Mass communication research includes media institutions and processes such as diffusion of information and media effects such as persuasion or manipulation of public opinion. In the United States for instance several University journalism departments were remodeled into schools or colleges of mass communication or journalism and mass communication. In addition to studying practical skills of journalism public relations or advertising they offer programs on mass communication or mass communication research.

Table of Contents:

Preface
An introduction to mass communication
History of Journalism
Scope of photojournalism
Communication and their types
Role of reporter
War correspondent: risky or exciting job
Art of editing
Top news channels