With TY exams on the anvil and with the rush of finding that perfect PG course to pursue, we understand how hard-pressed for time students are. In our bid to help, we have shortlisted a few PG media courses with all the necessary details. Take a look and you can thank us later! 😀

Where: Jamia Millia’s A J Kidwai Mass Communication Research Centre (AJKMCRC)
What: M.A. in Mass Communication/M.A. in Convergent Journalism/M.A. in Development Communication/M.A. in Visual Effect and Animation/PG Diploma in Broadcast Technology/PG Diploma in Still Photography and PG Diploma in Acting
Last date of application: May 8, 2013

Where: Delhi School of Communication (DSC)
What: Post Graduate Programme in Communication (PGDPC)
Last date of application: For info, visit http://www.dsc.edu.in

Where: Times School of Journalism, New Delhi.
What: PGD (Journalism) – English and Hindi
Last date of application: April 30, 2013

Where: Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC)
What: PG Diploma Course in Journalism (English)
Last date of application: April 22, 2013

Where: Asian College of Journalism, Chennai
What: Postgraduate Diploma programme
Last date of application: April 30, 2013

Where: Manipal Institute of Communication
What: MA in Communication
Last date of application: March 21, 2013

Where: ISB&M School of Communication
What: Post Graduate Media and Communication – Advertising, Public Relations, Print and Broadcast Journalism, Film & TV Production
Last date of application: For info, email at http://isbmmedia.edu.in

If you information on the entrance and admission details of any other media course, do share the information in the comments section. We will gladly add it to our list.

Sources:
http://www.mediahive.co.in/admission.html

The decision to whether enter the employment workforce or pursue further studies is one which requires considerable deliberation and self-introspection.  While both worlds call for sacrifices on social and financial fronts, future progression and career market dynamism are important factors that need to be kept in mind when making a decision.

To work or to study, is the big question!?

To help break things down, let’s consider each scenario:

CHOOSING TO STUDY:

To choose to study is major commitment you make to your future

• Helps you build up your academic resume, which in turn enhances your chances of being employed at a better paying job with (perhaps) a better profile.  A postgraduate degree can help you attain a job on a higher pay scale though field of work and choice of job are decisive factors
• Pursuing further studies helps you gain specialization in a particular field and at times boost a weak undergraduate program. This undoubtedly improves your overall knowledge of the subject
• Post graduation degrees are an expensive proposition. Time is another parameter, which needs to be taken into consideration. Hence choosing the right university and optimally utilizing the resources at your disposal is vital

CHOOSING TO WORK:

To work calls for increased responsibility and accountability

• Choosing to work immediately after graduation is beneficial from a financial point of view. Making money is something people aspire to do and a great job opportunity is something that must be taken into consideration
• Working helps you make the transition from theoretical study to practical reality. This transition helps you gauge where your interests lie and can have a telling influence on future academic related decisions.
• Being employed has its benefits but it’s important not to rush into taking a decision. If you’re mentally set on future studies and are looking to buy sometime or make some money before further pursuing your education, then adjusting back to the academic world can be difficult. At the same time, not making money when you study later can impact you psychologically. Hence planning and preparation is vital.

HOW ABOUT WORK & STUDY:

• Evolution of the education system and expansion of various post graduation degree modules means that you also have the option of working and studying. Part time degrees and distance education can help you manage your workload so that you can experience the best of both worlds.

The economic markets these days are subject to change in various parts of the world. Hence it is important to assess this change while taking decisions that can shape your career. Researching your field of interest with respect to universities and jobs is a prerequisite. No matter what decision you take, staying focused, motivated and work hard.

Organization Name:  BMMBox.com

Organization Description: The one-stop shop for all stuff BMM!

Location: From home

Role Title: Creative Writer/Photographer

Role Description /Role Responsibilities:

Creative Writer – We are looking for someone to write fun, whacky, entertaining articles for our site. If you think you can make people smile/laugh with your words, puns then this is the position for you.

Photographer – If you take photographers and are pretty good at it, then we’d like to have you on board for a photo-essay series. If you capabilities lie in bringing out the essence of one topic through myriad photographs, then this is an opportunity you must take up.

Qualification Requirement: FY/SY/TYBMM

Experience Requirement: Nil

Compensation/Stipend: A certificate of appreciation shall be given. You will be given credit for your content we upload on the site.

Application Process: Email current and updated resume + 2 writing samples (on any topic) to connect@bmmbox.com

Selection Process: Sifting through resumes, followed by phone interview

Key Dates: Applications close on April 30, 2013

Hello to all the BMM and media enthusiasts (and to BMMites and faculty members who know someone who is looking for BMM-related info!)

Have you or your friends been considering joining a media course? Are you or other people you know looking at colleges in Mumbai that offer BMM but don’t know which one to go for? What does it take to do a media course? Are you cut out for it?

Do you wish to pursue Bachelor of Mass Media (BMM)? If yes, look no further!

Answers to these and more await you!

BMMBox.com has planned InfoBox 2013 – a Bachelor of Mass Media (BMM) Information Seminar for all those who are interested in securing admission in the various BMM colleges including St. Xavier’s, Jai Hind, KC, Wilson, UPG, Rizvi, Ruia, National, SIES, Thakur, and so on! This seminar is open to HSC, CBSE, ICSE, IGCSE, IB, or just about any other board that is equivalent to 12th grade!

What: InfoBox 2013 (BMM-Information Seminar)
When: Sunday, May 19, 2013

Where: KC College of Management Studies, KCCMS Building, Mahakavi Bhushan Marg, Above Ling’s Pavilion

Landmark: Cafe Mondegar Lane,Behind Regal Theatre, Colaba, Mumbai 400039

Time: 10AM – 4PM

Registration Fee: Rs. 1,000/- per participant* (Was Rs. 1,500/- for the first event and now Rs. 500/- off on every ticket!)

*A nominal registration/participation fee is being charged so that only genuine participants turn up at the event and to cover speaker, venue, and event organization costs. Parents/guardians can attend by taking an additional pass for themselves.
We prefer parents/guardians coming along so they also get to know more about the course and can guide their children further.

Seminar Agenda

Seminar Agenda

PART 1: Media Course 101
– Why taking up a media course makes sense
– Who should take up the course
– Skill sets required for the media industry

Part 2: BMM Colleges
– What makes a good media/BMM College
– Why getting admitted to a good media/BMM college is VERY important
– Points to consider when choosing a media college

Part 3: Entrance and Preparation
– Clearing the BMM-Entrance Exam confusion
– Which colleges are taking the entrance test
– How to prepare for those tests

Part 4: Media Industry Interaction
– Interact with both Ex-BMM students and top media professionals who are now working at advertising agencies, media and production houses, MNCs, public relations agencies, large publications, event managements companies, etc. They will give their perspectives on BMM and media industry

Part 5: Open Q&A
– Open Question and Answers session to ask all your doubts (if not covered during the sessions), and personal thoughts or apprehensions on taking the course.

If you wish to sign up for the event and still want to know the process of signing up and other questions, feel free to fill in this form below and our team will get in touch with you to help you out

Pictures from the InfoBox 2012 Seminar 1 held on April 17, 2012

InfoBox 2012

InfoBox 2012

InfoBox 2012

So, what are you waiting for? Come over to this first-of-its-kind information seminar and get all your doubts cleared. This will help you keep a clear focus on your goals about which college to join, how to crack the entrance test, what parameters to consider when choosing a BMM college, and much more.

If you have any questions about the seminar, feel free to email connect@bmmbox.com with subject line ‘InfoBox 2013′.

Organization Name: Avenue Graphics Pvt. Ltd.

Location: Andheri East, Mumbai

Role Title: Marketing / Client Servicing Executive

Role Description: Marketing / Client Servicing

Role Responsibilities: Visit the clients and understand the brief of their requirement, share the brief with internal Team Leader and with the Creative / Production Team, provide the estimates for the assignment to client, from there on see that the work has been initiated and executed as per the client’s requirement, once the job is done have the invoice submitted to the client after which do follow up for the payments.

Qualification Requirement:  Graduate / Degree holder

Skill Set Requirement: A go getter with good communication skills and willingness to learn

Experience Requirement: Not necessary, but a minimum experience of 6 months to 1 year will add to value

Compensation/Stipend: Depends on the skill & calibre of the candidate.

Application Process: Mail the CV first and then come over for the Job Interview in person (final response from us will be given within a week’s time of the interview)

Selection Process: Standard

Key Dates: Month of March

Notes, if any: To know more about the company, you can visit the website at:- www.avenueindia.com

Organization Name: White Rivers Digital

White Rivers Digital

Organization Description: White Rivers Digital is Digital and Social media consultancy and agency. We firmly believe that digital and social will not be a choice but necessity for any brand, yet they will need to work completely in tandem with off-line brand identity and goals. Even though being a recent entrant in the space we have managed to quickly carve a niche for ourselves along with a great bond with our clients. We are looking for dedicated people who share our beliefs for digital marketing, understand branding and most importantly – are ready to put a great deal of effort for perfection.

Location: Central Suburbs- Mumbai

Role Title: Social Media Manager

Role Description:

• Provide day-to-day supervision and execution of client’s campaigns including (and not limited to) social media channel and community management, content creation, digital public relations, promotions, partnerships, blogger and influencer outreach initiatives, online events, etc.
• Work closely with top management to ensure campaigns are on strategy, on time and on target.
• Ensure consistency of messages across multiple networks
• Serve as key day-to-day community and implementation manager for brands and troubleshoot issues as they arise
• Create weekly social media program status reports detailing key insights, popular content topics and monitoring results; work with analytics team and oversee preparation of metrics, tracking and activity reports as based on client reporting needs
• Offer key insights for improving programs to enhance results
• Understand basic research techniques and methodologies and use them to support development/execution of client campaigns
• Exhibit understanding of online market and digital capabilities

Qualification Requirement:

• Must have client servicing experience, preferably involving social platforms like Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.
• Passion for social media and community building online, including knowledge of social media platforms as well as tools of the trade
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Basic knowledge of latest technological trends
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills
• Ability to think, plan and execute resourcefully, across multiple tasks

Experience Requirement: 1 year of dedicated digital or social media experience at an interactive, advertising, communications/public relations or marketing agency.

Compensation/Stipend: As per industry standards+ incentives

Application Process: Mail us on jobs@whiteriversdigital.com or tweet to us@whiteriversdigi

Selection Process: Resume Screening, Telephonic Interview, Tete-a-Tete interview, Project (case basis), Final Selection

Notes, if any: If you think you have it in you and want to make a mark in the field of digital marketing – most welcome.

Organization Name: Sutra Services

Organization Description: Sutra Services is one of Asia’s leading HR firms catering to new-age companies, digital agencies, and tech startups. It comprises three business units: ‘SutraHR’ – Asia’s finest executive search firm (India, Singapore, Malaysia, Middle East), ‘SutraLite’ – India’s first low-cost, fixed fee recruitment service and ‘sumHR’ – Cloud-based HR software for startups & small businesse.

Location: Mumbai (Andheri West)

Role Title: Web Content Writer / Digital Copy Writer

Role Description: The Web Content Writer / Copy Writer would be expected to develop content for blogs and other digital media channels for Sutra Services.

Role Responsibilities:

1) Content development for our websites, blogs, and other customer facing platforms

2) Creating engaging content for our brands on various social/professional networks

3) Assisting in creation of marketing collateral (brochures, web content, reports, etc.)

4) Assisting in preparation of insightful case studies & infographics

Qualification Requirement: Undergraduates (Preferably BMM / BMS)

Skill Set Requirement:

1) Excellent communication / interpersonal skills – especially writing

2) Keen eye for details & ability to learn fast

3) Willingness to work under pressure to deliver within deadlines

4) Strong analytical skills

5) High level of pro-activeness

Experience Requirement: Freshers

Compensation/Stipend: Depending upon the type on employment (Max Rs 5000)

Application Process: Interested candidates should send their resumes and a cover letter to rustoo@sutrahr.com with the position name in the subject line.

Selection Process: Selected candidates will be called for test and a face-to-face interview at our HQ in Andheri (West), Mumbai.

Key Dates: The process will continue until we select 1-2 candidates.

Notes, if any: We require someone who can dedicate 25 hrs weekly. We are open to flexible timings and work from home options.

Wise Cells Learning Solutions LLP

Organization Name: Wise Cells Learning Solutions LLP

Organization Description: Wise Cells is a technology focussed organisation with a specialisation in development of games, simulations, assessments and content for educational institutions as well as for corporates.

Location: Mumbai

Role Title: Marketing Associate (Content Writer + Social Media Manager + Inbound Marketing Executive)

Role Description: The role will offer exposure to the candidate in the areas of inbound marketing, content writing and social media monitoring / marketing. The successful candidate would be expected to create content and monitor social media activity for Wise Cells and its Clients while catering to the requests being received for Wise Cells Products.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Creation of Marketing Collateral for Wise Cells Products
2. Blog Article creation for Wise Cells and its clients
3. Monitoring of Online Forums, Social Media and News for Wise Cells and its clients
4. Alerting Wise Cells Team on comments or articles which require attention
5. Responding to enquiries received for Wise Cells Products and Services

Qualification Requirement: Qualifications are not a constraint as long as the candidate can demonstrate the necessary skills that are required for the role.

Skill Set Requirement:

1. Good Command over written English
2. Knowledge of Search Engine Optimisation Techniques
3. Strong understanding of the features on LinkedIn, Facebook, Google Plus, etc.
4. Creative Aptitude with an understanding of User-Experience based designs

Experience Requirement: Relevant experience of writing for magazines, newspapers or blogs would be an advantage

Compensation/Stipend: Successful Candidates would be offered Rs. 5,000 as monthly stipend for a review period of 3 months. Candidates exhibiting strong performance would be offered permanent positions at Wise Cells and the compensation would be determined based on their performance during the review period.

Application Process: Interested Candidates would have to send their applications to info@wisecells.com . The application should contain the following:

• Applicant’s Resume’
• A brief covering letter indicating why they are interested in this role and how it would help them in achieving their long term career goals. Samples of their work should also be attached

Selection Process: Candidates would be selected from the list of applicants based by reviewing individual applications. The selected candidates would then be interviewed and given an assignment. The finalisation of the candidate would be based on the performance in the interview and the assignment.

Key Dates: Applications would be taken on an on-going basis till 2-3 successful candidates are selected for the role since the positions can be filled in by the successful candidates as soon as they would like to.