Masters (MA) in journalism and mass communication

The field of media and communication offers a plethora of career opportunities for MA (JMC) graduates. With the advent of new media and digital platforms, the industry has evolved significantly in recent years, opening up new avenues for employment. Here are some popular career options for MA (JMC) graduates:

• Journalist: Journalism is a traditional career option for MA (JMC) graduates. They can work as reporters, correspondents, editors, or news anchors in various media organizations such as newspapers, magazines, television, and radio. They can specialize in different genres like political reporting, investigative journalism, entertainment reporting, or sports journalism, depending on their interests.
• Advertising and Public Relations Professional: Graduates can work in advertising agencies, public relations firms, or corporate communication departments to develop and execute marketing and communication campaigns. They can work as copywriters, account executives, media planners, or creative directors.
• Digital Media Professional: Graduates can work in digital media companies, web development firms, or social media agencies to develop and manage digital content and social media strategies. They can work as social media managers, content creators, digital marketing specialists, or SEO analysts.
• Filmmaker: MA (JMC) graduates can work as filmmakers, producers, directors, or screenwriters in the film and television industry. They can specialize in different genres like documentary filmmaking, advertising films, or feature films.
• Radio Jockey: MA (JMC) graduates can work as radio hosts, announcers, or producers in radio stations. They need to have excellent communication skills, a good voice, and a thorough knowledge of music and entertainment. The department operates its own community radio station, called ‘Radio Zindagee,’ which serves the community around the campus. This creates opportunities for students to gain hands-on training and in-house internships.

The MA (JMC) program at Graphic Era Hill University is designed to provide students with a well-rounded education in the field of media and communication. The program is divided into four semesters, and each semester covers a different set of subjects.

Some of the key highlights of the MA (JMC) program include:

• Expert Faculty: The program is taught by experienced faculty members who have vast industry experience and are experts in their respective fields.
• Industry-Relevant Curriculum: The curriculum is designed to meet the needs of the industry and to ensure that students are well-prepared for their careers.
• Practical Learning: The program includes a range of practical learning opportunities such as internships, field trips, and industry visits to provide students with hands-on experience.
• State-of-the-Art Infrastructure: The university has state-of-the-art infrastructure, including media labs, studios, and equipment, which allows students to learn in a modern and well-equipped environment.
• Career-Driven Approach: The program is designed to prepare students for their careers and provides them with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the industry.
• Comprehensive curriculum: The curriculum of the MA (JMC) program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the media and communication industry. The program covers a range of subjects such as media management, journalism, advertising, public relations, digital media, and filmmaking. In addition to classroom learning, students are also required to complete internships, field trips, and industry visits to gain practical experience.
• In-house radio station: The department operates its own community radio station, called ‘Radio Zindagee,’ which serves the community around the campus. This creates opportunities for students to gain hands-on training and in-house internships.