Journalism

Answering this question requires a critical self-evaluation. You need to have creativity—a way with words and excellent communication skills as you will be required to explain and inform, about the most complex of issues, in the simplest of terms—to a large number of people. Moreover, you require great deal of patience, because in this field, it takes a lot of hard work, and quite some time, to make it to the top.
A professional course in mass communication opens doors for a career in films & TV, publishing, public relations, journalism, editing, direction, filmmaking, scriptwriting, production, etc. In nutshell, Mass Communication widens up the horizon of career options for a person. Depending upon personal interest and inclination a mass communication professional can choose a job. Attractive and high paying jobs as journalist, actor, director, editor, screenwriter, RJ, producer, VJ are available to the talented and trained individuals.

Hi Jana,
The basic education qualification required to pursue a Bachelors Degree in Journalism is:
-Qualifying 10+2 or equivalent examination with minimum 50% marks secured from a recognized board of the country.
-Some reputed institutes conduct entrance exams for admission.
Entrance Examination for Journalism Admission into institutes offering courses in Journalism are held during May-July every year. The entrance test generally includes a Written test comprising objective and subjective questions, followed by GD/PI.
These are the colleges offering a Bachelor's Degree for Journalism:
-Pearl Academy, Mumbai, Andheri East, Mumbai
-Presidency College, Hebbal, Bangalore
-Asian College of Journalism
-Indira Group of Institute's ISBS, IIMP, IGBS, ICEM, ISC, ISEM & IIMP (MCA), Tathawade, Pune
-Jaipur National University (JNU), Jaipur
-Manav Rachna International University-Faculty of Media Studies, Faridabad
Refer to the below link for further details:
https://media.shiksha.com/bj-bachelor-of-journalism-in-india-categorypage-7-20-423-0-0-1-1-2-0-none-2-0
Here are few skills required for a dedicated Journalist:
-Good general knowledge
-Good perception and interest in details
-Ability to sift relevant facts from the irrelevant
-Intellectually curious
-A style of writing that is accurate, readable and informed
As far as the cost is concerned, it will vary from institute to institute.
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Hi,
Fashion journalism involves all aspects of published fashion media, including fashion writers, fashion critics, and fashion reporters. This can be fashion features in magazines and newspapers, and may also include books about fashion, fashion related reports on television and online fashion magazines, websites, and blogs.
Fashion journalists are either employed full-time by a publication or are employed on a freelance basis.
Course Details:
Anyone having a flair for writing, along with sheer interest in fashion and trends, can pursue a career in the prospering field of fashion journalism. Very few institutes conduct specialized programs in fashion journalism. However, one doesn't have to pursue a formal degree program in journalism to become a fashion journalist. With a degree in journalism, an individual can gain the technical expertise of reporting/editing. Any graduate with sense and knowledge of fashion and writing can become a fashion journalist. But, acquiring training in fashion merchandising or fashion design will be an added advantage for becoming a fashion journalist. Any course related to fashion designing or photography can be pursued to learn the basics and tactics of the fashion world.
Top Colleges Offering UG/PG/Other Courses:
Few institutes in India offer courses and programs fashion journalism, communication, and styling. Nevertheless, there are numerous premier colleges that conduct courses in journalism or photography, which, in turn, can be valuable for pursuing a career in fashion journalism. Institutes like National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), New Delhi; Indian Institute of Journalism & New Media, Bangalore; Asian College of Journalism, Chennai; Mudra Institute of Communication, Ahmedabad; BD Somani Institute of Art and Fashion Technology, Mumbai; Manorama School of Communication (MASCOM), Kottayam; and Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi.
As a fresher, a fashion journalist can expect a salary package of around 2 lakhs, or above, per annum. With experience, remuneration is likely to increase, depending upon the quality of work, rewarding in the form of handsome perks and incentives. Opting to work as a freelancer according to one's pace and convenience is another great alternative.
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Hi,
Fashion journalism involves all aspects of published fashion media, including fashion writers, fashion critics, and fashion reporters. This can be fashion features in magazines and newspapers, and may also include books about fashion, fashion related reports on television and online fashion magazines,websites, and blogs.
A fashion journalist typically spends a lot of time researching and conducting interviews and it is essential that he or she has good contacts with people in the fashion industry, including photographers, designers, and public relations specialists. Fashion journalists are either employed full-time by a publication or are employed on a freelance basis.
Careers in Fashion Journalism:
Anything and everything written about fashion and fashion related activities can be termed as fashion journalism. It constitutes a wide range of activities, right from writing and editing stories and articles to styling photo shoots and researching the current and future trends of fashion, along with public relations, interviewing, and designing. With the rising growth and popularity of the Indian fashion industry in global trends as well as in the home front, fashion journalists have created a niche for themselves as fashionistas who can review and report on the emerging fashion trends.
Top Colleges Offering UG/PG/Other Courses:
Few institutes in India offer courses and programs fashion journalism, communication, and styling. Nevertheless, there are numerous premier colleges that conduct courses in journalism or photography, which, in turn, can be valuable for pursuing a career in fashion journalism. Institutes like National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), New Delhi; Indian Institute of Journalism & New Media, Bangalore; Asian College of Journalism, Chennai; Mudra Institute of Communication, Ahmedabad; BD Somani Institute of Art and Fashion Technology, Mumbai; Manorama School of Communication (MASCOM), Kottayam; and Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi.
As a fresher, a fashion journalist can expect a salary package of around 2 lakhs, or above, per annum. With experience, remuneration is likely to increase, depending upon the quality of work, rewarding in the form of handsome perks and incentives. Opting to work as a freelancer according to one's pace and convenience is another great alternative.
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Hi,
Even if Mass Communication and Journalism seems similar, both are entirely different streams. Mass Communication deals with the procedure of conveying or transmitting a message to the general population through media like radio, newspapers, magazines, television, internet and so on. However, Journalism is concerned with the compilation and transmission of news through the print media and electronic media.
Mass Communication courses and career opportunities
Mass Communication is a vast sector that comprises of so many branches. Aspirants can study their interesting subjects in mass communication. There are many graduate and postgraduate programs in Mass Communication. Numerous leading educational institutions offer diverse courses in the concerned fields. There are also Diploma courses in mass communication. A graduation in the respective fields is a requisite for the entry-level jobs. Aspirants who have completed the various courses in mass communication can seek out for career in private and public sector. Those who pursue the research programs in mass communication can become research analysts in the related areas. Various opportunities are available in commercial world, publishing houses, film industry, media industry, image management agencies and so on for these mass communication professionals.
Journalism courses and career opportunities
There are so many courses in journalism that an aspirant can pursue. It includes Bachelors', Masters' and even diploma courses. To become a journalist, aspirants should have atleast a graduation in journalism. Detailed awareness in political science, economics, and English language will be really helpful in honing the talents of a journalist. Those who have flair in photography can opt for photojournalism. Journalists have wide scope in India and in foreign countries. They can seek out for careers in print media like newspapers or journals as editors, proofreaders, cartoonist, feature writer and so on. Likewise, in the electronic modes of communication, they can get employed as researchers, production workers, presenters and so on.
One of the best approaches while deciding on your subjects/ stream is to opt for or look at doing something that you are good at and would enjoy keeping in mind your personality, aptitude, ability, strengths and career goals.
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