Media Planning

Yes, candidates can do internships in advertising firms or advertising departments of various organisations. They can also look for internship opportunities in media houses that promote all types of media, in new media houses that focus on text messaging and the Internet, and in advertising teams and organisations.

Candidates can work with various organisations such as Brand content organisations, Brand experience organisations, Creative agencies and Outdoor agencies. Direct marketing agencies, etc.

Candidates can start their career with a package of INR 3-5 LPA which increases with experience. An experienced professional gets a package of up to INR 8-12 LPA in this field.

Students who wish to pursue media planning course can appear for various entrance exams such as Jamia Millia Islamia Entrance Exam, XIC OET, IIMC Entrance Exam, FTII JET, JNUEE, CUET, DCJ Entrance Exam, MASCOM, etc.

The fees depend on level one is pursuing. The fee for a UG course ranges from INR 1 Lacs to 3 Lakh. Whereas fees for PG courses range from INR 3.5 Lacs to INR 6 Lakh.

No, candidates from any stream can take admission in courses related to media planning.

Media planners generally need a four-year bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism, communications, english or business. Candidates following these programs can create a collection of their projects, which will help them demonstrate their quality to managers.

Candidates can pursue courses in media planning from colleges mentioned below:

·       Christ University, Bangalore

·       Amity School of Communication, Delhi

·       Future Media School, Kolkata

·       National Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi

·       TISS- Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai

·       Xavier Institute of Communications

Candidates must have passed class 12 in any stream with a minimum aggregate of 50% for taking admission to undergraduate courses. Whereas for PG courses candidates should have a graduation degree in any subject.