IILM UNIVERSITY · GREATER NOIDA

Department of Communication

School of Humanities & Social Sciences


Want to face the camera? We’ll teach you how.

Become an influencer with purpose.

From newsrooms to boardrooms – your story starts here.

Industry-ready from Day One.

Why Communication at IILM?

The Department of Communication at IILM University, Greater Noida nurtures future media professionals through a powerful blend of theory and hands-on practice. With industry-standard television studios, podcast labs, and advanced editing suites, students don’t just learn communication – they live it.

Mentored by distinguished professionals including Nidhi Razdan (ex-NDTV Executive Editor), Ankita Mukherji (ex-NDTV Deputy Executive Editor), and Anish Dasgupta (MICA alumnus, 20+ years in brand strategy), our students master contemporary storytelling, newsroom practices, digital content creation, and AI-powered media tools.

TV Studio & Podcast Labs

Industry-standard production facilities with green screen, anchoring desks, control rooms

AI-Powered Media Training

Advanced AI tools integrated with editing, content creation and digital strategy

100% Industry Interface

Masterclasses, newsroom visits, internships with ABP News, TV9, Amar Ujala & more

Professors of Practice

Learn from journalists, ad strategists & media leaders – not just academics

State-of-the-Art Production Facilities

Step into professional-grade television studios, podcast suites, and editing labs – equipped exactly like the
newsrooms and production houses where you’ll work. Our facilities give you the confidence to perform, produce and
lead from Day One.

Our Programmes

BA (Hons) Journalism &
Mass Communication

3-Year Undergraduate Programme

A rigorous foundation in journalism, media production, digital storytelling, advertising, and communication theory – designed to launch industry-ready professionals.

MA Journalism & Mass
Communication

2-Year Postgraduate Programme

An advanced, research-oriented programme for students seeking to specialise in investigative journalism, political communication, corporate communication, or media entrepreneurship.

Ph.D in Mass
Communication

A rigorous, research-intensive doctoral programme designed for scholars and professionals aiming to produce original contributions in media studies, public discourse, and communication systems.

Specialisations

Choose your focus. Develop your edge. Our three specialisations let you go deep in the area that excites you most – while keeping you broad enough to thrive in any media environment.

01
News and Analytics
Analyze, interpret, and report news using data, AI tools, and digital insights-become the journalist who makes sense of complex realities.
02
Corporate Communication
Build brands from the inside out. Learn stakeholder engagement, internal comms, and AI-powered reputation management for the modern organisation.
03
Political Communication
Master media influence, data analytics, and democratic discourse. Understand how communication shapes power – and use it responsibly.

Our Faculty

Learn from practitioners who have worked at the highest levels of Indian and global media – and academics whose research is shaping the field.

Dr. Aswani RS

Associate Dean

School of Humanities & Social Sciences

Ankita Mukherji

Professor of Practice

Ex-Deputy Executive Editor & Anchor, NDTV

Anish Dasgupta

Professor of Practice

Marketing & Communications Strategist | MICA Alumnus

Atul Mathur

Professor of Practice

School of Communication, IILM University, Greater Noida

 

Student Voices

Don’t take our word for it – hear from the students living it.

Palak Khanna

The fully equipped studios, supportive faculty, and hands-on learning through field visits prepare us for the media world in a way that feels less like studying and more like living it.


— Palak Khanna
BJMC Sem II

Adhiraj Rathi

My BJMC degree at IILM let me blend my passions – music, literature, fashion and PR – seamlessly into assignments. The literary and media theories sharpened my worldview, empowering me to form confident political and social stances with nuance and rigour.


— Adhiraj Rathi
BJMC Sem IV

Kinjalk Sharma

IILM’s multifaceted approach makes it ideal for attaining knowledge, learning application, and diversifying talents. The faculty leaves no stone unturned to create meaningful opportunities.


— Kinjalk Sharma
BJMC Sem VI

Tanishqua

Being involved with Mediosphere and Thespian has been a highlight – offering space for creativity, collaboration, and practical exposure. A place that genuinely encourages curiosity and expression.


— Tanishqua
MAJMC Sem II

Where Our Students Go

Our students have interned and been placed with India’s leading media houses, advertising agencies, digital platforms, and NGOs. Internship partners include:

 

Industry Interactions

From newsroom floors to advertising agencies, our students step out of the classroom and into the real world – regularly. Industry visits to India TV, Sahara News, and leading media organisations give students insider access to how media actually works.

Collaborations & Partnerships

ASCI – Advertising Standards Council of India

MoU signed July 2023 in Mumbai

Joint collaboration on education, training and research for honest and ethical advertising practices – benefiting students, faculty, industry and consumers.

CRY – Child Rights and You

MoU signed April 2025

Students participate in field trips, fundraising initiatives, workshops and community engagement projects – building real skills in social communication and impact.

Student Achievement

Our students are not just practitioners – they are thinkers. Faculty-mentored student research is regularly presented at national and international conferences.

Transforming Narratives: A Critical Analysis of Visual Disability Through Mainstream Cinema
Nitya Mathur · ECHO’2025 – Exploring Communication Historical Origins
Meme Culture and the Blurred Lines of Sensitivity: Navigating Dark Humour in the Digital Age
Kinjalk Sharma · ICAN – Influencers’ Content, Algorithm, Transparency and Narrative Building
Changing Patterns of Digital Transformations through Media, Democracy, and Digital Citizenship
Ipsita Sachdev · National Media Conclave
Emotional Storytelling in Challenging Stereotypes and Shaping Perceptions through Advertising
Falak Khan · ECHO’2025 – Exploring Communication Historical Origins

Mediosphere – The Student Media Club

A student-led initiative where future media professionals plan, organise, and execute real communication events. Members take on roles as organisers, social media managers, marketing leads, and content creators – building portfolios that speak louder than any CV.

Campus Chronicles – The IILM Newsletter

Students from the Department of Communication lead the publication of Campus Chronicles – IILM’s official monthly newsletter. As editors, writers, and content strategists, they serve a real audience across all three IILM campuses. Real work. Real readers. Real experience.

Ready to Tell Your Story to the World?

Apply now to BA (Hons) JMC or MA JMC at IILM University, Greater Noida

iilm.edu |admissions@iilm.edu |Greater Noida

 

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Toppers' Speak

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My MBA at IILM equipped me with essential business and corporate skills that helped me excel professionally. Case studies, group discussions, and grooming sessions with brilliant peers shaped me into a lifelong learner. Transitioning from a non-finance background to a finance enthusiast was possible due to IILM’s well-designed curriculum. Grateful to call IILM my Alma Mater!”

Anita Ahuja Senior Vice President

MBA 2008-10 Citibank, Singapore

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As a proud gold medallist of my batch, I had the privilege of dedicating over a decade to Deloitte Consulting. My time at IILM was truly transformative, shaping both my career and personal growth. Returning to campus for the alumni meet was a nostalgic and heartwarming experience.”

Shillaza Girdhar Director - Human Resources

2004-06 Engineering & Consulting Services

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My MBA at IILM equipped me with essential business and corporate skills that helped me excel professionally. Case studies, group discussions, and grooming sessions with brilliant peers shaped me into a lifelong learner. Transitioning from a non-finance background to a finance enthusiast was possible due to IILM’s well-designed curriculum. Grateful to call IILM my Alma Mater!”

Harbinder Narula Businessworld

1994-96 Healthcare/Wellbeing