Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication (Under Graduate), Pune

Courses Offered at SIMC Pune

SIMC provides postgraduate programs designed to meet the evolving demands of the media and communication industry.

1. MA in Mass Communication (MA MC)

• Specializations:
  • Journalism
  • Audio Visual (Film, TV Production)
• Duration: 2 years
• Focus: Reporting, anchoring, filmmaking, editing, storytelling

2. MBA in Communication Management

• Specializations:
  • Brand Communication
  • Media Management
  • Public Relations
• Duration: 2 years
• Focus: Marketing communication, advertising, PR strategy, digital media.

Admission Process 2026

Admission to SIMC Pune is competitive and involves multiple stages:

For MBA (CM)

1. Appear for SNAP
2. Shortlisting based on SNAP score
3. Group Exercise (GE), Personal Interview (PI), Written Ability Test (WAT)

For MA (MC)

1. SIMC MA (MC) Entrance Test
2. Personal Interaction round
3. Final merit list based on performance.

SIMC Pune Fees Structure

Note: Fees may vary yearly.

Placement Highlights

SIMC Pune has a strong placement record with top recruiters from media, advertising, and corporate sectors.

• Average Package: ₹6–8 LPA
• Highest Package: ₹15+ LPA
• Top Recruiters:
  • Deloitte
  • KPMG
  • Zee Entertainment
  • Times Group
  • Ogilvy.

Why Choose SIMC Pune?

• Strong industry connections and live projects
• Experienced faculty from media and corporate sectors
• Excellent placement opportunities
• Location advantage in Pune’s education and IT hub
• Focus on practical learning and internships