Event Details

International Conference on New Initiative and Trends in Media and Communication

FROM 23 Mar 2018 TO 24 Mar 2018

Venue : Manipal University Jaipur @ 9:00 AM

Department of Journalism & Mass Communication, Manipal University Jaipur is organizing 'International Conference on New Initiative and Trends in Media and Communication' in Collaboration with Public Relation Council of India (PRCI), Bangalore, India and Public Relation Council of India (PRCI), Rajasthan Chapter, Jaipur from March 23rd & 24th, 2018.

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

Technological developments in the past two decades have changed the world of communication immensely and all forms of media and communication are coping up with these developments. In this changes environment of new media and rapid digitalization process, mainstream media, be it television, radio, newspapers, magazines etc. are facing multiple challenges in terms of declining revenues and decreasing audience numbers. These developments, coupled with massive growth of online media avenues have forced the various medium of communication to bring new initiatives and trends in order to sustain. It is in this context, the department of Journalism and Mass Communication is organizing an International Conference on New Initiatives and Trends in Media and Communication on March 23rd & 24th 2018 which precisely aims to deepen its understanding about the above mentioned subject. However, to promote an environment of academic research, the department is willing to accept the research papers on associated topics within the purview of Media and Communication form academicians, research scholars, industry professionals, Government entities and standardization bodies.

Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Manipal University Jaipur organizes various seminars, symposium, conclaves and workshops on a consistent basis to develop an understanding on the different issues of media and communication studies. Along with developing the theoretical understanding on communication studies, the department is committed to minimize the gap between academy and industry through its numerous research related activities.

The Conference will focus on following sub-themes but not confined to it-

Submission of abstract and full papers

The abstract should contain the name and affiliation of main and co-author with contact details. The maximum word limit of the abstract is 200 words with font size 12pt, line spacing 1.5” and font type: Times New Roman. Acceptance of paper will be notified to the author/s by e-mail. Last date for submission of the abstract is January 20, 2018.

The main text of the paper should not exceed 4,000 words including reference (APA style), figures and tables. Last date to submit the full paper is March 3rd, 2018. (The department will send a research template after receiving the abstract)

Note:It is mandatory for all research scholars of the department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Manipal University Jaipur to present the paper in seminar.