Mass Communication & Media

PR Engineering College (PREC) in Thanjavur is known for having a dedicated and experienced faculty. The college strives to maintain a good balance between academic qualifications and practical industry experience in its teaching staff. Many of the faculty members hold advanced degrees (M.Tech, Ph.D.) and have expertise in their respective fields. Additionally, they are committed to providing quality education and supporting students in research, projects, and internships.

While the quality of teaching can vary from department to department, overall, PREC aims to offer a supportive learning environment with a focus on academic excellence. It's always a good idea to connect with current students or alumni for first-hand feedback on faculty experience and teaching quality.

To pursue a Bachelor of Mass Media (BMM) from St. Xavier's College, Mumbai, follow these steps:
Eligibility: You must have completed your 10+2 from a recognised board with an aggregate of at least 65%.
Application Procedure: Complete an online application form, downloadable from the college's website during the admission process, which usually occurs in June.
Entrance Exam: Prepare for an entrance exam, which contains both objective and subjective questions. An entrance exam tests the individual's aptitude for media studies.
Interview: Candidates who qualify for the entrance exam will be invited for an interview.
Merit List Admission to the institute will be granted according to merit scores received through the entrance exam and interviews conducted. Merit list, the further process check in on the official website.

For M.A Journalism and Mass Communication, a syllabus of focused areas covering journalism, mass communication and media studies is required to prepare for. The syllabus normally covers about 10-12 papers per semester, i.e 4-6 papers in the first semester and 4-6 papers in the second semester. Introduction to Journalism and Mass Communication, Media and Society, Reporting and Editing, Broadcast Journalism, Research Methodology are just a few topics covered. Also, study for entrance exams like IPU CET, DUET, or JNUEE for areas like current affairs, media and communication and analytical skills. It takes 4 to 6 months to prepare as well as 2 to 3 hours of study a day for a good score.

The Diploma in Event Management (DEM) program offered by the National Institute of Event Management (NIEM) places a strong emphasis on hands-on training through seminars and live events. By using its wide-ranging industry network to create employment prospects in a variety of event management roles NIEM offers its students 100% placement support.


Approximately 80–90% of students who complete the course get placed according to student reports. Around INR 30,000 a month is the highest wage for graduates that has been recorded.
The specialized placement cell at NIEM actively seeks to put students in a variety of positions in the event sector, such as operations, production, client service and business development.