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Post Graduate Diploma in Program Accreditations:

UGC
UGC

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🎓 Universities Offering This Course

Asian International University

Asian International University

�The Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication is a comprehensive 1-year program that offers both theoretical foundations and hands-on practical training in the field of media and communication. It is designed for graduates from any academic background who wish to build a career in journalism, advertising, public relations, television, radio, or digital media.

This course focuses on the core principles of journalism—such as accuracy, fairness, and ethics—while also introducing students to new-age communication platforms like digital journalism, podcasting, content creation, and multimedia storytelling. Students learn to write, edit, report, shoot, anchor, and produce content across different media platforms.

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📘 Semester-Wise Curriculum of PGDJMC

📗 Semester 1: Core Foundations of Journalism & Communication

SubjectDescription
Introduction to Mass CommunicationHistory, functions, and types of mass media: print, electronic, and digital
Reporting and Editing (Print Media)News writing, feature writing, headline creation, sub-editing, fact-checking
Media Laws and EthicsIndian Constitution, Press Council, defamation, RTI, copyright, media trials
Communication TheoriesModels of communication, mass media effects, audience analysis
Photography and PhotojournalismBasics of photo composition, storytelling through visuals
Practical LabNews writing practice, mock press conferences, editorial meetings

📘 Semester 2: Specialized Media Skills & Applications

SubjectDescription
Television Journalism and ProductionTV reporting, anchoring, video editing, studio production
Radio JournalismScript writing, voice modulation, podcasting, FM & AIR production
Digital Journalism and Social MediaBlogging, vlogging, web journalism, SEO content, YouTube media
Advertising and Public RelationsCopywriting, media planning, PR strategy, campaign design
Development Communication / Media ResearchUsing media for social change; introduction to research methods
Internship / Project WorkField internship in news channels, radio stations, PR firms, newspapers etc.

🧪 Additional Activities (Optional / Practical Focused)

  • 📹 Field reporting and mobile journalism

  • ðŸ—£ï¸ Anchoring and voiceover training

  • 📰 Lab newspapers / TV bulletin production

  • 🎤 Public speaking and on-camera practice

  • 💻 Social media marketing campaigns

  • 📠Research project or media content portfolio

🧑â€ðŸ« Skills Developed

  • News writing and editing

  • Public speaking and anchoring

  • Social media handling and content strategy

  • Crisis communication and PR handling

  • Audio-visual content production


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🧑â€ðŸ’¼ Top Career Opportunities After PGDJMC

Job RoleDescription
📰 Journalist / ReporterCover news stories, write articles, conduct interviews for print or digital media
🎤 News Anchor / TV PresenterHost news bulletins, debates, and talk shows on TV or YouTube
âœï¸ Content Writer / CopywriterWrite blogs, website content, ad copies, social media posts
📸 Photojournalist / Video JournalistShoot and edit photos or video stories for news and documentary
📻 Radio Jockey / Podcast HostHost shows, create audio content, conduct interviews for radio or podcasts
🧠 PR Executive / Communications OfficerManage public image of brands, write press releases, media outreach
📢 Digital Marketer / Social Media ManagerHandle branding, digital campaigns, content strategy
🎬 Video Editor / Media ProducerEdit news stories, promos, YouTube videos, documentaries
🧑â€ðŸ« Media Researcher / AnalystResearch for programs, news, market trends, audience analysis
🧳 Freelancer / Media EntrepreneurStart your own blog, YouTube channel, or PR consultancy

🢠Industries You Can Work In

  • 📰 News Channels (Aaj Tak, NDTV, ABP, Republic)

  • 🗞 Newspapers & Magazines (TOI, Dainik Bhaskar, The Hindu)

  • 📺 TV Production Houses

  • 📱 Digital Media Companies (The Quint, The Wire, Brut, ScoopWhoop)

  • 🧑â€ðŸ’¼ PR and Advertising Agencies

  • 🢠Corporate Communication Departments

  • 🎧 Radio Stations (FM, AIR)

  • 🎥 YouTube & Social Media Startups

  • 🫠Education / Training Institutes

🌠Scope Abroad

You can apply for international roles with global media companies or pursue further studies (like Master's in Journalism or Digital Media) in:

  • 🇺🇸 USA

  • 🇬🇧 UK

  • 🇨🇦 Canada

  • 🇦🇺 Australia

💸 Average Salary (India)

Experience LevelSalary Range (Per Month)
Fresher₹18,000 – ₹30,000
2–4 Years₹30,000 – ₹50,000
5+ Years₹60,000+ (Higher for anchors/editors/PR heads)
Freelancers₹500–₹5000 per article/video/post (varies by client & platform)

🚀 Future Growth Options

  • Start your YouTube channel / podcast

  • Become a media trainer / communication coach

  • Pursue Master’s in Journalism / Mass Comm / Digital Media

  • Appear for UGC-NET for teaching positions

  • Launch your own digital media venture

Fee Structure

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  • 🌠Indians: ₹ - ₹
Admissions Open for July’2025 Session. X