Masters in journalism and mass communication course opens wide opportunities for graduates in literature with a flair for writing. Currently, we are witnessing a burgeoning scenario in communication thanks to the convergence and integration of mass media technologies.

Several educational institutions in India offer Master's degree programs or a postgraduate diploma program in journalism or mass communication. The course however provides comprehensive education on variety of disciplines such as print and electronic media, communication development, communication research, advertising and PR (public relations).

At the postgraduate level in journalism and mass communication, some of the subjects of study include - MA in Journalism and Mass Communication, Master of Communication and Journalism, and Master of Communication Studies. The course helps students make career in the print or electronic media industry.

With more scholars persuaded towards pursuing media courses, many Indian universities have changed journalism into mass communication or communication journalism courses. To get admission in Master in Journalism and Mass Communication Course, an applicant has to have a graduate degree in any discipline with 50% marks in aggregate.
A Ph.D. holder or a person who has cleared the National Eligibility Test for Lectureship (NET) can apply for teaching jobs in colleges or universities and can earn a good income per month.

Students can pursue journalism course right after senior secondary examination [10+2]. Besides, you also have the choice of undertaking a professional degree course in journalism right after the completion of your undergraduate course in any subject.

Candidate with MA in Journalism and Mass Communication can look for jobs in the print or electronic media, PR (Public Relation) event management, production companies and so forth.

New media or the internet is the other vast sector that can give quite a number of well-paid and rewarding job opportunities to people who aspire to work in a journalism sector.

Part time and home based jobs also have emerged as the lucrative job opportunity for professionals who want to work and study simultaneously to get extra penny for their expenditure.  Newly passed graduates, housewives, retired teachers with a good flair of writing can opt for freelancing assignments .

Typically, the starting salary of a fresher in this industry ranges from Rs. 3500-Rs. 5000 as a trainee whereas a reporter can earn from Rs. 6500 – Rs.10,500 and above depending upon the experience he/she has gained in this field.  Editors on the contrary, is paid Rs. 7500 - Rs. 12,000 along with the traveling and the housing costs added in their package.

So, if you are planning to pursue a journalism course from Delhi, seek admission in the a reputed college and earn a degree from an eminent university will add more value to your resume that would result in better employability.