Will a cinema production program allow me to become a director?

Erica: Will a cinema production program allow me to become a director?
If I get into a cinema production program at a university, will it prepare me for directing films?

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Answer by ginny
It would be a great help.

But,I think the best prep.you can get is starting at the bottom in a small theatrical company.

Observe how the whole machine works,try all sorts of behind-the-scenes work.

Once you see the whole machine working,you will be really prepared.

I think the course would be a lot of fun though!
Best,Ginny x