USC Business Administration (Cinematic Arts)
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation USC lists for Business Administration (Cinematic Arts) transfers starts with WRIT 150, WRIT 340 and BUAD 280; the full list is below.
82 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with USC for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.
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Major Requirements
USC Business Administration (Cinematic Arts) Major Preparation
The courses USC lists as Business Administration (Cinematic Arts) major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are USC's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Composition/Writing Requirements (8 units)
Complete all of these
- WRIT 150 Writing and Critical Reasoning–Thematic Approaches
- WRIT 340 Advanced Writing and Critical Engagement
Business Requirements
Complete all of these
- BUAD 280 Introduction to Financial Accounting
- BUAD 281 Introduction to Managerial Accounting
- BUAD 302 Communication Strategy in Business
- BUAD 304 Organizational Behavior and Leadership
- BUAD 307 Marketing Fundamentals
- BUAD 425 Introduction to Business Analytics
- BUAD 497 Strategic Management
- ECON 351x Microeconomics for Business
- ECON 352x Macroeconomics for Business
- MATH 125g Calculus I
Complete 1 of these
- BUAD 306 Business Finance
- BUAD 308 Advanced Business Finance
Complete 1 of these
- BUAD 310g Applied Business Statistics
- BUAD 312g Statistics and Data Science for Business
Complete 1 of these
- BUAD 311 Operations Management
- BUAD 313 Advanced Operations Management and Analytics
Cinematic Arts Requirements
Complete all of these
- CNTV 441 Business and Cinematic Arts Entertainment Practicum
- CNTV 458 Producing and Marketing Feature Length Films
- CNTV 463 Television: Integrating Creative and Business Objectives
- CTCS 190g Introduction to Cinema
- CTIN 458 Business and Management of Games
- CTPR 385 Colloquium: Motion Picture Production Techniques
- CTPR 410 The Entertainment Industry: From Idea to Audience
Complete 1 of these
- CNTV 467 The Future of Digital Media and the Entertainment Industry
- CNTV 428 Fundamentals of Entertainment Law and Dealmaking
Complete 1 of these
- CTCS 191 Introduction to Television and Video
- CNTV 481 Entertainment Industry Launchpad
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does USC have a Business Administration major for transfer students?
Yes. USC offers Business Administration (Cinematic Arts) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to USC for Business Administration?
USC's Business Administration (Cinematic Arts) major preparation includes WRIT 150, WRIT 340, BUAD 280, BUAD 281, BUAD 302 and BUAD 304, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
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