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Why Specialize in Media and Entertainment in MBA?

October 03, 2018

Why Specialize in Media and Entertainment in MBA?
The entertainment industry is massive. We have a variety of TV shows, magazines, newspapers, radio stations, etc. that have millions of viewers, readers, or listeners not only across India but also across the globe. In fact, a number of entertainment portals have sprouted on the web space too in the form of blogs, websites and social media channels. So, there are plenty of amazing opportunities in the online media as well.

The following are some of the biggest reasons to specialize in media and entertainment in your MBA program:

High Salary
Although the media industry often gets a bad rap, it’s in fact a good one with a variety of opportunities for any professional including MBA degree holders. Depending on your job, you can get a salary anywhere between ₹2 lakhs to ₹10 lakhs per annum:

  • Media Strategist- ₹2,00,000/ to ₹3,00,000/-
  • Marketing Analyst- ₹4,00,000/-
  • Media Manager- ₹4,50,000/-
  • Digital Media Producer- ₹4,50,000/-
  • Digital Media Assistant- ₹3,00,000/-
  • Corporate Communications Head- ₹8,00,000/-
  • Channel Head- ₹10,00,000/-
Exciting Job 
There is never a dull day in a television studio or an ad studio. You often run into celebrities and other famous personalities in politics, business, fashion, etc. and there are new and exciting projects to work on. Though you have to face new challenges on a regular basis too, that’s actually a part of the fun. 

Networking Opportunities
Networking can help in every industry and it’s no different with the media and entertainment industry as well. As you make connections with some of the most influential people in the industry, you can look forward to better job opportunities and promotions to better roles that are more satisfying emotionally as well as financially.

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