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Hi, The Mass Communication & Videography (MCV) department was founded in 1996. Since 2006 (autonomy), the MCV dept. has steadily worked towards formulating a holistic syllabus for the taught course, keeping the pressing needs of 'audio- visual' literacy in the changing times in mind.
The Department of Mass Communication and Videography provides in-depth knowledge of cinema and media to the students. The department boasts of faculty who are a combination of academic as well as professional experts. Almost all the regular professors are doing their Ph.D and others have won national awards in various fields like cinematography, sound designing and documentary filmmaking.
Those from the last batch who are not pursuing any PG courses and those who have completed there PG courses, most of them are working in the television, advertising & film industries (viz, NDTV, CNN-IBN, AajTak, Zee Network, Star Network, Sony Entertainment; Percept, JWT, O&M etc.) either as trainees/assistants or as full-time journalists, programme producers, production executives, technical experts, independent filmmakers, etc.

At NIU, an integral part of the career development programme is placement, which is undertaken by the Corporate Resource Center and Placement Cell (CRCP). The CRCP prepares the students for a successful future and not merely a job.
The placement process is manifold. It includes personality development, gap identification, mock interview, pre- placement counseling, CV formation, and live projects and internships. During their academic tenure the students go through a well planned rigorous course curriculum along with real life practical trainings and internships in reputed research institutes and/or corporate houses.
The academic curriculum is so structured that it requires the students to undergo a mandatory summer internship of 6-8 weeks with reputed organizations. The internship helps the students to apply their classroom learning of theoretical concepts to real life management settings. This process enables to sharpen their ability to diagnose, analyze and resolve problems. The option of short term live projects with leading companies is also provided to the students. This runs parallel to their academic sessions and gives them valuable insight into the workings of the industry.
At NIU, the focus is on the overall development of an individual. This is achieved by the CRCP, which lays a lot of emphasis on grooming and helps each student refine his/her communication and behavioral skills, thereby making them good fits for the industry. The academic environment takes advantage of the world class, state of the art infrastructure provided at NIU. Not to be left behind are the immense opportunities for extracurricular activities, leading to the holistic growth of each individual.
Since its inception, NIU continues to maintain a consistently impressive placement record. It has been able to assist students to pursue careers in their dream companies and become successful leaders. It continues to do so each year, moving from strength to strength surely and consistently.
For more information, you can check out the Shiksha page for this college:
https://www.shiksha.com/mass-communication-media/course/m-a-in-journalism-and-mass-communication-school-of-journalism-and-mass-communication-Noida-international-university-greater-Noida-161898

No, it is not necessary to have good drawing skills in order to pursue a career in fashion communication but yes, you need to be creative. Fashion communication is one of the newest and untapped fields of the fashion industry. As the name suggests, the course is all about communicating fashion to the masses. Hence, good communication is the main skill that is required to excel in this field and not drawing. The curriculum of the said programme involves graphic design, visual merchandising/retail experience design, exhibition and display design, event management, photography, styling, advertising, public relations and creative writing specific to fashion and lifestyle industry. A graduate in fashion communication can work as a visual merchandiser, stylist, set and art director, web designer, journalist, fashion photographer, brand manager, event manager, PR professional and copy writer. Many big brands like Marks & Spencer, Shopper's Stop, Pantaloons, Harper's Bazaar, Tommy Hilfiger, Femina, Marie Claire provide job opportunities to fashion communication professionals.
In India, B.Des in Fashion Communication is offered by National Institute of Fashion Technology (Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai) and Symbiosis Institute of Design, Pune.

Hi, The School of Broadcasting & Communication (SBC) is a part of the Society for Arts & Mass Communication, a non-profit, non-governmental organisation (NGO) registered under Registrar of Firms and Societies Act, 1973, of the government of the state of Madhya Pradesh, India. It is located in Mumbai. The school is affiliated to Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication, Asia.
Check out the placement page of this college on its website, they have mentioned all the companies like Zoom, Times Now and Zee TV that visit their campus for recruitment along with the name of some notable aluminies.
http://www.sbc.ac.in/placement-alumuni/
Moreover, you can check out the page of this college on Shiksha .com to have a more closer look at the courses offered by this college offered by them and detailed information. around it:
https://www.shiksha.com/college/school-of-broadcasting-and-communication-andheri-west-mumbai-27159

Manipal Institute Technology School of Architecture would be a better choice among the 2 options. It has a robust and up-to-date infrastructure needed for architecture education. Also, this college follows the syllabus of Manipal University which has evolved over years for Masters in architecture and is also widely accepted. Manipal Institute Technology School of Architecture has a good faculty strength with many faculties having done their Masters and Ph.Ds. Moreover, this college is affiliated to Manipal University which is very well recognized outside India and would give a better opportunity for higher education or work. Comparatively, Manipal Institute of Technology School of Architecture would be a better choice than Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University for Masters in architecture education.

Hi, The National Institute of Mass Communication has been set up in 2003 in collaboration with the Canadian Institute of Mass Communication, Ontario, Canada by Educational Media Research Society, New Delhi (a society registered under Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860). The objective is to impart quality training to students in mass media so that they efficiently utilize media technology in the best possible manner to keep pace with the fast evolving communication industry.
Some highlights of this college include:
Offers specialisation in Print Media, Electronic Media, Digital Media, Radio Journalism, Advertising, Photo Journalism, Public Relation, Corporate Communication, Short Film and Documentary Film Making
Placements (in INR; as provided by college):
2.00 Lacs
Minimum Salary (Annual)
2.50 Lacs
Average Salary (Annual)
3.50 Lacs
Maximum Salary (Annual)
Companies / Recruiters who visited the campus:
Abp Asmita
Ahmedabad Mirror
Care WorldCNBCtV
Dainik Bhaskar
Divya BhaskarDNA
ETV News
Gujarat
GSTV
Torque Communication
TV9
For more details regarding the college, you can check out its website:
http://www.nimc-india.com/post-graduate-courses.php

Some of the important skills one must consider in a Public Relations work are -
Social Media Skills - Public Relations practitioners should have knowledge about various social media channels currently in use. As different channels have varying impact on the public and people you are appealing. There is a different strategy when using different platforms. A good PR person not only constrained with the platform of use but how to use each platform to its the fullest potential.
Research Skills - One needs to work with numerous kinds of clients in a wide variety of fields. To serve each client well, the person must be able to come up to speed on the clients brand, industry, and market very quickly.
International Perspective - One must have the ability to think from others frame of mind. Individual need to develop international and multicultural perspective, recognizing that not all people think in the same ways. Cultural symbols and icons vary. Tastes vary. A message that works well for one group of people might alter for another. A good PR person appreciates and rationalize these differences and can research different audiences as needed. Ability to converse in multiple languages is an advantage.
Time Management - Public relations specialists must be able to handle multiple clients and assignments, all of whom expect to be considered important. Mastering deadlines and prioritizing tasks is a must. Its a fast-paced, multifaceted job, and no one has time to lose paperwork or mix up names.

Andhra University-Visakhapatnam would be a better choice among the 2 options. It has a very good infrastructure needed for architecture education. Also, It has an evolved syllabus that is more apt for Bachelors in architecture. Not just this, the college is also having a good faculty strength with many faculties having done their Masters. Not only that, it is well recognised outside India and would give a better opportunity for higher education or work. MEASI Academy also has a good faculty strength. But comparatively, Andhra University-Visakhapatnam would be a better choice than MEASI Academy of Architecture for Bachelors in architecture education.

Creative directors are basically the art directors of a high fashion magazine or a fashion house. They are the ones who set the creative tone and vision for a design company, publication or a retail business. In order to become a creative director in the fashion industry, you need to have experience in all the aspects of fashion. Start your career by pursuing a Bachelor's degree in fashion design like B.Des/BA/BFA in design or fashion. Work in different areas of fashion like content writing, fashion communication, marketing, design, fashion photography, events and so on. Spend a good time of 8-10 years to gain experience in all these fields. The more experience you have in this industry as a whole, the more you will have a vision of being a creative head and the more you will have the chances of being hired by the top fashion companies. Such kind of experience will surely reward you with a high profile and lucrative career. Also, It will be a good idea to pursue an MBA in Fashion Management after your graduation.
Some of the prominent creative directors around the world in the fashion industry are:
Alessandro Michele, GUCCI
Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Nicolas Ghesquire, Louis Vuitton
Anaita Shroff Adajania, Vogue India
If you really are passionate to become a creative director, you must read the biography and career journey of above-mentioned personalities to take inspiration for your own career.

If you are interested in the fashion industry, a management career will allow you to collaborate with designers, merchandisers, retailers and manufacturers around the world. You may join Masters of fashion business management course from distance learning if you have done the same course in Bachelors from regular mode.
Fashion designers typically need an associate or a Bachelor's degree in fashion design. Some fashion designers also combine a fashion design degree with a business, marketing, or fashion merchandising degree, especially those who want to run their own business or retail store. Basic coursework includes colour, textiles, sewing and tailoring, pattern making, fashion history, computer-aided design (CAD) and design of different types of clothing such as menswear or footwear.
Once you complete this course, you can become, fashion product manager, fashion brand manager, fashion marketing manager.