Preparing for XIC OET? Get all the study material and books to read in order to ace the entrance test.
St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai offers students admission in the Xavier Institute of Communication (XIC) through an Open Entrance Test (OET) in its post-graduate diploma courses and certificate courses offered at the institute. With XIC OET 2020 scheduled to be conducted on April 26, 2020, in online mode. Students must get all the right study material in order to ace the entrance exam. Students who have appeared for XIC OET have found the entrance exam quite challenging.
In order to ace the entrance exam, students need to prepare well and should have studied the prescribed syllabus to clear the written entrance test. The best and brightest are only taken into consideration and only a few seats are offered in its one-year courses. The courses offered by Xavier Institute of Communication are as follows:
| Post-Graduation Diploma Courses |
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|---|---|
| Advanced Integrated Communication Program (For Working Professionals) |
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| Event Planning & Experimental Marketing |
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| Certificate Courses |
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|---|---|
| Graphic Design Workshop |
Announcing, Broadcasting, Compering, Dubbing and E-Book Narration Workshop |
| Creative Writing Workshop |
Public Speaking and Personality Enhancement Workshop |
| Photography Workshop |
Radio Jockey Workshop |
| Extension Programmes |
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The XIC OET 2020 admission process is underway and with the XIC OET 2020 set to be conducted online on April 26, 2020, students are short on time and should get to preparation straight away. Here is the schedule for XIC OET 2020.
| Event |
Date |
|---|---|
| Release of Applications Form |
1-Apr-2020 |
| Last date to apply for XIC OET |
22-Apr-2020 |
| XIC OET 2020 Exam |
26-Apr-2020 |
| GD (Group Discussion)/PI (Personal Interview) |
3-May-2020 |
| XIC OET Results |
18-May-2020 |
| Release of Wait List |
28-May-2020 |
| Last date to pay Course fees |
5-Jun-2020 |
Here are the basic steps one can take on how to prepare for XIC OET 2020.
Step 1: Know the Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme.
Step 2: Know the Syllabus.
Step 3: Solve Mock Tests.
Step 4: Refer to previous years Question Papers.
Step 5: Read prep books and study material.
Books to Read for XIC OET
According to the course wise, candidates can refer to the books.
Journalism and Mass Communication
| Book |
Author |
|---|---|
| The Ultimate Guide for Journalism & Mass Communication |
Arihant Experts |
| Guide to Journalism & Mass Communication Entrance Exam |
Student Aid Publications |
| Upkar’s Journalism and mass communication |
Hena Naqvi |
| Mass Communication: Principles & Concepts |
Seema Hasan |
| Mass Communication In India |
Keval J Kumar |
Public Relations and Corporate Communication
| Book |
Author |
|---|---|
| How to Win Friends and Influence People | Dale Carnegie |
| The PR Masterclass: How to Develop a Public Relations Strategy That Works! | Alex Singleton |
| Ask powerful questions | Will Wise |
| The New Rules of Marketing and PR | David Meerman Scott |
| Corporate Communication: A Guide to Theory and Practice | Joep P. Cornelison |
Advertising and Marketing Communication
| Book |
Author |
|---|---|
| Best for Account Planning: Truth, Lies & Advertising | Jon steel |
| Ogilvy on Advertising | David Ogilvy |
| Zag: The Number One Strategy of High-Performance Brands | Marty Neumeier |
| Integrated Marketing Communications | Kirti Dutta |
| The Anatomy of Buzz | Emanuel Rosen |
Film, Television and Digital Video Production
| Book |
Author |
|---|---|
| Film Art: An Introduction |
David Bordwell and Kristin Thompson |
| How to Read a Film |
James Monaco |
| TS Certified Technology Specialist Exam Guide, Third Edition | Andy Ciddor |
| Understanding Audio: Getting the Most Out of Your Project or Professional Recording Studio | Daniel M. Thompson |
| The Studio Business Book, 2nd Ed | Jim Mandell |
Event Planning
| Book | Author |
|---|---|
| Event Planning: The Ultimate Guide to Successful Meetings, Corporate Events, Fundraising Galas, Conferences, Conventions, Incentives and Other Special Events | Judy Allen |
| Into the Heart of Meetings: Basic Principles of Meeting Design | Eric de Groot, Mike van der Vijver |
| Special Events: Creating and Sustaining a New World for Celebration | Joe Jeff Goldblatt |
| Setting the Table: The Transforming Power of Hospitality in Business | Daniel Meyer |
| Event Planning and Management: Principles, Planning and Practice | Ruth Dowson, David Bassett |
Other than preparation, it is also vital for students to be well aware of the current affairs, read newspapers, be updated with the news and should know about the events happening globally.
For more information on XIC OET, candidates can go through the following links as mentioned below:
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a month ago
Xavier's Instiute of Communications is a curricula unit of St. Xavier's College which is an autonomous body based out of Mumbai. It consistently ranks among the top colleges for media studies. Over the years, they have produced many notable alumni including Zeenat Aman, Shabana Azmi, Nikkhil Advani,
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No, the Xavier Institute of Communications Mumbai only offers postgraduate and certificate courses.
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Xavier Institute of Communications admisison is based on merit. Candidates are also required to meet the additional admission criteria before applying for the desired programme. The institute has set the eligibility criteria for the desired course.
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Answered 4 months ago
At Xavier Institute of Communications, students can pursue various Postgraduate Diploma and Certificate courses. If you are seeking admissions for the PG Diploma programmes, you must fulfil the basic eligibility criteria of passing graduation from a recognised university. Additionally, also securing
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Yes, Xavier Institute of Communications indeed offers various certificate courses to the students. The courses costs between INR 8,000 to INR 18,500. Interested candidates can check out the following list to know about the offered certificate courses at XIC Mumbai:
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Answered 4 months ago
The registration fee for PG Diploma programme offered at Xavier Institute of Communications is INR 4,000. The fee is inclusive of prevailing GST. Students are required to pay the registration fee to successfully submit the registration form for XET. Candidates should note that the fee is non-refunda
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At XIC Mumbai, students can pursue various PG Diploma courses across multiple specialisations. Students can refer to the following list to know about the PG Diploma courses offered at the Xavier Institute of Communications Mumbai:
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Answered 5 months ago
- CJMC, MGM University has around 75% placement, while XIC is known for its strong placement record, often exceeding this percentage.
- The highest package at CJMC is Rs.8 LPA, whereas XIC typically offers higher packages, often reaching Rs.10 LPA or more for top-performing students.
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Is XIC Mumbai a good choice for postgraduate mass communication and media courses?