Established in 2005, the MET Institute of Mass Media (MET IMM) is a prominent division of the Mumbai Educational Trust. Located in Mumbai, MET IMM is recognized as one of the leading institutions for Mass Media and Communication in India. The institute blends academic theory with hands-on project work, enabling students to develop sharp intuitive and practical skills essential for thriving in the dynamic media industry.
Table of Contents
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Highlights
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Awards & Rankings
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Courses Offered
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Admission Process
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Eligibility Criteria
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Infrastructure & Facilities
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Esteemed Faculty
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Alumni Network
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Placement Process
MET Institute of Mass Media (MET IMM) Highlights
| Feature |
Details |
| Type of Institute |
Private |
| Year of Establishment |
2005 |
| Certification |
ISO 9001:2015 |
| Entrance Exam |
MET CET |
| Infrastructure Facilities |
Library, Studio Complex, Conference Room, Classrooms, Wi-Fi Campus |
| Programme Offered |
Post Graduate Programme in Mass Communication & Media Management (PGP MCMM) |
MET Institute of Mass Media (MET IMM)'s Awards & Rankings
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QS I-GAUGE: Awarded DIAMOND rating overall.
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Marksmendaily: Named ‘Prestigious Education Brand 2024-25’.
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Edutainment Awards 2024: Won Silver for Best Digital Media School (All India).
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World Education Awards 2019: ‘Outstanding Institute for Mass Media Management of the Year’.
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Edutainment Awards 2017: Ranked 4th in Advertising & PR, and 9th among Post-Graduate Media Schools.
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UNAOC & Global Dialogue Foundation 2016: Awarded 'Unity in Diversity Educational Institute'.
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Edutainment Show 2015: 4th Best Marketing Communication & Advertising School and 4th Regional Best Media School (West).
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Edutainment Show 2014: 6th Best Advertising School in India.
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Times of India: Ranked as a top emerging B-school for its specialised media programmes.
MET Institute of Mass Media (MET IMM) Courses Offered
Post Graduate Programme in Mass Communication & Media Management (PGP MCMM)
Specialisations:
- Advertising & Public Relations
- Entertainment
- Journalism
- Digital Marketing
- Cinematic Storytelling
- Creative Technology & Immersive Media
The program encourages students to break away from conventional thinking and explore the creative possibilities of mass communication. It integrates classroom learning with real-world exposure through projects and industry interaction.
MET Institute of Mass Media (MET IMM) Application Process
MET Institute of Mass Media (MET IMM) Eligibility Criteria
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Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks at graduation
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Final-year students appearing for examinations are also eligible to apply
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Selected candidates must submit proof of graduation before programme commencement
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Admission will be cancelled if proof is not submitted on time
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Fees paid will not be refunded in case of cancellation
MET Institute of Mass Media (MET IMM) Selection Process
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Limited seats make the selection process highly competitive and rigorous
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The process evaluates academic ability, along with aptitude for the dynamic and creative media industry
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Candidates are assessed on their ability to:
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Handle uncertainty and pressure
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Work under tight deadlines and client expectations
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Demonstrate proactiveness, initiative, and creativity in problem-solving
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Selection Components:
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Creativity CET
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Personal Interview
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Management reserves the right to:
MET Institute of Mass Media (MET IMM) Placement
MET Institute of Mass Media (MET IMM) provides excellent placement support, helping students build careers with reputed media, advertising, and digital companies. With a highest package of INR 8 LPA, the institute’s hands-on learning and industry exposure prepare students for real-world success.
- The highest package offered was INR 8 LPA.
MET Institute of Mass Media (MET IMM) Infrastructure & Facilities
MET IMM is equipped with world-class academic and technical infrastructure:
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Digitally enabled library with 64,000+ books, 200 periodicals, and 30,000+ online resources
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Wi-Fi enabled campus
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High-tech studio complex with recording rooms and high-resolution cameras
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State-of-the-art classrooms, labs, and conference rooms
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A modern convention centre
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Recreational zones
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MET World of Music (MWM) initiative for cultural development
MET Institute of Mass Media (MET IMM) Esteemed Faculty
| Name |
Designation / Profile |
| Dr. Priya Menon Nair |
Director, MET Institute of Mass Media |
| Mr. Mahesh Chauhan |
Founder Director – Salt Brand Solutions; B.Tech, IIT Bombay |
| Mr. Bobby Pawar |
Former Chairman & CCO – Havas Media Group |
| Dr. Yogesh Dhanjani |
Associate Professor, MET Institute of Mass Media |
| Mr. Rahul Srivastava |
Film Writer, Editor & Director |
| Mr. Yusuf Shaikh |
Founder & CEO – ANTA CINEMA (Yen Movie Studios Pvt. Ltd.) |
| Ms. Rashmi Kaushik |
Innovative Education Consultant / Visiting Faculty |
| Mr. Rajkamal Pandey |
Senior Group Head – Adfactors PR |
| Mr. Parveen Thakur |
Digital Media Consultant – Nine Dots Technology |
| Mr. Franco John Patil |
DGM – PR & Marketing, Red Dot Representation (Tamarind Global Pvt. Ltd.) |
| Mr. Shreeraj Nair |
Independent Motion Graphics, Design & VFX Trainer – MographNair |
| Ms. Priyanka Surve |
Founding Partner & Creative Director – Motley |
| Mr. Viv Alfred Williams |
Director, Creative Director, Executive Producer & Filmmaker |
| Ms. Althea Shah |
Marketing, PR & Events Professional |
| Mr. Sumit Vaswani |
Lead Curator – Aditya Birla Capital |
| Mr. Anish Sarai |
Professional Photographer & Cinematographer – Nykaa, Vogue.in |
| Mr. Aakash Chatterjee |
Co-Founder & CCO – 5W1H |
| Mr. Baidujya Saikia |
Co-Founder – Parallel Film |
| Mr. Sumedh Paralkar |
Digital Marketing Manager – MET |
| Mr. Sandeep Shaminami |
Senior Manager AVOD – AHA |
| Ms. Nirzari Bhide |
Business Professional |
| Ms. Kalpana Rane |
Feature Editor – Dainik Saamana; Diploma in Journalism & Communication Skills |
| Mr. Arghya Saha |
Director – Business Growth & Planning (Ex-Publicis Groupe, Ex-5W1H) |
Alumni Network
MET IMM takes pride in its alumni who are shaping the media and communication world:
| Name |
Current Role |
Specialization / Department |
| Anish Raul |
Senior Manager – Brand Strategy, The Glitch |
Brand Strategy |
| Chetan Dubey |
Deputy Brand Manager, Parle Products |
Marketing |
| Jainam Vora |
Marketing & PR Manager – ALT Balaji / Balaji Motion Pictures |
Marketing & PR |
| Harshal Sasane |
Senior YouTube Executive, Ultra Media & Entertainment Pvt Ltd |
Digital Media |
| Disha Mooljee |
PR professional at Hanmer MSL India, Kolkata |
Advertising / PR |
| Ganesh Kumar Prabhakar |
Advertising professional |
Advertising |
| Hormaz Fatakia |
Journalist |
Journalism |
| Juhi Modi |
Advertising professional |
Advertising |
| Kanishka Tomar |
Advertising professional |
Advertising |
| Kunal Rathi |
Journalist |
Journalism |
| Mayanka A Sharma |
Journalist |
Journalism |
| Mitesh Mehta |
Entertainment (Aspiring Filmmaker) |
Entertainment |
| Namrata Tanksale |
Entertainment professional (Kwan Entertainment) |
Entertainment |
| Nishita Sharma |
Advertising professional |
Advertising |
| Pranjali Moghe |
Business Associate, Millennium Organization |
Advertising |
| Pratik Parab |
Entertainment professional (Zee TV) |
Entertainment |
| Prerna Bagaria |
Founder, MannMela (Children’s learning experiences) |
Advertising |
| Priyanka Deorukhkar |
Advertising professional – Madison OOH |
Advertising |
| Raghavendra Chaudhary |
Entertainment professional |
Entertainment |
| Royson Almeida |
Media Manager / Media Buyer, Wavemaker – Group M |
Advertising |
| Shachita Madki |
Digital Marketing Strategist – 1take media |
Advertising |
| Shilpa Dubey |
Associate Editor, Retail Jeweller Magazine |
Journalism |
| Soumya Ameria |
Journalism & Public Relations professional |
Journalism & PR |
| Sreyoshi Dutta |
Journalist |
Journalism |
| Swapnil Suvarna |
Advertising professional – Excel Entertainment LLP |
Advertising |
| Vidushi Gaur |
Management Trainee – Celebrity Management & Solutions, Madison MATES |
Advertising |
MET Institute of Mass Media (MET IMM) Placement Process
From day one, students are mentored by industry leaders and prepared for professional excellence. MET IMM’s placement cell offers:
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Career services and industry exposure
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Live projects throughout the academic year
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Placement opportunities in leading companies
Top Recruiters Include:
| Ogilvy |
dentsu AEGIS |
Miss Malini |
ZEE TV |
Chiligari |
SoCheers |
T-Series |
| Hindustan Times |
LoveChild by Masaba |
VMLY&R |
GroupM |
White Rivers Media |
Viacom18 |
MTV |
| BIG FM |
Lowe Lintas |
RedFox Media House |
Mateswala |
Mudra Group |
Publicis Groupe |
Madison World |
| Network18 |
STAR |
JWT |
TBWA |
The Glitch |
Lodestar UM |
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