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The best part of my experience at St Pauls was getting to learn each module from working professionals who actually taught us the reality of how the media industry works and through the experiences which they shared we got a glimpse of actual work before even starting out. I joined the institute for a journalism course but it also taught us many other subjects like photography, video editing, graphic designing, and much more which were really exciting as well. The other good thing about this institute is the way almost all the teachers are very friendly and dedicated to their work, they will entertain all your doubts and help out in every way possible. The institute also helped me out in getting an internship at a digital news network and later a job at a newspaper as a civic reporter. Infact even now I contact my teachers sometimes if I need any professional help and they are always ready to help. I’m really thankful to all the teaching and non teaching staff for being a strong support throughout my course.

Sherine Raj (PG Journalism, Batch of 2020-2021)

Civic Reporter, Free Press Journal Newspaper

My PGDM at SPICE in Public Relations and Corporate Communications consisted of projects based on evaluation and most importantly, faculty connect. The Faculty helped me enhance my interpersonal and academic skills and opened up different media industry facets. I would highly recommend this course to anyone wanting to join the media industry.

I cannot overstate the importance of the course. It has been invaluable to me.

Full Props to Margaret Ma’am and Team.

Rohan Richard (Public Relations Batch 2019 - 2020)

Creative Director at 3N Studios.

My journey at SPICE was quite magical. I felt lost after my graduation in Mass Media. I happened to come across courses at St Pauls, and paying heed the guidance as to what all is on offer, I enrolled myself for a PG course in Advertising & IMC which I used to give shape to my career as per my interests. Over time, during the course, I gained a lot of knowledge and practical strategies that benefited me personally and professionally. Studies were not just theoretical but also practical and this exposure made me aware and ready to face the challenges that came my way. The scenario was comforting, not limiting myself to the classroom but also participating in various events and activities that took place, which helped me be more confident. Not forgetting the faculty team who were so reassuring -my every doubt and decision were analysed and backed by them – and most importantly their observations and work experience added up to the right kind of exposure needed. My journey at SPICE is now a beautiful cherished memory.

Monil Shah ( Advertising Batch 2018-2019 )

Project Manager McCann Mumbai

In my five months with The Times of India, I have observed that the media industry today wants variety. Variety in beats, variety in perspective and variety in interest levels. If it wasn’t for St. Pauls, I would not have been able to cover an array of events and topics like politics, education, court, crime, environment and health. The professors at St Pauls not only helped us explore every beat, making us all- rounders, but also helped instil in us the curiosity required for this profession. Joining St Pauls has been my best decision till date.

Freny Fernandes ( Batch 2013- 2014 )

Correspondent / Reporter, The Times of India

One big plus point of the course at SPICE is that the professionals who teach the students at SPICE are currently active in their respective fields, which helps students relate to the field as it is today and gives you a realistic idea of what working as a journalist is like. With the production of an in house-newspaper and magazine, you also learn the importance of teamwork, which I have always kept in mind. I always remember “no empty sentences

Avril Ann Braganza ( Batch 2012- 2013 )

Feature Writer, Zee Media Corporation

The Journalism course at SPICE is a great learning experience. The faculty is amazing and the experience that they bring in is unbeatable. Everyone at SPICE goes all out to help us in whatever difficulty we have, the facilities provided are great. In short, they leave no stone unturned in ensuring that all our needs (and more) are met.

Anil Dias ( Batch 2012- 2013 )

Correspondent/Copywriter, Times of India, Sports

SPICE and its faculty have taught me what I am capable of by helping me explore journalism and find new horizons. The institute is my family. Now, I work as an Assistant News Producer with complete confidence as I have been taught more than what other Institutes could have offered and I know what it’s like to work in the broadcast field, all thanks to St Pauls.

Taiba Mohsin ( Batch 2015- 2016 )

Assistant News Producer - Republic TV

With the best known names from the industry as faculty, amazing infrastructure and state-of-the-art facilities provided to aid learning, SPICE is a great place to pursue media studies. Known for its practical approach towards learning, the institute equips you fully to step into the media industry.

Nisha Shah ( Batch 2016-17 )

Copy Editor

St Pauls is the place where I first got acquainted with advertising and marketing (Adv & IMC) as a post-graduate student. Thanks to the professors there, I instantly fell in love with it.

As a newcomer to Mumbai city, St Pauls offered me a family-like feeling and warmth I didn’t even have to ask for. This is also where I became more aware of my capabilities and learnt how to channel them well. The best part about the curriculum – apart from the admirable teaching faculty – is that there are no exams, but just a wide range of assignments, giving you a hint of what’s waiting out there for you to take on.

Devesh Dugar ( Advertising Batch 2018-2019 )

Sr. Solution Strategist at Schbang, Mumbai

I am now working as an Account Executive with Grey Worldwide where I handle three accounts.

Purva Joshi ( Advertising Batch 2018-2019 )

Grey Worldwide Account Executive

A year spent at SPICE helped me imbibe the true values of a media professional. The faculty was the best in the business and taught us all about the media and how can we survive in this industry. SPICE has a number of opportunities for you and it can change your life, as it did mine. So what are you waiting for? Make sure you enrol at SPICE

Seshadri Iyer ( Batch 2013- 2014 )

Associate producer, Programming, STAR SPORTS

The course at SPICE proved to be a wonderful learning experience for me, by putting me in situations that made me deal with my insecurities and fears and come out feeling more confident and experienced. The wonderful faculty also ensures that each student’s difficulties and problems are understood and seem to. I, therefore, found myself enjoying even the most challenging parts of the course, and am happy that the training and knowledge I have received over nine months will stay with me forever.

Claudelle Mariola Monis ( Batch 2012- 2013 )

Cultural Officer, Consulate General of Israel

We started with the basics; I will never forget the initial lectures in which we got a detailed understanding of news. We also gained first-hand news experience with our student paper, SPICE Enquirer – The Activist. The City Reporting module helped me explore Mumbai. a city to which I was a newcomer. With our Law and Media classes, I was able to enter the ATS Office and the Police Commissioner’s office. While working on a documentary, I got an insight into the lives of the underprivileged and marginalized. During the broadcast module, I became more camera friendly and interviewed politicians. SPICE has brought me to a point where I can proudly call myself a journalist.

Santia Gora ( Batch 2013- 2014 )

Reporter, NDTV India

SPICE is a really great institute to pursue your education in Media studies. The infrastructure is great, equipment and facilities provided are really top of its class. Teachers are really nice and best in the industry. It was a great decision for me to pursue my education at St Pauls Institute of Communication Education.

Anurag Gawde ( Batch 2016- 2017 )

Assistant Producer at Bloomberg Quint

Learned a lot here about the art and craft of Advertising …met with a talented bunch of people ..who are friends now …. excellent faculty and friendly staff 🙂 … I have lots of great memories from there…

Rohan Kamat ( Batch 2016-17 )

Creative Strategist Skarma

There was no better place where I could have got my basics of advertising clear. Amazing college with even better faculty.

Vinav Nair ( Batch 2016-17 )

Account Manager Thin-i Advertising & Branding Company

Hello ma’am, I just wanted to thank you for mentoring us so beautifully and for making us feel confident in what we can do and I hope to have your blessings forever. This year has been the best year of my academic life till now and you are one of the main reasons for it so just THANK YOU! And I am really saying all of this from my heart and I am going to miss St Paul’s and you a lot!

Shriya Dixit (PG Advertising & IMC, Class of 2022-23)

Management Trainee - Client servicing at Mio Design.