Manish Asthana's Review On TakeOne School Of Mass Communication, New Delhi

Take One School of Mass Communication is a leading institute for mass communication providing avenues for students at both graduate and postgraduate levels besides diplomas in various streams related to the media industry. The institute boasts of excellent and knowledgeable faculty and highly supportive management who frequently and regularly arrange interactions with leading media personalities. The faculty lays greater emphasis on practical and application-based teaching instead of rote learning. The eminent media persons share invaluable insights into the media industry, thereby providing the students with requisite skills for employment in the media industry. The institute also offers placements in leading media houses of the country as well as channels in addition to internships and project work with major print, radio, and TV channels.

The teaching methodology revolves around practical and application-based teaching so as to facilitate an easier understanding. The faculty-student ratio is low, ensuring greater personal attention to all students. Periodic assignments and tests ensure that student progress is judged through quantitative assessment.

The institute provides internship opportunities with media houses during and after the course to provide students with adequate exposure to the nitty gritty of the media industry. In addition, project work and routine visits to live media studios further provides insights to students first-hand and hones their skills.

The institute offers placements in leading media houses and channels for students after completion of certificate courses. In addition, the institute also supports students pursuing certification in acting, direction, and other media streams in securing employment in their respective fields. Further, internships and on-the-job training during project work also train students and provides them with the necessary skills for employment in the media industry.

The fees charged are reasonable Rs 80,000/- per year for the 2-year MJMC course, amounting to Rs 1,60,000/- for the entire course. Some form of scholarship is available for undergraduate students based on their Class XII performance.

The institute has a well-stocked library and a well-equipped computer lab for use by students. The classrooms are large, well ventilated, and well equipped with teaching aids to assist the teachers as well as students in the teaching-learning process.

Personal Interview

Admission was based on a combination of past academic performance and personal interviews. The interview was conducted prior to the final admission by the head of Admissions for taking One School of Mass Communication on various personal, professional, and generic topics.