Description
Certification Name: Certified Professional Journalist
Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/JPJ/CPJ/V1
Eligibility: Graduation or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).
Objective:The Certified Professional Journalist course aims to equip participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills essential for modern journalism. The course focuses on developing proficiency in news gathering, reporting, writing, editing, and ethical standards of journalism. It emphasizes critical thinking, fact-checking, multimedia storytelling, and adapting to digital platforms.
Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.
Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional – International Certification and Assessment Body.
Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:
Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.
Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.
Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.
Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.
Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.
Step 6: After completion of online assessment, you can download your Certificate Immediately.
Assessment Modules:
Module 1: Introduction to Journalism: History of Journalism, Types of Journalism, Role of Journalists in Society, Ethics and Responsibilities, Media Laws and Regulations, Overview of Newsroom Structure
Module 2: Reporting Techniques: News Gathering Methods, Interviewing Skills, Research and Fact-Checking, Writing News Stories, Source Verification, Handling Breaking News
Module 3: Writing and Editing: News Writing Styles, Headline Writing, Feature Writing, Editorial Writing, Editing and Proofreading, Use of Language and Grammar
Module 4: Multimedia Journalism: Photojournalism Basics, Video Reporting, Audio Journalism and Podcasting, Social Media Reporting, Data Journalism, Multimedia Storytelling Tools
Module 5: Investigative Journalism: Principles of Investigative Reporting, Techniques for In-depth Research, Using Public Records, Legal Issues in Investigative Journalism, Protecting Sources, Ethical Challenges
Module 6: Journalism in the Digital Age: Digital Media Trends, Online News Platforms, SEO for Journalists, Mobile Journalism, Cybersecurity and Privacy, Audience Engagement and Analytics
GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:
- Duration- 60 minutes.
- Number of Questions- 30.
- Number of Questions from each module: 5.
- Language: English.
- Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
- Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
- There is no negative marking in any module.
| Marking System: | |||
| S.No. | No. of Questions | Marks Each Question | Total Marks |
| 1 | 10 | 5 | 50 |
| 2 | 5 | 4 | 20 |
| 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 |
| 4 | 5 | 2 | 10 |
| 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 |
| 30 | 100 | ||
| How Students will be Graded: | |||
| S.No. | Marks | Grade | |
| 1 | 91-100 | O (Outstanding) | |
| 2 | 81-90 | A+ (Excellent) | |
| 3 | 71-80 | A (Very Good) | |
| 4 | 61-70 | B (Good) | |
| 5 | 50-60 | P (Pass) | |
| 6 | 0-49 | F (Fail) | |
Benefits of Certification:
🌍 1. Global Recognition & Credibility – Stand out worldwide with a certification that opens doors across borders. Trusted by employers, respected by institutions, and recognized in over 100 countries.
📜 2. Quality Assurance through ISO Certification – Certified to global ISO standards, our programs deliver excellence, consistency, and a benchmarked learning experience that speaks for itself.
💼 3. Career Advancement & Employability – Enhances your resume and increases chances of promotions or job offers.
🤝 4. Non-Profit Trust Factor – Certifications from non-profit organizations are mission-driven rather than profit-driven.
📚 5. Access to Verified Learning & Resources – Often includes e-books, mock tests, and online support without hidden costs.
🔍 6. Transparency & Online Verification – Certifications come with a unique Enrolment ID for easy online verification by employers and institutions.
⏳ 7. Lifetime or Long-Term Validity – Certifications usually have lifetime validity or long-term recognition, reducing the need for frequent renewals.
