Mass Communication & Digital MediaNew

Course Head: Ms. Priya Adivarekar

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Course Outline and Method

The course in PG Diploma in Mass Communication & Digital Media is a 11-month full-time, post graduate diploma program. It is an academic stream intended to provide undergraduates with a panoramic perspective of the various facets of news media, new age media and mass communication disciplines. The knowledge and skills that students will acquire will equip them for careers in Social Media, Content Writing, Public Relations, Advertising, Journalism, Corporate Communications and a wide range of media related professions. Further, the course will provide deep dives and learning platforms to have understanding of audience engagement, news creation, campaign development etc.

Similar to other XIC Courses, this Diploma course is also taught and facilitated by professionals drawn from the fields of Journalism, Advertising, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Social Media, Film Making, Event Management and related areas. The course comprises of 52 modules, seminars, and workshops (the costs of which are included in the tuition fee). The total of 525 sessions (105 credits) makes the student eligible for the diploma. A substantial part of the education is conducted through ‘assisted learning,’ which involves students undertaking assignments, research and case studies, projects individually or in groups under the guidance of the faculty.

Course Fees

Tution Fees 2,62,150
CSGT 9% 23,594
SGST 9% 23,594
Registration Fees 2,500
CSGT 9% 225
SGST 9% 225
Library Deposit 2,500
Total Fees 3,14,788

Eligibility

Anyone holding a graduate degree in Arts, Science, Mass Media, Commerce, or any professional course etc. (Students, awaiting their graduation results, should submit a photocopy of the final year mark sheet of Second Year to the Administration Office) failing which, they will not be eligible for the XIC Post-graduate Diploma. There is an online entrance test followed by a personal interview.

Campus

  • Mumbai Campus - XIC
    St. Xavier's College Campus, 5 Mahapalika Marg, Mumbai 400 001.
  • Hyderabad Campus
    Divyavani Social Communications, 3-4-97, St. John’s Regional Seminary Campus, Ramanthapur, Hyderabad-500013, Telangana, INDIA.

Class Timings

The course is conducted over week days - Monday to Saturday (9.00 am - 8.30 pm), with two to three sessions daily. Workshops and Seminars are usually scheduled for Saturdays. 75% attendance is compulsory in each module

Career Opportunities

XIC students have been a preferred choice for the industry for several decades and our alumni occupy entry level to top level positions in the field of Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, New Age Media, Film, Television and Journalism. XIC trains its students for various industry roles that include News Creation and Reporting, Content Creation, Client Servicing, Account Planning, New Business Development, Crisis Management, Copy Writing, Media Planning, Retail Merchandizing, Brand Management, Digital Marketing, Social Media Management etc.

Course Outline

All modules in this course are obligatory.
The Management reserves the right, as and when necessary,
to change the syllabus without prior notice.

Learning Track 1:
Media Ecosystem & Communication Foundations
  • Foundations of Mass Communication: Concepts, Applications, Industry Landscape
  • Media Theory & Culture
  • Media Regulations, Law & Ethics
  • Media & Communication Research
Learning Track 2:
Nurturing Creativity for applications in Mass Communication
  • Creative Thinking, Ideation & Scriptwriting - Writing Across Media Formats
  • Story Telling Techniques
Learning Track 3:
Multi-Format Content Creation for Digital Media
  • Digital Content Creation: Platform Ecosystem, Multi-format content & Podcast Production
  • AI in content creation
  • Content Post Production and Editing
  • Blogging and Digital Publishing
  • Influencer Marketing & Creator Economy
Learning Track 4:
Digital Media Applications & Social Media Management
  • Integrated Digital Marketing: Content Strategy, Performance, Campaigns & Optimisation
  • Social Media Management, Online Communities & Analysis
  • Gamification & Interactive Content Strategies
  • Integrated Website Strategy: Design, UX, Content & SEO
  • Media Planning & Strategy
  • Online Reputation & Cyber Security
Learning Track 5:
Journalism & Information Culture
  • News in the Digital Age: Online Journalism,Platforms & Distribution
  • Journalism Practice: Reporting, Editing & Feature Writing
  • Analysis of latest News & Current Affairs
Learning Track 6:
Advertising, Marketing Communications and Events
  • Marketing Communications & Advertising: India and The Global Landscape
  • Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) - Strategy, Tools & Campaign Development
  • Branding & Brand Strategy
  • Creative Development: Copywriting, Design & Visual Communication
  • Event and experiential communication
  • Analysis of latest Advertising campaigns
Learning Track 7:
Public Relations, Events & Corporate Communications
  • Foundations of Public Relations: Concepts, Functions and Specialisations
  • Strategic Public Relations in Practice
  • Corporate Communication: Role & Relevance
  • PR Writing & Professional Communication
Learning Track 8:
Visual Narratives: Film, Documentary & Digital Formats
  • Film & Documentary making
  • Long-Form Video Storytelling & Production
  • Digital Branded Content Production
Learning Track 9:
Immersive Learning & Dissertation
  • Executive Presence & Gravitas
  • Masterclass / Knowledge / Referral Sessions
  • Industry Engagement
  • Creative, Cognitive & Design Thinking
  • Portfolio Development Lab
  • Entrepreneurship in Digital Media
  • Project / Case / Dissertation
Total: 465 Sessions

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