Hi,

Here’s a comparison between Diploma, PG Diploma & Masters in Mass Communication & Journalism:

Diploma in Mass Communication & Journalism

Eligibility: Qualified 10+2 exam in any discipline from a recognised board with an aggregate of 45% marks & above.

Duration: 1 year

Avg Annual Fees: Up to INR 14,000 - 80,000

Admission Process: Admission to this program is either through candidate's performance in the entrance exams, which will be accompanied by a GD & PI, or on the candidate's performance in the qualifying 10+2 exams (Merit).

Or, Direct admission

Course Overview:

- Basics of journalism, such as publishing, editing, radio presentation, & television concepts.

- Writing, oratory, & film making skills are taught

- Exposure to various aspects of the media industry, including publishing, radio & television, PR, & advertisement.

- Variety of projects during the program, including writing, extempore, & presentations, as well as learning programming skills to produce designs & documents.

- Learn how to identify their strengths & weaknesses, develop their communication skills, & overcome their stage fright.

Syllabus:

Reporting

Editing

Communication Concepts, History, Law & Ethics

PR, Advertising, & Media Management

Radio & TV Journalism

Print, Social & Electronic Media

Career Prospects: Students can find roles as content producers, journalists, PR professionals, or news readers for reputable publications & networks. Students may also pursue careers in the fields of communication, social media, radio, & television, translators, NGO personnel & other related fields.

Avg Salary: Up to INR 1 - 6 LPA

PG Diploma in Mass Communication & Journalism

Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university with an aggregate of at least 55% marks.

Duration: 1 year

Avg Annual Fees: INR 30,000 - 1,00,000

Admission Process : Admission to this program is either through the candidate's performance in the entrance exams, which will be accompanied by a GD & PI, or on the candidate's performance in the Bachelor’s degree exams (Merit).

Or, Direct admission

Course Overview:

- Teaches you how to accumulate, evaluate, develop, & present news for print, digital, & broadcast media.

- Cover the role of journalists in involving the public in the creation & policy-making process.

- Will improve your communication skills, which are essential for developing effective communication strategies.

- Work on a variety of projects during the program, including writing, extempore, & presentations, as well as learning programming skills to produce designs & documents.

- Learn to grasp the attention of the viewer & sharing a compelling message or piece of information through multiple communication channels

Syllabus:

Communication

Advertising

PR & Corporate Communication

Media & Brand Management

Media & Globalisation

Audio-Visual Communication & Production

News Reporting for Different Mediums

Print, Copy, Online & Social Media Writing

Media Planning & Buying

Career Prospects:

- Students can work in PR & advertising firms, radio stations, television production studios, news channels & websites, digital content firms, social media platforms, & media houses

- Web Content Developer, Media Manager, Feature Writer, Columnist or Critic, Journalist, Media Editor, PR Executive, Correspondent, Proofreader are some of the roles that students may take on.

Avg Salary: Approx. INR 2 - 10.5 LPA

Masters in Mass Communication & Journalism (MJMC)

Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university with an aggregate of at least 50% marks.

Duration: 2 year

Avg Annual Fees: INR 50,000 - 3,00,000

Admission Process: Admission to this program is either through candidate's performance in the entrance exams, which will be accompanied by a GD & PI, or on the candidate's performance in the Bachelor's degree exams (Merit).

Course Overview:

- Extensive theoretical & practical expertise in a variety of media professions, ranging from media organisation management to analysis & an integrated perspective of media working, as well as some technical know-how.

- Detailed analysis of all aspects of the media, including print, electronic, radio, & television.

- Candidates are prepared for a career in top positions in any medium of media, including print, multimedia, & electronics.

- Combines hands-on learning with live assignments & mandatory internships.

Syllabus:

Semester 1

Communication Principles & Theory

History & Development of Mass Media

Media Laws & Ethics

Computer Applications for Media

Reporting, Writing & Editing

Print Journalism Practice

Semester 2

Communication Development

Media Management

Media & Society

Advertising & PR

Electronic Media - Radio & TV

Advertising Practical

Photography

PR & Corporate Communication

Semester 3

International & Rural Communication

Reporting & Editing for Electronic Media

Internship

Intercultural Communication

Radio & TV Production

Semester 4

New Media

Media & Human Rights

Environment Communication

Study Tour & Reporting

Communication Research

Media Laws & Ethics

Career Prospects:

- Advertising Agencies, Publishing Houses, Radio, Photography Companies, Broadcasting Corporations, Journals, Periodicals & Magazines, Legal Affairs Departments, & other industries employ students.

- Media Relations Specialist, Communications Specialist, Training Specialist, Columnist, Screen Writer, Art Director, PR Officer, Journalist, Proofreader, News Analyst, Film Director, Radio Jockey, & other roles are available to students.

Avg Salary: Approx. INR 3.5 - 14 LPA

You may want to choose a Masters Degree over a PG Diploma as it would provide you with more advanced knowledge, practical experience, & career opportunities. It will prepare you for a top-level career in almost any medium of media, including print, digital, & electronic media.

You may also consider other factors such as career prospects, fees, duration, institutes available, suitability, & personal needs & requirements while choosing the course.

Hope this information helps!

All the best!

hello ravneet kaur

I hope you are doing good .  I would glad to aware you about the roadmap of carrer path . I think you completely want to change your field because you are doing bachelors in computer applications and you want to go mass media . In this case , I would suggest you to go MJMC course(Master of Journalism & Mass Communication)  which do require bachelors in any stream with 50percent in aggregate but you have to hold command on english because at the time of admission good english is preferred

Hope you found this answer helpful. Good luck for your future