FINANCIAL JOURNALISM TRAINING ADVANCING BUSINESS JOURNALISM IN AFRICA

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GHANA INSTITUTE OF JOURNALISM THE UNIVERSITY OF Specialised University for Communications Program Overview • Applicants must have a baseline level of understanding of financial numeracy and be computer literate, with a It is well documented that many key economies on the sound working knowledge of MS Word and Excel. African continent are growing in leaps and bounds, yet the positive impact on development and progress in civil Who Should Apply society is not fully realized. The role that journalism plays in society and democracy cannot be underestimated. This program has been primarily developed for mid- career journalists, financial professionals with an interest The Bloomberg Media Initiative Africa (BMIA) aims to in financial journalism; government professionals increase the pipeline of skilled financial journalists and responsible for public policy, communications and finance analysts, embracing a data-driven journalism culture portfolios; and development practitioners and civil society across Africa. If well trained, the contribution that professionals with an interest in African development and financial journalists and development experts can make financial and economic data. as continental informers, educators and watchdogs is significant. Program Structure This interactive and hands-on program aims to enhance The BMIA Financial Journalism Training Program the skills and knowledge of media professionals to better is structured for part-time study, enabling working serve the public interest as a critical part of continental professionals to apply the new knowledge and skills they development and progress. acquire back into their work environments in real time.

Bloomberg has collaborated with a consortium of pre- The 19-day program spans six months and includes six eminent journalism schools and top business schools compulsory study blocks. Each study block takes place across Africa to deliver a highly innovative, integrated and over three to four full lecture dates. practical world-class executive training program that is firmly rooted in African market realities. The Financial Journalism is being offered in , , Zambia, Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal. Delegates will receive copies of “The Bloomberg Way,” Participating universities are: a guide for reporters and editors written by Matthew Winkler, Editor-in-Chief Emeritus, Bloomberg News. Ghana During the six-month program, delegates will also be • Ghana Institute of Journalism granted a free subscription to the Bloomberg Professional • Business School Service. This subscription will give delegates free access to the world-class analytics, key industry data, Tanzania market-moving news and analysis that the Bloomberg • University of Dar es Salaam School of Journalism Professional Service provides. and Mass Communication Minimum Entry Criteria • University of Dar es Salaam Business School • Applicants must be in possession of a recognized Zambia tertiary qualification (degree or diploma); • University of Zambia Department of Media and Communication Studies • Applicants with working experience in Journalism, Public Relations or a related field will be at an advantage; and • University of School of Business Program Contact Program Modules The program has seven modules built around three • Media Landscape key themes: • Financial Journalism • Business and Finance • Data Analysis and Interpretation • Policy • Financial Markets • Financial Journalism Research and Writing • Economics • Accounting and Finance All the seven modules will incorporate material about • Public Policy and Regulation the ethical issues and social impacts of business and financial journalism.

2019: Intake dates and venues in Ghana, Tanzania and Zambia

Accra, Ghana Lusaka, Zambia Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Intake 2 Intake 2 Intake 1

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Study Blocks Date Date Date

Study Block 1 2 September 9 September 16 September Orientation & Baseline Assessment

Media Landscape 3 September 10 September 17 September

Financial Journalism 4 September 11 September 18 September

Study Block 2 8 - 10 October 15 - 17 October 22 - 24 October Financial Journalism (3 Days)

Study Block 3 5 - 6 November 12 - 13 November 18 - 19 November Data Analysis & Interpretation (2 Days)

Financial Markets (2 Days) 7 - 8 November 14 - 15 November 20 - 21 November

Study Block 4 3 - 5 December 10 - 12 December 10 - 12 December Economics (3 Days)

Study Block 5 14 - 16 January 21 - 23 January 28 - 30 January Accounting & Finance (3 Days)

Study Block 6 18 - 20 February 25 - 27 February 25 - 27 February Public Policy & Regulation (3 Days) Application Process Requirements to Graduate Intake 2 in Ghana and Zambia, and Intake 1 in Tanzania In addition to attend all the study blocks, participants will begin in September 2019. Applications are now will be required to complete pre and post-program open and interested candidates can apply online via assessments, and submit and pass all required www.bmiafjt.strathmore.edu/ assignments to receive certification.

Applications will be reviewed, and places awarded on a first come, first served basis. The closing date for Program Fees applications is 31 July 2019. Applications received after The program value is more than $22,000, but the the deadline will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the Bloomberg Philanthropies with support from the class is full. Stavros Niarchos Foundation are generously funding each successful candidate on a scholarship basis. As part of the screening process, candidates may be Scholarships include tuition, class materials, lunch invited to attend interviews. and refreshments.

Applicants will need to have reliable internet connection Those successful enough to secure a scholarship will be and be prepared to provide the following documents: required to contribute a registration fee of $250 and will • All applicants should provide electronic copies of need to provide their own transport and accommodation. tertiary qualification/s; Applicants seeking a waiver of registration fee are asked to contact their country program manager. • All applicants will also be required to complete a 20-minute online numeracy test to confirm baseline About Bloomberg Philanthropies financial acumen; and Bloomberg Philanthropies works in 480 cities in • All applicants will be required to upload a writing sample. more than 120 countries around the world to ensure better, longer lives for the greatest number of people. Candidates with professional financial journalism The organization focuses on five key areas for experience will be required to upload a recent sample creating lasting change: Arts, Education, Environment, of their best-written work. Candidates without Government Innovation, and Public Health. journalism experience will be required to upload: Bloomberg Philanthropies encompasses all of Michael R. Bloomberg’s charitable activities, including • A brief, recent writing sample on a relevant topic and his foundation and his personal giving. In 2018, Bloomberg Philanthropies distributed $767 million. • A motivation essay of no more than 750 words. For more information, please visit bloomberg.org or Through this essay, you have the opportunity to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter. explain why you would like to participate in the BMIA Financial Journalism Training program and highlight your interest in and/or expertise on issues related to economic analysis and financial journalism. Examples of relevant issues include public policy, transparency, accountability, financial data and oversight.

Bureau chiefs, editors, media executives, civil society managers and HR directors are encouraged to nominate outstanding staff to attend the program to enhance their financial and business journalism excellence. For more information, please email: [email protected].

UNDERWRITTEN BY WITH SUPPORT FROM IMPLEMENTING PARTNER

BUSINESS SCHOOL

UNIVERSITY CONSORTIUM

GHANA INSTITUTE OF JOURNALISM THE UNIVERSITY OF ZAMBIA Specialised University for Communications