State self-financed university MGM FILM ARTS with 2(f) status of UGC MGM COLLEGE OF JOURNALISM & MASS COMMUNICATION MGMFILMARTS.COM MGM UNIVERSITY: Mahatma Gandhi Mission University in Aurangabad, established by the revered Mahatma Gandhi Mission Trust, a pioneer with 4 decades of excellence in education, research and service is now a self-financed State Private University, approved by Government of Maharashtra and the passing of MGM University Act 2019 by Maharashtra Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council. It has the 2(f) status granted by the University Grants Commission (UGC) of India. Setting a glowing milestone in the higher education history of Marathwada region of Maharashtra, its birth amid the world celebrations of the 150 th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, in 2019, marks an auspicious beginning for MGM University. Gandhiji’s philosophy and the timeless values that he has taught has been the spirit and the ever-inspiring force of MGM. The constituent institutions of MGM University which have a great track record of academic excellence and industry placements are Jawaharlal Nehru Engineering College, Institute of Management and Research, Institute of Bio-Sciences and Technology, Dr.G.Y.Patrikar College of Computer Science & IT, College of Journalism & Mass Communication, Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Institute of Fashion Designing, College of Fine Arts, Institute of Social Science, Institute of Indian and Foreign Languages and Mahagami Gurukul of Performing Arts. CHANCELLOR’S MESSAGE: Dear Students, Cinema is the only art which has established its existence in every part of the world. With the glorious history of more than 100 years Film Industry is not only the biggest revenue generating industry but it also provides great employment. In India, the history of cinema is glorious. To continue the success story there is a need of formal training in several dimensions of filmmaking. Such training must be supported by continuous upgrading technology and with guidance by veterans of the industry. I am sure that with the help of our unique skill development tasks program we will be able to produce multi-talented professional to contribute in the commercial as well as meaningful cinema. With warm regards, I welcome all budding film artists and technicians to MGM! Ankushrao Kadam Chancellor, MGM University PRO-CHANCELLOR’S MESSAGE: Dear Students, We are facing a truly unprecedented situation, where the global corona virus pandemic is adversely affecting our lives; but together we can surely fight against it by innovative approaches. MGM Group of Institutions has been recognized by the government as a private university due to its quest of imparting quality education since four decades. The present scenario in higher education is all about innovation and transformation in programs, teaching methods, curriculums, infrastructure as well as the learning process where there is more openness having many choices (For instance – An engineering student can learn mass media, photography, etc. or even an arts students can learn Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence.) .Hence, at MGM University, we have especially designed Interdisciplinary, Multidisciplinary and Trans disciplinary curriculums for an all-rounder exposure to students. Our newly launched programs are according to the future trends of education and will create diverse opportunities for employment. We have developed student- friendly ambience to extract the best out of the students. Esteemed in welcoming you all to join our MGM Team in the development process! Dr. Rajan Welukar Pro- Chancellor, MGM University VICE CHANCELLOR’S MESSAGE: Dear Students, Mahatma Gandhi Mission is contributing in the field of technical education since last 37 years. With immense dedication in the field of education and social service, we have now launched MGM University – the only self-financed state university in the Marathwada region. Film Arts students nurtured by CJMC are facing with confidence various challenges, all over the world. These students are our real heroes and Ambassadors too. Film Arts students are known for their technical excellence and human values. My best wishes to all the students for their career achievements and success in life. Prof. Dr. Sudhir Gavhane Vice-Chancellor, MGM University DEAN’S MESSAGE: Dear young friends, “A learning curve is essential to growth” The Faculty of Liberal Arts, MGM University aims at achieving its goal of helping learners to gain both, knowledge along with applied skills, by nurturing personal as well as professional growth and to acquire progressive career advancement as a determined professional and leader in career and life. We believe in multi-faceted development of the students to withstand the challenges of global competitiveness. Today, education is transforming towards the outcome-based education and credit based systems. Following the vision set, experienced faculties, skilled supporting staff and state-of- the-art infrastructure and studios are provided to groom the student as a complete professional ready for the industry and entrepreneurship. You will have a great time in the MGM family! Prof. (Dr.) Rekha Shelke Dean, Faculty of Liberal Arts – MGM University HOD’S MESSAGE: Dear Student, Cinema is an exotic art, hence teaching cinema is a hard nut to crack. We provide world-class technology and facilities along with the guidance from proficient personalities from the film industry and shape the proper growth of a Film Arts learner. Hence we have established Film studios (Production and Post- Production) with state-of the-art filmmaking facilities for the continuous skill development of our students. With guidance and involvement by great industry professionals we have prepared a unique training module, which will not only make our students conceptually strong but they will also evolve as masters in the craft of filmmaking.I would like to assure you that, MGM Film Arts ideology and practice will work as never ending fuel to your creativity. Welcome Folks! Shiv Kadam HOD, MGM Department of Film Arts PROGRAMS UG PROGRAMS • B. A. (Hons.) in Filmmaking 3 year I 6 Semesters DIPLOMA PROGRAMS • Diploma in Filmmaking – 1 year 3 years I 6 Semesters • Advanced Diploma in Filmmaking – 2 years 2 years I 4 Semesters PROGRAMS CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS • Weekend Certificate Program in Filmmaking 1 year EVENING CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS 6 months • Screen Acting • Screen Acting for Seniors • Screen Acting for Juniors • Screen Writing • Digital Editing AURANGABAD CULTURE: Aurangabad city was founded by Malik Amber, the Prime Minister of Nizam Shah of Ahmednagar in 1610 A.D on site of village Kirki (Window) since it serves as an opening between the North and South Culture. Aurangabad is a historical City with Ajanta and Ellora caves, Deogiri fort, Panchakki, Bibi ka Maqbara and Gates and has witnessed rapid Industrial growth. Aurangabad is the commercial capital of the Marathwada region. Here the concept of education is rooted in the strong foundations of history and knowledge of modern technology. WHY MGM UNIVERSITY? Pursuing UG and PG Programs in MGM University provides an experience of choicest resources that are in consonance with futuristic industry requirements, providing you an advantage over your competitors. Reasons to opt for our university for your career options: • The only self-financed private University in Marathwada • Unique and futuristic curriculums • Facilitates research, sports, and other amenities at par with the international standards. • Secular ethics curriculum prepared by his holiness Dalai Lama will be imparted • Rural transformation program will be initiated to connect with rural societies. • Support provided to talented but under privileged students to become entrepreneurs. • Striving for global exposure and empowerment program • Aims to establish 50 start-ups annually as an entrepreneurial promotion activity in line with the Maharashtra state government policy of Maharashtra Center for Entrepreneurship Development (MCED) so that the students are job creators, not job takers only • To promote innovative solutions and research MGM has initiated through the earmarked ‘patent mission program’ ABOUT CJMC MGM College of Journalism and Mass Communication (CJMC) was established in the year 1993 with a view to invigorate excellence in media education. Since inception, it has been consistently striving for pre-eminence and has had a track of wonders in the progressive field of Journalism and Mass Communication. The institution has produced numerous highly dedicated media professionals with inherent social responsibility towards profession as well as the society. The large number of ethical and committed alumni proudly speaks about the institute’s quest for perfection with a splendid blend of qualified faculty and media industry experts. You are welcome to join our family at the MGM College of Journalism and Mass Communication, Aurangabad. ABOUT MGM FILM ARTS MGM Film Arts is one of the most updated film schools which provides not only the mentoring by personalities from film industry, but also gives a free access to State-Of-The-Art Filmmaking facilities to the students. We at MGM Film Arts firmly believe that film is an art and every student of MGM Film Arts needs to be groomed as an artist first. Hence, along with mentoring from film professionals we are also making facilities like film cameras, editing studios, sound recording studio, color lab, shooting floors, outdoor locations at MGM