Chandigarh, June 24, 2025: Mehr Chand Mahajan DAV College for Women, Chandigarh, continues to set benchmarks in media education, with its Department of Mass Communication earning national recognition. According to the surveys by India Today, The Week, Outlook, and Open Magazine, the college ranks consistently among the top Mass Communication institutions in the country. Additionally, in recognition of its creative and socially responsible awareness videos, the Department has received accolades from the Chandigarh Administration for videos on Single Use Plastic and Swachhta.
The Department of Mass Communication has a proven legacy of excellence, nurturing students who have gone on to make significant contributions across the media spectrum- both in the public and private sectors.
The Department’s emphasis on holistic development is reflected in its comprehensive pedagogy that blends theoretical instruction with practical exposure. A Recording Studio enables students to produce bulletins, podcasts, and other media content. Hands-on training in photography, videography, news and creative writing forms the core of classroom activities, while field visits, workshops, and interactions with industry experts add valuable real-world insights.
The Mass Communication programme opens up diverse career avenues in fields such as Indian Information Services, print media, television, radio, cinema, advertising, public relations, social media marketing, content creation, photography, and academia. Graduates can pursue roles as journalists, editors, scriptwriters, event managers, media consultants, content strategists, brand communicators, researchers, and more. The Department offers a Postgraduate Diploma in Mass Communication and a diverse range of undergraduate-level courses in Creative Writing, Event Management, Digital and Social Media, Communication and Legacy Media, Mobile Journalism, and Global Politics and Media. The programme is designed to equip students with both theoretical foundations and hands-on skills essential for the dynamic and competitive world of media.
Officiating Principal Ms. Neena Sharma stated, “At MCM, we take pride in shaping industry-ready media professionals. Our continued recognition is a testament to the dedication of our faculty and the outstanding performance of our students and alumni.”