9.9 School of Convergence considered as a leading journalism institute of India

Author: esquardarticles | Posted: 22.05.2012

Gone are the days when journalism was considered as a low-paying profession. With the rapid expansion of media in the last two decades, journalism has become a very lucrative career option. In an attempt to cater to this ever-growing demand for media professionals, the prestigious 9.9 School of Convergence is offering industry-specific, professional courses in mass communication. The 9.9 School of Convergence is a world-class journalism institute that brings the best practices and teaching from around the world to India. The purpose of the institute is to train students in latest media practices and make them well-versed in latest communication technologies so that they can meet the increased demand for competent media professionals.

The main USPs of 9.9 School of Convergence is that its programmes are a blend of both classes and internship in top-notch media outlets. The faculty and trainers come from biggest media brands such as BBC, New York Times, NDTV, CNBC TV-18, etc. The 9.9 School of Convergence gives personalized attention to help students fashion their own careers- from political journalism to anchoring entertainment shows.

The curriculum offered at 9.9 School of Convergence is designed to help you become a leader in media industry. With no compulsory specialization, students gain exposure to the full range of skills needed in print, broadcast, and online. What is interesting that institute advocates practice-based curriculum, where students put down their books and get to work on writing, creating and producing in the classroom!

The 9.9 School of Convergence offers a wide array of full time and short-time programmes. Its two full-time programmers are- PG Diploma in Applied Journalism and Media Communication, and PG Diploma in Digital Media Communication. It offers a wide range of interesting short-term programmes in Creative and Visual Communication, Global Communication, Digital Videography, Media Training and Digital & Social Media.

Students of 9.9 School of Convergence get absorbed by reputed media houses. Students have been picked up by a diverse group of media outlets, including Headlines Today, ANI, gaddi.com, TIMESNOW, Democratic World, Inc India, Fashion and You, Sunday Guardian, Network 18, NewsX, Blue Mango and 9.9 Media. Gunjan Aggarwal, Associate Dean of Career Services at 9.9 School of Convergence, suggests that the individualized attention that each student receives throughout the year is what marks the 9.9 School of Convergence advantage in the placement process. “We try taking into account student interests and strengths while advising students as to their best options for their overall career goals. While some students start out thinking they want to work in one medium, over time many of them change their direction. By giving them a wide assortment of classes, mentoring them throughout the year, and providing them with an integrated internship, they can explore their options thoroughly and show their mettle to recruiters.”

It is because of the state-of-the-art infrastructure, world-class faculty, excellent internships and placements, and success ratio of its students that of 9.9 School of Convergence is considered as one of the top journalism institutes of India.



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