Movies and Money 1 (FLTV20022)

Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5Online

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Semester 2 - Online
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This subject has been designed and developed for online delivery and assessment only.

Movies and Money 1 introduces students with an interest in filmmaking to the fundamentals of screen production budgeting, finance and taxonomy from the Production Accountant’s and Producer's perspective.

Beginning with a creative and business overview, the subject engages with key financial concepts used in the film industry and introduces practical skills such as the application of film-related tax incentives and expenditure schemes in Australia. Delivery is through weekly online lectures presented by professional Production Accountants, as well as additional prescribed viewing that includes a wide range of screen-based material.

The self-paced online learning modules are comprised of video lectures, practical exercises and weekly discussion boards. Students complete weekly online learning modules at their own pace. Assessments apply the knowledge gained in the lectures and additional viewing, with a focus on the application of film accounting principles to financial data taken from real-world screen-based productions.

Movies and Money 1 is perfect for students who are seeking to know how financial systems in the screen industry work.

Practical knowledge of general accounting practices is strongly recommended.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • discuss key elements of managing finance in the Australian screen industry;
  • create and manage a basic finance plan and budget for screen based productions;
  • operate screen industry budgeting and accounting systems at a basic level;
  • explain key film-related tax incentives and expenditure schemes used in the Australian film and television industry;
  • prepare basic cost reports for screen based productions.

Generic skills

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • self-manage within an educational context;
  • collect and organise accurate and complete data; 
  • work as part of a team to achieve a common goal;
  • make effective use of planning skills;
  • sustain medium and long-term work strategies in pursuit of personal goals.

Last updated: 4 March 2025