Georgian Institute of Public Affairs

Master in Multimedia Journalism and Media Management

Mandatory Courses

• Writing and Reporting (6 ECTS)
• Analytical and Critical Writing (4)
• Photojournalism (5)
• Media Law and Ethics (5)
• Media Economics (4)
• Mass Communication Theories (5)
• Advanced Reporting and Writing (5)
• Podcasting (6)
• Media Entrepreneurship (5)
• Social Media (4)
• Bootcamp - Multimedia Communication Techniques (3)
• Advanced Video Reporting (6)
• Multimedia Storytelling (6)
• Data Journalism (4)
• Research Methods in Mass Communication (5)

Mandatory Electives

Group 1 - Production Group - students must choose at least one course

• Documentary Filmmaking (5)
• Transmedia Production Lab (5)
• Investigative Journalism (5)

Group 2 - Media Management Group - students must choose at least one course

• Media Marketing (5)
• Media Start-up Monetization (5)
• Media Organization Management (5)

Free Electives

12 Credits (students can choose any elective offered by the program and the university)

• Media, Nationalism and Democratization (4)
• European Media Law (4)
• Media Programming Strategies (4)
• Fundraising (4)
• Conflict and War Reporting (4)
• Business Reporting (4)
• Environmental Reporting (4)
• Elections Coverage (4)
• Electives in other programs / English Language Electives (4)

Final Diploma Project

• Master Diploma Project (25)

The goal of the master’s program is for a student to acquire and form:

• In-depth and systematic knowledge of the principles, standards, latest trends and approaches of multimedia journalism, entrepreneurial journalism and media management;
• The ability to use the latest tools necessary to create a media product;
• The ability to effectively apply theoretical and practical knowledge gained in multimedia journalism, media management and media research in professional activities;
• The ability to solve problems and make decisions based on critical thinking and analysis;
• Professional English and communication skills necessary for professional success;
• Transferable skills necessary for the synthesis of acquired knowledge and professional growth; and
• A strong value system based on professional ethical standards and the ability to set priorities.

Upon completing the Master’s Program in Multimedia Journalism and Media Management, you will be able to continue your career in various sectors of digital communications, including multimedia journalism, media entrepreneurship and management, documentary filmmaking, podcasting, and other directions:

• Create multimedia products (photo, video, audio, text) for various target audiences
• Establish and manage your own digital media platform
• Work in a media organization as a journalist, manager, or social media manager
• Become a specialist in social media and digital marketing
• Become a documentary film director or producer
• Become an investigative journalist
• Become a media researcher

• Lectures
• Team works
• Practical work
• Seminars
• Teaching with electronic resources
• E-learning
• Simulation
• Others

Assessment

Mid-term and summative evaluations (evaluation forms) include evaluation component/s, which determine ways to assess students’ knowledge and/or ability and/or competence (written/oral exams, written/oral quizzes, homeworks, practical/theoretical works, etc.). The assessment component unites homogeneous assessment methods (tests, essays, presentations, discussions, performances of theoretical/practical assignments, team works, participation in discussions, NewsRoom simulations, etc.). Assessment method/methods are measured by assessment criteria, by which achievement of learning outcomes is being measured.