Introduction
The curriculum of an MA in Journalism and Mass
Communication provides students with the tools they need to analyze and
evaluate the many forms of media. This is a two-year graduate program. Students
in this course will learn how to effectively disseminate information through
many forms of mass media, such as print publications, audio and visual
presentations, and the internet.
Objective
MA Journalism & Mass Communication is a study of
different forms of communication by which individuals can deliver information
to a vast portion of the population through mass media. Participants in this
course should have a natural curiosity for learning, the self-discipline to do
their own research, the capacity to distill complex ideas into simple language,
and the fluency to articulate those ideas both in oral and written form.
Reporting, writing, editing, photography, and other related skills are covered
and taught throughout the course.
Students can choose from a wide range of degrees in the
field of journalism, including those focused on sports, science, the
environment, fashion, film, advertising, corporate communications, and more.
Graduates who are successful in their career searches may get employment in
fields including marketing, cinematography, broadcasting, press information,
radio, television networks, websites, etc.
Students must have a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of
50% from an accredited university in any field to be considered for admission
to the program. In certain institutions, students are admitted based on their
performance in a combination of an entrance test, a Group Discussion, and an
interview.
Programme Duration
MA Journalism & Mass Communication is a post-graduate
degree program and this programs are typically two years course.
Minimum Duration 2 Years
Maximum Duration 4 Year
Eligibility
Online/distance MA Journalism & Mass Communication
eligibility criteria are too very flexible. To pursue an online and distance MA
Journalism & Mass Communication one has to be completed graduation from any
recognised university. There are no entrance examinations for admission in this
course.
Career
Prospects
After post-graduation student has various options for
employment, both in the government and private sectors.
There are many designations for MA Journalism & Mass
Communication Graduates:
- Television
- Journalist
- Digital Marketing
Expert
- Radio jockey (RJ)
- Social Media Executive
- Content Creator/
Developer
- Public Relations
Professional
- Publicity/Advertising
Industry.
- Event Manager
- Broadcasting and
Production
Top
Companies that hire Journalism & Mass Communication Graduates
- Hindustan Times Group
of Publication
- NDTV Network
- Balaji Telefilms
- Zee TV Network
- DDB Mudra Group
- Times of India Group
- Reliance Entertainment
- Viacom
Best study options after MA Journalism & Mass
Communication
Graduates who are enthusiastic about continuing their
studies in the field of education and have already earned their MA Journalism
& Mass Communication degree can pursue-
- M.Phil.
- Ph.D.