What are the competencies that the M.A. in Journalism program aims to develop among its graduates?
The MA in Journalism program aims to develop graduates who are able to
apply and evaluate communication models and theories in journalism practice and study;
conduct journalism studies and propose policy options and action agenda;
plan and develop journalism programs for different news formats and platforms;
manage news organizations, programs, and projects;
advocate for journalism in development issues (e.g., inequity, injustice, poverty, corruption) and development areas (e.g., health, environment, education, literacy, science and technology);
design, manage, and evaluate journalism education and training programs;
provide leadership in journalism education and training; and
apply ethical standards in the practice of the journalism profession