movies, and video games through entertainment management classes, roleplay, case studies, and university preparation workshops.

    Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens

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    Entertainment Management Summer Course at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    High school; completed grade 10

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 15-18

    Location / Region

    UBC Vancouver campus, Vancouver, Canada

    Cost

    $1,940 CAD; $2,620 CAD

    Duration

    2 weeks

    Format

    In-person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    Business & EconomicsFilmMedia Studies
    Accommodation: Optional single-room campus residence
    Meals: Weekday lunch; residential full board
    Certificate / Outcome: Letter of Completion
    Campus experience: University preparation and recreation
    Tutor: Subhadarshi Tripathy
    Sessions / cadence: Mon-Fri: 3-hour classes; 1.5-hour workshops
    Residence support: 24/7 staff; 10:1 student-to-staff ratio

    Entertainment Management Summer Course summary

    Entertainment Management introduces the business decisions behind TV, movies, and video games, with teaching connected to the Centre for Entertainment Arts.

    Students practice management through roleplay, hands-on exercises, and case studies, alongside university preparation workshops.

    It suits students curious about how entertainment projects are organized and led, especially those weighing business against creative industry study.

    What is Entertainment Management Summer Course?

    Entertainment Management is a UBC Extended Learning course within the Future Global Leaders on-campus program, offered in collaboration with the Centre for Entertainment Arts. It explores the processes and executive decisions behind TV shows, movies, and video games.

    Students practice project management, problem-solving, and strategic decision-making through roleplay, hands-on exercises, and case studies. Morning subject classes are paired with afternoon university preparation workshops, connecting entertainment industry interests with the experience of university study.

    Why Succeed highlights Entertainment Management Summer Course

    • Its management focus helps students explore the business responsibilities behind entertainment production.

    • Roleplay and case studies let students practice decisions rather than only hear industry descriptions.

    • Subhadarshi Tripathy brings experience in media leadership, production, broadcasting, and animation.

    • University preparation workshops add practical context for choosing and approaching future study.

    Who is Entertainment Management Summer Course for?

    Best for

    Students interested in the business side of film, TV, music, or video games who want to test their interest through practical management exercises.

    Not ideal if

    Your main goal is specialist training in filming, acting, or programming, since the course centers on entertainment management.

    Is Entertainment Management Summer Course worth it?

    The course is a useful option for testing whether entertainment business interests you beyond being a fan of films or games. Its practical exercises and industry-experienced instructor give students a concrete way to explore management responsibilities.

    Its value depends on wanting both subject exploration and the wider university experience. It offers a general introduction rather than specialist production training, and participation does not create a direct university admission pathway.

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    Cost and what is included

    $1,940 CAD; $2,620 CAD; includes Morning entertainment management classes., Afternoon university preparation workshops., Weekday lunch in the residence dining hall., UBC Recreation Card., Afternoon campus activities., Residence add-on: single room and daily full board., Residence add-on: airport pickup and drop-off., Residence add-on: evening activities and weekend excursions., Residence add-on: local medical insurance for international students., Residence add-on: two laundry loads with detergent..

    Accommodation

    Optional single-room campus residence

    Meals

    Weekday lunch; residential full board

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    2 weeks; UBC Vancouver campus, Vancouver, Canada.

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    How much preparation does Entertainment Management Summer Course need?

    Effort level

    Moderate academic effort with a structured weekday commitment.

    Best started

    Begin family and travel planning several weeks before a confirmed session, allowing extra time for visas or accessibility arrangements.

    Main challenge

    Applying management ideas in roleplay and case studies.

    Typical preparation

    • Choose a film, TV show, or game and consider the decisions needed to organize its production.

    • Discuss commuting or residence with your parent or guardian and plan around the weekday schedule.

    • Set up separate parent and student email addresses for the Family Account.

    • After registration, complete the information package within 48 hours and begin any accommodation requests promptly.

    Useful if

    You want to explore entertainment business before choosing further study.

    What do students do on Entertainment Management Summer Course?

    Your day combines entertainment management study with preparation for university. Academic activities use roleplay, practical exercises, and case studies to connect management concepts with entertainment production.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Attend morning classes on entertainment processes and executive roles.

    2. 2

      Practice project management, problem-solving, and strategic decisions through course activities.

    3. 3

      Join afternoon university preparation workshops.

    4. 4

      Take part in campus social and recreational activities after classes.

    5. 5

      Residence students also join evening activities and weekend excursions.

    Entertainment Management Summer Course dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Programme dates

    3-14 August 2026

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • High school students ages 15-18.

    • Completed grade 10 or equivalent.

    • Canadian and international students may participate.

    • Recommended: 78% average, 3.5 GPA, B average, or IB 5+.

    • English learners: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 80, or equivalent recommended.

    • No admission application, transcripts, or English proof required.

    How much does Entertainment Management Summer Course cost?

    Course fee

    $1,940 CAD; $2,620 CAD — Canadian/permanent resident; international.

    Funding or discounts

    • Optional residence: $2,650 CAD — Single room, full board, transfers, and residential activities.
    • 2026 deposit: $500 CAD — Toward the course fee under the 2026 payment arrangement.
    • UBC President Bursary: Needs-based bursary — For eligible grade 11 British Columbia students with financial need.

    What's included

    Morning entertainment management classes., Afternoon university preparation workshops., Weekday lunch in the residence dining hall., UBC Recreation Card., Afternoon campus activities., Residence add-on: single room and daily full board., Residence add-on: airport pickup and drop-off., Residence add-on: evening activities and weekend excursions., Residence add-on: local medical insurance for international students., Residence add-on: two laundry loads with detergent.

    How to apply to Entertainment Management Summer Course

    1. 1

      Review the course eligibility requirements and Future Global Leaders refund policies.

    2. 2

      For a scheduled session, add Entertainment Management and your selected options to the cart.

    3. 3

      Have a parent or guardian create or log in to the official Family Account.

    4. 4

      Add the student as a family member using a different email address.

    5. 5

      Assign the student to the course and complete checkout.

    6. 6

      Complete and submit the program information package within 48 hours of registration.

    7. 7

      Follow the student's email instructions to set up their account and UBC Campus-wide Login.

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    What does Entertainment Management Summer Course cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Entertainment production

    Explore the processes behind creating TV shows, movies, and video games.

    Project management

    Practice management skills through roleplay, hands-on exercises, and case studies.

    Strategic decisions

    Develop problem-solving and decision-making skills relevant to entertainment executive roles.

    University preparation

    Explore applications, study habits, subject choices, and well-being through afternoon workshops.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on Entertainment Management Summer Course?

    A typical day during the program.

    Subject classes

    Monday-Friday, 9 am-noon: entertainment management classes.

    University preparation

    Monday-Friday, 1:30-3 pm: university preparation workshops and lectures.

    Campus activities

    The sample timetable sets aside 3:30-5 pm for activities, study, and free time.

    Residence activities

    The sample timetable includes 7:30-9 pm social activities, study, and free time for residence students.

    Who teaches on Entertainment Management Summer Course?

    Subhadarshi Tripathy is Director of Film Programs at the Centre for Entertainment Arts, with experience leading media companies, content production, broadcasting, and animation initiatives. The course is offered in collaboration with the Centre for Entertainment Arts.

    University preparation lectures are led by UBC instructors and professionals experienced in advising high school students.

    Where do students stay on Entertainment Management Summer Course?

    Residential plan

    • Single room: A furnished private bedroom sits on a mixed-gender floor with participants and student life assistants.
    • Full board: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included daily, with vegan, vegetarian, and Kosher options.
    • Student support: Residence staff provide 24/7 support with a 10-to-1 student-to-staff ratio.
    • Transfers and activities: The add-on includes scheduled airport transfers, evening activities, and weekend excursions.

    Non-residential plan

    • Daily commuting: Students arrange their own accommodation and transportation to campus.
    • Lunch and recreation: Weekday lunch and a UBC Recreation Card are included.
    • Afternoon participation: Commuters can join afternoon campus activities and must depart by 5 pm.

    Residence rooms have shared bathrooms with single stalls; no air conditioning or fan is provided.

    What happens after Entertainment Management Summer Course?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Gain a general understanding of entertainment executive roles.

    Develop project management and strategic decision-making skills.

    Explore interests in film, TV, music, and video game careers.

    Build university preparation knowledge and experience.

    Receive a Letter of Completion when attendance and conduct requirements are met.

    Participation is not a direct pathway to admission at UBC or another university.

    Where does Entertainment Management Summer Course take place?

    Classes take place at the UBC Vancouver campus in British Columbia, Canada, with university facilities and recreation nearby. The campus is served by buses at the central UBC Bus Loop, and Vancouver International Airport is approximately a 30-minute drive away.

    Residence airport transfers operate within specified arrival and departure windows.

    Entertainment Management Summer Course FAQs

    It explores the business and executive decisions behind TV shows, movies, and video games. Students practice project management, problem-solving, and strategic decision-making through roleplay, hands-on exercises, and case studies.

    Subhadarshi Tripathy, Director of Film Programs at the Centre for Entertainment Arts, teaches the course. His experience includes media leadership, production, broadcasting, animation, and education.

    Classes run Monday-Friday from 9 am to noon, followed by university preparation workshops from 1:30 to 3 pm. Students can also participate in afternoon campus activities.

    Yes. Commuters arrange their own accommodation and transport, receive weekday lunch and a UBC Recreation Card, and can join afternoon activities until 5 pm. Evening and weekend activities are for residence students.

    Student life assistants live in residence and provide 24/7 support, with a 10-to-1 student-to-staff ratio. They are trained in first aid, CPR-C, and AED use and undergo criminal record checks.

    Dining menus include vegan, vegetarian, and Kosher options. Students should record food allergies and other dietary requirements in their registration information package and can seek help from student life wellness assistants.

    Students receive a Letter of Completion if they meet program and conduct expectations and miss no more than one class without approval. The program is not a direct admission pathway to UBC or another university.

    Commuters must email before the third class begins for a refund less $100 CAD. Residence students must email at least 30 days before the program begins for a refund less the $500 CAD deposit; documented visa denial and medical withdrawals have separate provisions.

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