byGaganDeep
Updated on - 8 Aug, 2024
The Post Graduate Diploma in Multimedia Journalism is a one-year postgraduate diploma course that offers additional training in all the technical areas that are needed to practice multimedia journalism and become a multimedia journalist. The study program prepares students for operations in different media forms such as print, broadcast, web and mobile media. The curricular content includes copy writing, TV anchoring, video editing, page layout & designing.
The most accepted entrance test for admission into the Post Graduate Diploma in Multimedia Journalism course are CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA/State CET National level test conducted by universities/institutions. In addition to the prescribed academic requirements, some institutes also take into account the student’s performance in the qualifying Bachelor’s degree examination. Besides, candidates may also be required to write written aptitude test and or/ personal Interview Test.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Post Graduate Diploma in Multimedia Journalism |
| Duration | 1 Year |
| Course Level | Postgraduate Diploma |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks, Entrance exam performance |
| Top Colleges | Asian College of Journalism, Chennai; Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi; Xavier Institute of Communications, Mumbai; Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, Pune; Times School of Journalism, New Delhi |
| Entrance Exam | ACJ Entrance Exam, IIMC Entrance Exam, SIMC Entrance Exam, XIC OET |
1. A bachelor’s degree awarded by any recognized university for any stream with minimum 50% marks in aggregate.
2. Writing and oral communication skills in English. May involve passing exams such as TOEFL/IELTS.
3. Some experience and understanding of the main tenets of journalism and/or using social/digital media is recommended. Often, working experience may also help to complete the requirements for the admission.
4. Good listening, speaking, and interpersonal skills necessary to gather information from the sources.
5. Interest and passion in news stories, inquisitive ability, and aptitude of putting together multimedia news piece.
| College Name | Location | Fees (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) | New Delhi | 30,000 - 40,000 |
| Department of Journalism & Mass Communication (DJMC) | University of Delhi | 10,000 - 15,000 |
| Asian College of Journalism (ACJ) | Chennai | 25,000 - 35,000 |
| Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication (SIMC) | Pune | 20,000 - 30,000 |
| Indian Institute of Journalism & New Media (IIJNM) | Bangalore | 15,000 - 25,000 |
| School of Communication and Media Studies (SCMS) | Kerala University, Thiruvananthapuram | 10,000 - 15,000 |
| Department of Communication and Journalism | Mumbai University | 10,000 - 15,000 |
| Department of Journalism and Mass Communication | Osmania University, Hyderabad | 5,000 - 10,000 |
| Department of Journalism and Mass Communication | Panjab University, Chandigarh | 5,000 - 10,000 |
| Department of Journalism and Mass Communication | Jadavpur University, Kolkata | 5,000 - 10,000 |
| College Name | Location | Average CTC (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) | New Delhi | 5-7 lakhs |
| Asian College of Journalism (ACJ) | Chennai | 4-6 lakhs |
| Symbiosis Institute of Media & Communication (SIMC) | Pune | 4-5 lakhs |
| Indian Institute of Journalism & New Media (IIJNM) | Bangalore | 3-4 lakhs |
| Xavier Institute of Communication (XIC) | Mumbai | 3-4 lakhs |
| Specialization | Average Salary Range (INR) |
|---|---|
| Multimedia Reporting | 3-5 lakhs |
| Content Creation | 2-4 lakhs |
| Documentary Filmmaking | 3-5 lakhs |
| Corporate Communicator | 3-4 lakhs |
| Data Journalism | 4-6 lakhs |
| Investigative Journalism | 4-6 lakhs |
| Mobile Journalism | 2-4 lakhs |