Global Certificate in Media Ownership and Cultural Diversity
-- viewing nowThe Global Certificate in Media Ownership and Cultural Diversity is a comprehensive course that equips learners with critical skills in media ownership and cultural diversity. This course is increasingly important in today's interconnected world, where media plays a significant role in shaping cultural perceptions and attitudes.
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• Media Ownership: An overview of media ownership, including the different types of media owners (e.g. individuals, corporations, governments) and the impact of media ownership on the news and entertainment we consume.
• Media Concentration: Examining the trend of media concentration, where a small number of companies own a large portion of the media landscape, and its impact on cultural diversity and democratic societies.
• Cross-Media Ownership: An analysis of cross-media ownership, where a single company owns media outlets across different platforms (e.g. television, radio, newspapers, online), and its potential consequences for competition, diversity, and pluralism.
• Regulation of Media Ownership: A study of the various regulatory approaches to media ownership around the world, including government intervention, self-regulation, and co-regulation, and their effectiveness in promoting cultural diversity and preventing the negative impacts of media concentration.
• Culture and Media: Exploring the relationship between media and culture, including how media can shape and reflect cultural values, norms, and identities, and how media ownership and concentration can impact cultural diversity.
• Diversity in Media: Examining the importance of diversity in media, including representation of different groups (e.g. racial, ethnic, gender, sexuality, class) and perspectives, and the role of media ownership and regulation in promoting or hindering diversity.
• Media Literacy: Developing critical thinking skills to analyze media messages and understand the role of media ownership and concentration in shaping those messages, with a focus on promoting media literacy as a tool for promoting cultural diversity and democratic societies.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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