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Post Graduate Diploma in Communication is a one-year full-time course in the sphere of mass communication. Areas of specialization that are taught in the PGD in Communication course include; Advertising, journalism, public relations, social media, media laws and ethics. Regarding the course curriculum, it must be stated that it encompasses both the theoretical and the practical aspects of media industry. The diploma offers students practical knowledge and skills in writing, editing, designing and creativity among other skills.
Anyone who has had a graduate education can apply for any stream for the Post Graduate Diploma in Communication course. The selection process is normally done by an entrance examination. There are other institutes too who look into the scores that the candidate has obtained at the time of graduation. CAT/MAT, CMAT, ATMA, XAT, UPSEE and many others are some of the accepted entrance exam that are usually acceptable.
| Column Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Post Graduate Diploma in Communication |
| Duration | Typically 1-2 years (Full-time) |
| Course Level | Postgraduate Diploma |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline |
| Top Colleges | Indian Institute of Mass Communication (Delhi), Xavier Institute of Communication (Mumbai), Symbiosis Institute of Communication Management (Pune) |
| College Name | Average CTC (INR) |
|---|---|
| Xavier Institute of Communication (XIC) | 5-8 Lakhs |
| Asian College of Journalism (ACJ) | 4-6 Lakhs |
| Mudra Institute of Communication Ahmedabad (MICA) | 3-5 Lakhs |
| Indian Institute of Journalism & New Media (IIJN) | 3-4 Lakhs |
| Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication (SIMC) | 2-3 Lakhs |
| Amity School of Communication (ASCO) | 2-3 Lakhs |
| Specialization | Average Salary (INR) |
|---|---|
| Public Relations Specialist | 3-5 Lakhs |
| Advertising Copywriter | 3-4 Lakhs |
| Digital Marketing Specialist | 4-6 Lakhs |
| Content Writer/Editor | 2-3 Lakhs |
| Journalist/Reporter | 2-3 Lakhs |
| Corporate Communicator | 3-5 Lakhs |
