MA (Journalism and Mass Communication)
Introduction
Effective Media is one of the most potent weapons in the modern world. It can change the tide of public opinion and send vital messages out to a large section of society. The intelligent readership is growing and books are seeing resurgence in the market. The media has many segments: the print medium being the oldest: Journalism via electronic media such as the television, radio, satellite communication; Advertising and Public Relations, new media with added technology has taken it further to reach millions engaged in digital era of society.
Jagan Nath University offers Master in Journalism and Media Management to the eligible students who are interested in pursuing or advancing their career in Journalism and Mass Communication.
The main objective of this programme is to bring well educated professionals with critical thinking abilities to establish single person media shop, and have an understanding of the latest facets of the ongoing information revolution brought in by the internet, personal computers, television, radio and the print in business and interpersonal communication.
The extensive program provides enough flexibility in respect of lecture courses, practical training and internship and exposure to latest technology in the field of Information & Media.
Programme Duration
Master of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication is a two year full time program consisting of two academic years of four semesters.
Programme Eligibility
Graduation in any Discipline with min 50% marks.
Selection Procedure
MAT/CAT/ CMAT/ JUEE followed by GD and PI
Programme Highlights
- Two year program with applied learning in the field of journalism and mass communication
- Multiple career options like advertising agencies, radio, broadcasting corporations, etc.
- Industry suited curriculum
- Excellent infrastructure
- Student friendly campus with a conducive learning environment
- The program focuses on nurturing the creative talent of students by providing them with hands on training and media exposure.
- The program gives an opportunity to study the Media, ranging from media issues to media marketing; research and journalistic techniques to public relations, organizing events and exhibitions.
- Students are also encouraged to specialize in Print, Broadcast & Web Journalism, Radio Programming & Production, Television Production & Film making, PR & Advertising, Corporate Communication, Radio Jockey and Communication Skills.
Career Opportunities
Print Media : Journalist |Commercial Executive| Production in Charge |Content & Concept Writer| Marketing Executive in Newspapers & Magazines| Reporters| Editors and Commercial Executives
Broadcast Media : Radio Jockey | Technical Assistant | Programme producer| News Reader | Script Writer Content Writer|Editor | Reporters and Researchers.
Audio Visual Media : News Reader | Reporter| Anchor | Actor | Camera Operator | Cinematographer | Editor | Graphic Designer | Guest Coordinator | Production Assistant | Content Writer | Director.
Public Relations & Public Affairs Advertising : Opportunity to interact with internal & external Public, Crisis management, corporate publication, event management and networking in Corporate Houses | Hotels|Airlines | NGOs| Newspaper| Television | Educational Institutions | PR Consultancies | Political Parties | Copy Writer | Visualizer | Media Planner | Account Executive | Content Writer | Researcher | Digital Marketing| Event Manager.