Master in Communication Studies (MCS)

Master in Communication Studies is a postgraduate Mass Communication course. Communication Studies with its focus on advocacy prepares students for communication-intensive roles in such fields as public affairs, employee development, community relations, and grass-roots movements as well as in organizations dealing with political and health concerns.  Specializations are offered in applied communication, interpersonal communication, media studies, organizational communication, political and public communication. Students learn to use communication theory and practice to reclaim and provide space for the voice of the other. The duration of the course is two years and it is job providing in nature that offers many jobs after its completion.

Master in Communication Studies Eligibility         

• Graduation or any other equivalent qualification with minimum 50% marks
• Some of the very reputed universities and institutes conduct entrance examination for admission.

Master in Communication Studies Syllabus

Syllabus of Communication Studies as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

Master in Communication Studies Colleges

• Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara
• New Arts, Commerce and Science College, Ahmednagar

Master in Communication Studies Course Suitability

Candidates willing for this course should have a flexible, creative, independent approach to tasks, the ability to work to a brief and meet deadlines. Other necessary things they should also possess are critical analysis, research, broad commercial and cultural awareness of the media and creative industries. Candidates also have the ability to communicate information clearly and effectively which are beneficial for the organisation. Applicants should also possess skills like persuading successfully; using language effectively; writing effectively; mediating and resolving conflicts; listening and problem solving.

How is Master in Communication Studies Beneficial?

This program offers undergraduates the opportunity to do research with a faculty member or graduate student on actual research projects. Students are encouraged to develop their course plans to foster their evolving career needs. The curriculum prepares students interested in establishing or furthering their careers as professionals in communication or related fields such as personnel, business administration, or human services or for continuing study in a Ph.D. program. It provides students with an opportunity to explore critically the ways in which selected areas of ‘real world’ communications operate in global, national and local contexts.

Master in Communication Studies Employment Areas

• Academic Institutes
• Media Studies
• Communication & Advertising Companies
• Newspapers
• Radio & TV

Master in Communication Studies Job Types

• Assistant Professor
• Communication Expert
• Social Studies Teacher
• Data Analytics Researcher
• Consultant
• Research Associate
• Communication Advisor
• Teacher & Lecturer