Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism (Odia)

Duration : One Year
Course Director : Prof. (Dr.) Mrinal Chatterjee
Total Seats : 30

Course Syllabus pdf

The Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism (Odia) was introduced in 2001 in Dhenkanal to cater to the growing needs of Odia language media. It was for the first time that a language journalism course, besides Hindi, was launched by the IIMC. The regional media industry has extended full cooperation in running the course since its inception. Editors and senior media professionals often visit IIMC, Dhenkanal and interact with the students to enhance their understanding and provide exposure to the practical intricacies of the profession.

Objectives Of The Course

To provide a wider perspective on communication in India.
To emphasize the role of journalists in promoting involvement and participation through effective communication.
To familiarize and equip them with a range of communication skills.
To develop proper communication strategies in priority areas for the country.
To define opportunities for journalists/ communicators in view of emerging technologies.
To give exposure to new/evolving techniques of reporting/editing/production/ distribution.
To spell out the role of government media organisations and of private initiatives.