Professional Development Certificate in Communication and Journalism
The Professional Development Certificate in Communication and Journalism, presented by Qualifications for Professionals at Accra Business School, is an 8-week specialized course aimed at cultivating essential communication and journalism skills. This program delves deep into the core aspects of journalism and communication, encompassing news writing, reporting, interviewing, and the effective use of digital media tools. It is designed to meet the demands of the contemporary media landscape.
- To provide practical training in communication and journalism, fostering a comprehensive understanding of the industry.
- Develop fundamental skills in news writing, reporting, and interviewing.
- Strengthen research and analytical abilities for news story development.
- Train students in writing for diverse media platforms.
- Enhance proficiency in digital media tools for content creation and distribution.
By the end of the program, students will be able to:
- Grasp the basics of communication and journalism, including aspects of media law.
- Research, analyze, and craft compelling news stories.
- Write and edit effectively for both print and digital media.
- Utilize digital tools for efficient news production and dissemination.
Course Outline
- Introduction to the communication and journalism field, its history, ethical principles, and the societal role of communication professionals.
- Techniques in effective news writing and field reporting. Fundamentals of constructing news stories.
- Methods for conducting insightful interviews and gathering information.
- Exploration of legal aspects in communication and journalism, including issues of freedom of speech, defamation, and privacy rights.
- Training in the use of current technologies for news collection, production, and distribution.
- Approaches to researching and analyzing news stories, including an introduction to data journalism.
- Developing skills in editing, production, layout, and design for different media formats.
- Practical application of communication and journalistic skills in a capstone project, followed by presentations and reviews.
APPLICATION FEES: 100 GHS
TUITION FEES: 2500 GHS
START DATE: 9th March 2024