Indira School of CommunicationProspectus

Contents

8th Convocation Ceremony

Chairperson’s Message

Group Director’s Message

Director’s Message

Board of Advisors

About ISC

Infrastructure

Programmes Offered

1. MAJM & PGP (Dual Degree)

1(A) Master of Arts in Journalism & Mass

Communication (MAJM)

1(B) Post Graduate Programme (PGP) in

Mass Communication / Journalism /

Communication Studies

2. Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Mass

Communication(BAJM)

3. Diploma in Acting (DIA) Hostel & Mess

Guest Session

Placements

Placement Testimonials

Student Testimonials

Some of our Faculty

Accolades Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam Enthralls students

with his genius

8th Convocation Ceremony

Chief Guest : Mr.Josy PaulSpecial Attraction : Staging of the play “Jaisa Tum Chaho” by ISC Acting studentsISC hosted its Eighth Convocation ceremony for the Post Graduate Programme in Mass Communication batch 2011‐2013.The Chief Guest of the function was Mr. Josy Paul, Chairman and Chief Creative Officer‐BBDO India.

Present on the function were Dr. Tarita Shankar, Prof. Chetan Wakalkar and Ms. Renu Garg. The Chief Guest guided the passing out graduates to be prepared for the future ahead and to be ready to face the challenges. It indeed reflected the clarity and experience of Mr. Josy Paul of the dynamic Industry and its changing scenario.

The convocation ceremony was followed by the play “Jaisa Tum Chaho” where the crew consisted of the ISC & Acting students which was thoroughly enjoyed and applauded by the audience. It thrilled the entire environment of the ceremony and was a great stress buster.

Best awards at the function: Best All Rounder of the year‐ Asmita Mishra Best student AD‐PR‐ Divya Chugani Best student Journalism‐ Priti Biswas Best student RTF‐ Moushmee Shrotriya Best student Editor‐ Frances Chacko Best Dissertation‐ Irine Mariam Best Diploma Film‐ Akshita Jain

Chairperson’s Message

Dear Student,

Over the past decade, our country’s industries have been challenged by competition from both within as well as outside. Our communication industry has been an exception whether it is television or print. On the other hand, our creative advertising professionals and journalists have been acclaimed far and wide.

Ranked among the top 30 business schools in infrastructure and industry interface, Indira is poised to greater growth now. We started in 1994 with a batch of MBA students and have grown to a bouquest of 11 institutes At the core of Indira’s philosophy lies the conviction that we must be multi‐skilled and multi‐task oriented. We need to translate our dynamism into the knowledge that students acquire with us. Our motto is to keep ourselves abreast of industry trends, and provide quality answers to the demands of the industry environment.

We at Indira provide quality answers to the demands of industry environments and strive to facilitate the learning environment to create multi skilled and better professionals. We pride ourselves on high quality infrastructure to meet the ever growing demands of technology and on our uncompromising stand on meeting student requirements.

ISC’s swanky campus is fully wired on fibre optic broadband technology with a built up space of 30,000 sq ft. This along with the modern studio equipment and facility make ISC one of the best equipped communication Institutes. I have no doubts that we will soon transform ISC into one of the most coveted institutes in Asia.

Thank you for considering Indira School of Communication.

Dr. Tarita ShankarChairperson, Indira Group of InstitutesFounder and Managing Trustee, Shree Chanakya Education Society

Group Director’s Message

Dear Student,

Over the past few years, media industry has expanded very fast with many news and entertainment channels being launched, more and more advertising revenue floating in, PR agencies growing at a fast rate. Media practitioners are increasingly in demand one cannot imagine a world without communication. Effective communication is the key to the success for individuals, corporate and organizations.

In order to face these new challenges, we require new and dynamic strategies structures, processes, innovation, teamwork and leadership.

At the Indira Group of Institutes, we keep ourselves abreast with technology and industry trends and provide industry –ready professionals. Indira School of Communication has set itself the challenging task of grooming the media professionals of our future. ISC’s open environment encourages the trainees to learn by putting in there best and applying most of the concepts that they are taught. With equal emphasis given on classroom training as well as practical sessions, each trainee has hands‐ on experience in his/her area of specialization which makes them multi skilled and confident, thereby helping them in making a career that they aspire to take.

I look forward to welcoming you at ISC

Prof. Chetan Wakalkar Group Director – Indira group of Institutes

Director’s Message

Our country’s press has always held the most important position as its guide and mentor through the evolution of the biggest democracy . However, the past twenty year have seen the word ‘press’ being replaced by ‘media’ that plays multifarious roles. The Indira media industry has indeed come of age with a strong presence across all segments.

In such a happening industry, a plethora of jobs are created every year and we are proud to say that we, at the Indira School of Communication, have taken up the noble job of training media professionals across all branches of media. Our alumni have percolated across advertising , print, broadcast journalism, public relations, events, film and TV production.

ISC believes in crafting out perfect personalities and not only imparting professional skills. Our trainees are armed with good human and communications skills even as they get prepared for various jobs in the media industry. Life at ISC is full of fun and learning with myriad projects, outdoor assignments, cultural and academic events and field trips.

Welcome to ISC. Unravel your own world. Discover your talents.

Ms. Renu GargDirector‐ISC

Board of Advisors

Dr. Tarita ShankarChairperson, Indira Group of Institutes, Pune

Prof. Chetan WakalkarGroup Director, Indira Group of Institutes, Pune

Mr. Alan D’SouzaExecutive Director, Mudra Communications, Ahmedabad

Mr. Avichal DhivarSocial Activist

CVS SharmaSr. Vice President and Director, Arc Worldwide,Mumbai

Dr. Shrikant ParanjpeProfessor and HOD of Defense and strategic Studies, University of Pune

Prof. Samar NakhateFormer Dean – Film & Television Institute of Indira, Academic and Creative Consultant or Film, TV and Theater

Mr. Virendra Chitrav President‐Federation of Film Society of Indira (Maharashtra Chapter)& Festival Director‐ Asian Film Festival, Pulotsav, Art Festival

Mr. Jehan SataravalaCEO – Jaws Events

About ISC

ISC, established in 2004, is a part of Shree Chanakya Education Society’s Indira Group of Institutes. (Established 1994)

VISIONISC is the instrument to create a vision, a platform of excellence that will help constantly progress the standards in the professions of news, radio/television software, advertising, public relations, media, event management & film.

MISSIONISC promotes innovative and independent thinking among trainees through a forward–looking academic system that provides theoretical, research and practical input.

GOALSISC aims at all‐round growth of its trainees through various academic and managerial concepts. Continuous evaluation, de‐emphasized examinations, social development projects, fitness activities (gym, yoga, aerobics), and plenty of practical and “real‐world” exposure.

FACULTYOur teachers are coveted professionals and academicians. All the faculty members have ongoing industry exposure, helping them to relate back and forth between industry and academia and also obtain relevant projects and assignments for trainees.

INFRASTRUCTUREISC boasts of its state of the art infrastructure enabling students to hone their creative abilities. It strives to keep abreast of the latest technology of the media world.

InfrastructureAudio‐visual Studio. One of the largest in Pune, Our 900 sq. ft. professional studio boasts of the latest equipment : Sony’s PD series camera units, Sony PMW EX1R, Nikon

D60 digital cameras, Canon 550D, 600D, 7D cameras, Final Cut Pro, Pro 6 Liquid Edition & Adobe Premiere edit suites.

Digital Video Editing setups equipped with AVID MEDIA COMPOSER, FINAL CUT PRO, ADOBE PREMIERE & LIQUID.

Panasonic Vision Mixer & Audio Mixer for Online Video Production.

Multi camera setup in the studio for shooting. Digital audio recording system for professional audio

recording. News production TELEPROMPTER for news broadcast

production.

ResourcesISC trainees can now log into more than 50,000 e‐books, journals & periodicals. Our fast‐growing interdisciplinary library also houses an excellent collection of reference & recommended books, journals as well as a vast collection of videocassettes, video CDs & DVDs. Our reading rooms offer the space & ambience to trainee to study individually or in groups.

Computer lab/ Students using laptops at the premise:Wired! Our growing population & campus size notwithstanding, Indira is now a fully wired campus, using server‐based technology, the latest Pentium computers & on optic fibre. ISC trainees use a dedicated lab with 40 machines loaded with latest version of specialized software & can also use any of the 500‐odd terminals in six other labs on campus.

Residing on campus: ISC Offer residential accommodation in furnished hostels on‐ and off‐campus. Equipped with a mess serving wholesome, hygienic food, washer/dryers, & separate buildings for men & women, our hostels have wi‐fi system. Seats availability is limited on first cum first basis.

Other facilities:The campus has four indoor auditoriums, an open‐air amphitheatre, a conference centre, swimming pool, gymnasium & a poolside conference hall. You may also play basketball, table tennis, pool & cricket.

Apart from all that counting… Many of our trainees vouch that the best part of ISC is the atmosphere an unusual mix of hectic activity & entertainment, of a no‐nonsense commitment from faculty & staff that infectiously rubs onto trainees, of stringent but open‐door policy, of a systematic but personalized approach: a true blend of learning through hard work & fun. Besides, there are plenty of opportunities to display your cultural & sporting talents.

1(A) Masters in Journalism & Mass Communication (MAJM)

1. MAJM & PGP

Programmes Offered

The programme is geared towards realising the following objectives : To provide intensive theoretical and practical knowledge

in various media professions ranging from the management of media organisation to research.

To provide an integrated perspective of media functioning along with a fair amount of exposure to technical know‐how.

To hone the student’s analytical skills.Completion of this programme would open vistas for fulfilling careers in various media like television production, corporate advertising, photography and related fields. The students will be awarded the degree from SMU after successfully passing all the papers of the programme. SMU is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and approved by the Government of India.

Eligibility Criteria : Any bachelor’s degree, or a three‐year diploma in any

discipline with a minimum of 45% aggregate. Undergraduate students who have appeared for their

final year examinations may also apply. Their admission is conditional upon production of degree, mark sheets and certificates when available and completion of above eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY?BY POST Candidates are required to apply personally or by post.

You can obtain the prospectus by cash at counter or by sending us a Demand Draft of Rs 2000/‐ in favour of `Indira School of Communication’ payable at Pune. Write your name, full address, e‐mail address and telephone number on the back of the Demand Draft.

Send your DD along with all required documents to support your application by Courier / Speed Post.

Upon receipt of DD for Rs 2000/‐, we will mail our prospectus to you. Fill out the form completely and send it to us by post / courier. This application is also your registration for ISCAT (ISC Admission Test).

ORONLINE REGISTRATION Visit www.indiraisc.edu.in, Cl ick on `Online

Application‐ISC’. Fill out the form completely and click submit.(Please remember that while applying, you will be required to give details of the DD of Rs. 2000/‐).

Print the completed application and send it to us with the DD and all required documents to support your application by Courier / Speed Post. This application is also your registration for ISCAT. On receipt of your application we will send you a copy of the prospectus.

SELECTION PROCESSAdmission decisions are made on the basis of a mix of quantitative and qualitative evaluations, ensuring fairness and an opportunity for candidates to compensate at various levels. The Admission Committee’s decision will be final.The decision will be based on the following:I. Academic Qualifications and marks in Graduation.II. ISC Admission Test (ISCAT) :a) Applied English proficiencyb) General Awarenessc) Subjective test measuring analytical and creative

writing skills.III. Personal Interview with Admissions Committee.IV. If you are not a resident of India, GRE (General) scores

will be accepted for evaluation at the preliminary level. Indian residents who took the GRE must take ISCAT in addition.

V. International students must submit copies of passport (relevant pages) along with supporting documents.

1(B) Postgraduate Programme (PGP) In Mass Communication / Journalism / Communication Studies

The approach at ISC is to guide the trainee into this relatively new field through a “funnel approach”, beginning with a broad understanding and moving progressively toward more independent and intensive learning in a specialized path. At the end of the tenure, each trainee demonstrates an extensive comprehension of communication, and in‐depth training in the specialization of choice. The PGP is divided into Level A (10 months) & Level B (10 months)

Level A (10 months)Candidates can opt only Level A and on successful completion of the same, can apply for Level B. It is advisable to enroll for Level B for advanced knowledge about the specialization. Level A of the course comprises of 13 modules intending to lay a foundation for a preliminary understanding of the processes and patterns of communication, Trainees begin with training in teamwork, strategy, communication skills, and functional cohesion. Classroom input covers a board spectrum of subjects in Journalism (Print & Broadcast), Mass Communication dealing in (Radio, Television & Film Studies) and Communication Studies (Advertising, Public Relations and Media Management). Practicum is in still photography, news mapping and monitoring, specialized software, event management and some video production. Several projects also form a part of the curriculum. All modules are mandatory.

Towards the end of Level A, you would be equipped to choose your specialization, and defend it to the Academic Committee through a presentation done with some intensive industry research.

On completion of Level A, the candidates are eligible to move on to Level B.After choosing a specialization, a trainee takes two kinds of input: a) a set of specialization modules, common to one of the three broad specializations. Practical input is mainly in the form of specialized software and audiovisual tools, plus independent projects or assignments in specialized modules.

Level B (10 months)During Level B of the course, a trainee a) learns to interact in a professional environment, b) learns from and contributes to the organization, c) makes useful contacts with industry professionals. The trainee for both mandatory modules and specialization modules get a deeper understanding of the same. The trainees are required to take up independent project‐based work by choosing a topic, doing the necessary research and finally making a presentation in defense of the Dissertation that they have done.

Level B is followed by a 60 days internship to deserving students in an organization, leading to final placements. The deserving students of Level B get an additional advantage of getting an opportunity to intern with a media organization and get assistance from the Institute for internship and final placements.

A. Communication Studies(Advertisting, Public Relations and Media Management)Career options: Media sales and marketing, advertising account management, account planning, media and consumer

research copywriting public relations, event management or publishing.

B. Mass Communication (Radio‐TV‐Films) Career options: Production of television shows either in fiction or non‐fiction formats, producing ad films for ad agencies,

corporate videos, Producing for radio, films, still photography.

C. Journalism (Print and Broadcast)Career options: Reporting for newspaper, television, Web or news agency; news writing; news production; producing socially relevant videos (documentaries);

photojournalism; publishing.

Specializations offered

The Learning Approach

Interactive ClassroomsWhile classroom sessions are the basic format of learning, application of concepts in various ways remains the key to being a successful trainee at ISC. Specialization classes are held in a group discussion format, with the faculty member as the facilitator, in our specially designed graduate‐seminar halls.

PracticumThe first step toward accomplishing our objectives is prolific practical training & exercises, in our computer labs (for various software skills), studio & media lab (for video production & postproduction skills), still photo lab & outdoors. Milestone films from around the world are screened several times a week and analyzed. Apart from the hundreds of classics which ISC owns in the digital format, the National Film Archive of India (NFAI) & ISC are in an arrangement for regularly screening a variety of films.

SpecializationsChoosing a specialization can be an overwhelming and uncertain process. ISC strives to streamline this process for the trainee through a scientific method. Trainees familiarize themselves in the first 2 semesters with the various options. At the end of the second semester, they visit organizations in several of the communication industries. They then make a `defense’ proposal on the specialization of their choice to industry experts and faculty members. Advisors opinion supplemented by the evaluation of this proposal and presentation thereof, help in the choice of best specialization.

AdvisementA careful process of academic and career selection that each trainee undertakes through his/her tenure at ISC. Advisors (senior faculty members) meet advisees (trainees) in informal environment, where they understand and address academic, career and psychological needs. Advisement sessions are crucial to a trainee’s decision on a specialization.

Internship ISC trainees go through a mandatory internship. The winter internship spans two months, ensuring adequate learning and experience in companies with an active effort to obtain a final placement in that organization.

ProjectsA key aspect in the learning at ISC in the very first year is independent handling of industry projects, outdoor activity, field visits and a mandatory Corporate Social Responsibility project.

PublicationsOur journalism trainees write, edit, design and publish I‐View an e‐newsletter that focuses on human‐interest stories in our community. ISC trainees also contribute to Tapasya, the group journal, by interviewing, writing, assisting in editing, editorial and pre‐press coordination.

Industry Interface

Projects are seen at ISC as another critical differentiator for trainees to pick up and display professional savvy skills. Trainees initiate and work on projects through their tenure at ISC. Our projects are a judicious mix of fun events and serious, academic ventures.

Indira Film Club “INDIRA FILM CLUB” was inaugurated by Mr. Dan Wolman – A film director from Israel, with his film ̀ Ben’s Biography’ on 17th October, 2008 in the Indira Universe Campus. The purpose of starting this club is to make previewing of good films as an ongoing activity and doesn’t remain restricted to Film Festival alone. ISC is the only educational institute in Pune where the film club has been started in association with Federation of Film Society of India.

Shades Theatre Group ISC has its own theatre group “Shades”, the purpose of this theatre group is to help students understand live art, aesthetics and live communication through this medium.

2. Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Mass Communication (BAJM)

Admission Procedure for applying :Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication (BAJM) authorized learning centre of Sikkim Manipal University.Duration : 3 years Eligibility: (10+2 or equivalent) Candidates are required to apply in person or by post. You

can obtain the prospectus by cash at counter or by sending us a Demand Draft (banker’s cheque if within Pune) of Rs 2000/‐ in favour of `Indira School of Communication’ payable at Pune. Write your name, full address, e‐mail address and telephone number on the back of the Demand Draft.

Send your DD along with all required documents to support your application by courier / speed post.

Upon receipt of DD for Rs 2000/‐, we will mail our prospectus to you. Fill out the form completely and send it to us by post / courier. This application is also your registration for ISCAT (ISC Admission Test).

ORONLINE REGISTRATIONClick on ̀ Online Application‐ISC’. Fill out the form completely and click `submit’. (Please remember that while applying, you will be required to give details of the DD of Rs 2000/‐). Print the completed application form and send it to us with the DD and all required documents to support your application by Courier / Speed Post. This application is also your registration for ISCAT. On receipt of your application we will send you a copy of the prospectus.

SELECTION PROCESSISC’s Admission Test and Personal Interview with the Admission Committee.

Charges Annual Fees (Rs) Year I

Tuition 30,647

SMU Fees 24,020

Laboratory and Studio Fees 5,000

Career Development and Special programmes 10,000

Refundable Lab and Library deposit 1,000

Other Non‐Refundable charges 6,333

Total Rs 77,000

FEE STRUCTURE

3. Diploma in Acting (DIA)

Duration : 6 months Eligibility Criteria : (10 + 2 or equivalent) A candidate who has completed 10 + 2 exam or equivalent is eligible to the DIA Course.

HOW TO APPLY?BY POST Candidates are required to apply in person or by post. You can obtain the prospectus by cash at counter or by sending us a

Demand Draft of Rs 2000/‐ in favour of ̀ Indira School of Communication’ payable at Pune. Write your name, full address, e‐mail address and telephone number on the back of the Demand Draft.

Send your DD along with all required documents to support your application by Courier / Speed Post. Upon receipt of DD for Rs 2000/‐, we will mail our prospectus to you. Fill out the form completely and send it to us by post /

courier. This application is also your registration for Admission Test. or

ONLINE REGISTRATION Visit www.indiraisc.edu.in, select ‘Acting Academy’ in quick registration and register. (You will be required to appear for a

personal interview & audition by payment of Rs. 2000/‐ adjustable in fees if selected).

SELECTION PROCESSAudition Test and Personal Interview with the Admission Committee.

Charges Fees (Rs)

Admission Fees 2,000

Tuition 40,000

Laboratory and Studio Fees 40,000

Career Development and Special programmes 8,000

Total Rs 90,000

FEE STRUCTURE

Guest Session

ISC believes that guest sessions should be advanced value‐

additions to the curricular input. That is why carefully

selected guests are invited with specific topics in mind.

Usually, guests include filmmakers, specialist journalists,

professionals in charge of specialized skills, and highly

placed industry professionals who can provide a bird’s‐eye

view of various communication professions. The structure

of such sessions varies from classroom to seminar, coffee‐

table to work shop formats. Here is a list of recent eminent

guests visited ISC :

Workshop on “Explore the Genius within” by

Mr. Dinesh Nathani. Workshop on Branding & Advertising by Leena

Saldanha. Workshop on Society & Development by Shilpa Balal. Workshop on Social Media Marketing by Mr. Neel from

Buzz Factory, Pune. Workshop on Film Appreciation by Mr. Samar Nakhate

Ex. Dean FTII, Pune. Workshop on Investigative Journalism by Ms. Monali

Panbude. Workshop on Broadcast journalism by Mr. Ketan

Vaidya, principal correspondent, NDTV, Mumbai. Workshop in Choreography by Mr. Kunal Phadke a

Professional Choreographer. Workshop on costume Designing by Ms. Amruta joshi ,

fashion Designer for films &TV. Workshop on Makeup‐ By Mr. Anil Vaishak, FTII, Pune. Workshop on PR by Ms. Shabnam Asthana, Director

Empowered Solutions.

Corporate Communication and Strategic PR Workshop

by Mr. Praveen Nagda, Group Account Director‐

BrodeurIndia, Mumbai. Multicamera Production, overview by Karun

Prabhakaran, Executive Producer, “Kaun Banega

Crorepati”, Synergy Communication. Television Fiction Production industry overview.

Interactive Session with Refique Gangjee, VP, Ballai

Telefilms. Televisions news industry review. Session With Sanju

Saha, VP (HR), Star India. Workshop on “Delivering Excellence’’ by Mr. Kingshuk

Bhadury. Session on “Importance of Media Monitoring &

Analysis in PR’’ by Mr. Piyush Jain from Blue Lotas

Communication. Session on “Introduction to Mass Communication” by

Ms. Mona Pandit, Ketchum Sampark PR. Workshop on “Multi Camera Set‐up” by Dhanushka

Gunthilake . Workshop with Padmashree Rita Ganguly on Acting.

Placements

Mooshak, Pune

Buzzle Software, Pune

Mind Matters, Pune

Juice Adcom, Pune

Adfactors PR Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai

Pratisaad Communications Pvt. Ltd., Pune

Ketchum Sampark PR, Pune

Madison Communication, Mumbai

Cyguns Advertising, Pune

DentsuMarcom, Mumbai

Communication Studies

Here’s where our trainees have found a career :

BBC, Mumbai

The Indian Express, Pune

The Hindustan Times, Mumbai

The Times of India, Pune

Zee News, Mumbai

Sahara Samay, Noida

Zoom TV, Mumbai

Neo Sports, Mumbai

Pune Mirror, Pune

AajTak

Journalism

ISC attempts relevant, high‐quality placements in prestigious organizations all over India. Our students are recruited in top media channels, production houses, event companies, Ad and PR agencies, research organizations and publishing houses. In addition, a large number of trainees had receive formal or informal offers during internships and training.

The objective of ISC is to build the platform for quality placements through building young professionals and managers! We actively connect with the communication industry and encourage companies to recruit our trainees. Project and other activities at ISC greatly enhance the chances of placements. ISC’s Placement Cell is a clearing house of databases and prepares and distributes brochures in the industry and

accepts and actively matches requests from the industry for candidature.

Our Placement Incharge and Placement Cell interface closely with the industry on an ongoing basis. The Placement Cell applies on behalf of the trainees for internships and jobs, and helps to train the trainees in employment communication.

However a word of caution, ISC does not guarantee placement. We encourage trainees to enter quality, relevant careers and our advisors at best counsel trainees on the best careers suited for them. Trainees are groomed and encouraged to also use their own skills to network with industry professionals. ISC creates plenty of opportunities for trainees to engage in such networking, and in our experience, trainees who network well at the ISC platform find the best acceptance in the industry.

Balaji Telefilms Ltd., Mumbai

BR Films, Mumbai

Cinevistaas, Mumbai

Contiloe Films, Mumbai

Miditech TV, Mumbai

Indian Magic Eye, Pune

Zee Telefilms, Mumbai

Radio Mirchi, Ahmedabad

United Television, Mumbai

Radio City, Pune

Radio, Television & Film

Placement Testimonials

Name : Siddharth NairCourse: Event Management (PGDEM)Current Job Title : Jr. Event ManagerCompany Name : Jaws Event

I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to ISC for making my dream come true, by giving a good start to my career. ISC has helped me realize my true potential in the field of Event Management. It has helped me find the talent in me and made me competent enough to face the corporate world. The pre‐placement training support provided by the placement cell was very useful. It greatly helped me to secure my dream job in JAWS EVENTS.

Name : Karishma RajwaniCourse: RTF (Batch 2012 ‐ 14) Current Job Title : Associate Quality – EditorCompany Name : Markets and Markets

It has been a matter of pride for me to be a part of ISC. Training and Placement cell has been continuously providing assistance regarding the placements. Because of their effort only I have been selected in Markets and Markets with a handsome package. I am very thankful to them for giving me the golden chance to start my career with such a nice company. At ISC,I had received a lot of opportunities to groom

myself, thanks to my ever inspiring mentors who helped me to discover the talented part of myself. ISC provided us a very enhanced and efficient platform for the exposure to the training and placement. I am very grateful to ISC for providing us the best of placement opportunities!

Name : Archana MhasawadeCourse: Advertising (Batch 2012 ‐ 14)Current Job Title : Brand Servicing ExecutiveCompany Name : Juice Adcom

Name : Nikita ChodanarCourse: Journalism (Batch 2012 ‐ 14)Current Job Title : PR ProfessionalCompany Name : Aspire Communications

I Would like to express my sincere and heartful appreciation to the placement cell at ISC for helping me with my continual search for permanent employment. I can honestly say that ISC is a cut above the rest. The process of finding the ideal career path has been a long and frustrating journey for me, but the placement teams unswerving determination and steadfast persistence is downright inspiring and for that ISC has my utmost respect and gratitude. Again, thank you for all your help and guidance.

Student Testimonials

I have spent Almost ‘Five Years of my life at I S C pursuing my U G & P G. I t Broadened my horizons and also helped me to see the world with a broader perspective .Indira prepares you for the best and even the worst infuses tremendous amount of confidence in you so that you can face the world with great enthu, zeal and joy.

Got my very first internship at LINOPINION,one of the top most PR agencies in India .Let the story begin….Still longway to go…but ISC will always remain there to inspire me…!!!

Papia NathBAJM& MAJM StudentRammedia Pvt. Ltd. Mumbai Majors group

In ISC I spent the best 2 years of my life, where I acquired my professional skills made awesome friends, met amazing people and had lots of fun. The best part of ISC is that you can be yourself and get many opportunities to enhance your skills, learn form real‐time tasks, experiment and much more. Here you get the opportunity to rub shoulders

with great minds and people who have made it big in their respective professions and get to learn so much from them. Well so much to say, so less space to write. Thanks for everything ISC.

Rishi Binani MAJM Batch 2011 – 13 Sokrati Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

I have been affiliated with ISC Acting Academy for over six months now and it has been a wonderful journey. I have grown so much as a person and it was fantastic to be in the company of Subhadip Raha Sir, someone who is so dedicated towards art and craft of acting.Learn ing here was the best

experience of my life. I will never forget some things that I learnt here‐ honesty, belief, exploring, giving your 100 percent, being honest with yourself and your work. The 6 months taught me that I have the ability and talent to make it in Indian cinema. Thank you Sir and your school for making me believe that my dreams can come true. And that’s exactly what I am going to work towards doing, making my dreams come true.

Amit Bhalla ISC Acting Academy

I feel proud to be an alumni of ISC. ISC strongly believes in a learning p ro c e s s w h i c h g o e s b e y o n d c l a s s r o o m s . I S C m o l d s y o u completely into a professional person. we have been part of various industry projects and have had multiple internships. It has been a wonderful lifetime experience for

me here, the wonderful memories that I take from this prestigious institution I will always cherish for life.

Tanya RoyAD/PRMind Matters

Some of our Faculties

DR. KEVAL J. KUMARDr. Kumar is an acclaimed academician, a Ph.D. in Mass Communication from the University of Leicester, U.K. He was the founder‐director of the Resource Centre for Media Education and Research, Pune, and the reader and Dean of the Department of Journalism at the University Of Pune.

PROF. SAMAR NAKHATEThe former Dean of FTII and one of the best‐known teachers across India has over 20 years of teaching experience.

SONALI BRAMHASonali holds an MBA in Marketing and has 12 years of experience in advertising, brand building and communication and has worked in mainstream advertising for major MNC and Indian brands.

RAJEEV DEOMr. Rajeev Deo has a wide experience and exposure in the area of Sales and Channel Management. He also has experience in product launches and Sales Training.

SURHUDA KULKARNIAn established freelance journalist and editor who works for publications of repute, ad agencies and is into independent writing contracts for the past five years. With an active media experience in Journalism, Surhuda has a Post Graduate Degree in Mass Communication.

WASIMBARRY MANERWasimbarry Maner is an established cinematographer and film maker based at Phaltan for the past seven years. Wasim has successfully produced and directed documentary films, music videos and wildlife shows.

HEMA ANANDA Post‐Graduate in Marketing, 16 years of Corporate experience in hotels & BPO, and 5 years of teaching. Hema teaches a variety of subjects from Event Management to Business Awareness. Her key focus areas are Corporate Communication, Marketing, Event Management and Personality Development.

ANOOP JAIPURKARHe has been associated with print media for about 11 years. Also, a regular contributor of subbing, editing and news dissemination, news and analysis reports on socio‐economic, sports, science, spiritualism, development, women’s upliftment etc.

MILINDA NATUShe shares her knowledge on Advertising design, Creativity, Visualization and print production. She also conducts workshops on Creative thinking. Ms. Natu has been a freelance Critic for Maharashtra Herald.

Accolades

‘BEST MEDIA SCHOOL AWARD’ AT INDY’SThe Indira School of Communication received the ‘Best Media School of the Year’ award at seventh edition of the prestigious Indy’s B‐School Awards at the Taj Lands End Hotel in Mumbai last year. The media schools takes away the top honour amidst dozens of other media schools. Indy’s excellence in Mass Communication, Marketing Communication, Advertising, Branding, Public Relation and B‐School.

Some of our Student Achievements Kunal Kshirsagar, lanunched a Business Search Engine on Internet,Globuzz.in Piyush Sharma, a student of third year BAJM won the titles of Mega Mr. NorthEast 2013. Pooja Pandey, of third year BAJM set the ramp on fire at an event for brands CalvinKlein and Pantaloons. Dharmit Bhayani, a first year BAJM student choreographed Rahul Mahajan for Nach Baliye ‐ Season 5. Prachee Passi, of second year BAJM received a scholarship from the Prime Minister for her excellent performance in

academics in 10th and 12th standards.

ET‐Now‐National education Leadership Award ‐ “Dr. Tarita Shankar” Chair person IGI.

Innovative Leader Award ‐ Prof. Chetan Wakalkar, Group Director, Indira Group of Institutes.

Indira Global Business School with the Outstanding B‐School (WEST). Indira College of Engineering and Management with the Award for

Outstanding Engineering Institute (West). Out standing B‐school (west) ‐ “Indira global business school” Best Media School of the year ‐ Indira School of Communication Best B‐school Communication Plan for Placement ‐ “IGI” School with Best Academic Input (Syllabus) in Operations &

Manufacturing – Indira Institute of Management, Pune Business School with Best Academic Input (Syllabus) in Information Technology – Indira College of Engineering & Management Business School with Best Industry Interface ‐ Indira School of Business Studies

Some of our Team Indira Achievements

Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam

Enthralls Students with his Genius

Former President Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam was at Indira in the month of

February, 2013 and did what he is best at doing: Igniting young minds. 'If all of

us start asking “what can I give?” instead of “what can I take?” we would have

a beautiful, beautiful world', he said while opening his hugely interactive

speech at the Indira Group of Institutes (IGI) evoking a tumultuous applause

from hundreds of young participants overflowing into the corridors outside

the auditorium. Dr. Kalam was addressing a session organized by the

Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) & Young Indians (Yi) in association

with Indira Group of Institutes on “Leveraging Society to Participate

Positively in Nation Building” The dais was also shared by Ms. Ritu Nathani,

Chapter Chair, Yi Pune, Mr. Rajan Navani, Chairman CII National Committee

on India@75 and Mr. Raja Kocher, Vice Chairman, CII Pune Zonal Council,

CII and Prof. Chetan Wakalkar, Group director, IGI. Dr. Kalam asked the

students to repeat his poem along with him: "I am born with potential...I am

not meant for crawling; because I have wings, I will fly. “Dr. Kalam asked

students to "Stand for yourself". "To be remembered you have to be unique.

Will you decide to be unique?" he posed the question again. The world is trying to make you just like anybody else.

Parents may ask you why you are not among the top five in schools and so on. "Dear young minds, you have to have

tools to fight the battle and stand for your unique self, "Dr. Kalam said the tools to fight for the "unique you" are ‐

a great aim in life, acquired knowledge and hard work, perseverance and while referring to greats like Madam Curie,

C.V. Raman, S. Ramanujan and Thomas Edison. Interacting with the genius was a unique experience for the

students.

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