{"product_id":"advanced-certificate-in-advanced-film-and-documentary-production-management","title":"Advanced Certificate in Advanced Film and Documentary  Production Management","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Certificate in Advanced Film and Documentary Production Management\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA handson 10week certificate that prepares producers, line producers and production managers to lead complex film and documentary projects from development through distribution. 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