‘Media Skills’ academy to offer the ‘Dale Bhagwagar Media Arts Scholarship’ to two meritorious students
In an unprecedented move, the renowned ‘Media Skills – New York Academy’ in Mumbai has announced the ‘Dale Bhagwagar Media Arts Scholarship’ for two deserving students interested in pursuing a career in the media and entertainment industry. This scholarship will cover the entire course fees, with only the government mandated tax being charged.
The scholarship is named after Dale Bhagwagar, India’s most famous publicist and crisis management expert, who recently conducted a captivating Masterclass at the academy. He has over three decades of experience in the news media and heads India’s top entertainment PR agency, Dale Bhagwagar Media Group. He is known as the ‘Father of Bollywood PR’, for having started India’s first entertainment PR agency and bringing organisation and structure to PR in Bollywood.
The scholarship is a testament to Bhagwagar’s commitment to nurturing young talent and the academy’s dedication to providing quality education. The academy will either conduct a test for the two students recommended by Bhagwagar, or accept his direct nomination of two deserving candidates.
The ‘Media Skills – New York Academy’ offers courses that are certified based on blockchain credentials, ensuring their recognition in 193 countries. Moreover, all courses include an AI awareness program and business coaching, equipping students with the necessary skills to become successful entrepreneurs in the media industry.
During his Masterclass, Bhagwagar shared his wealth of knowledge with the students, discussing the intricacies of handling celebrity events and media interactions effectively. He also shared valuable insights about the media and entertainment industry, known only to insiders. The PR guru emphasized the importance of maintaining ethical standards in the news media, a principle he refers to as his “balancing act” in PR.
The students were mesmerised by Bhagwagar’s insights and expressed their eagerness for continued guidance. In a rare gesture, Bhagwagar extended his support by sharing his contact information with the students, encouraging them to reach out for advice and guidance as they embark on their professional journeys.
The ‘Media Skills – New York Academy’ also honoured Dale Bhagwagar with the ‘No.1 PR in India’ award. This prestigious accolade recognizes Bhagwagar’s extraordinary contribution to the news media industry over the past three decades and his standing as the most trusted publicist in the country. The award further cements Bhagwagar’s reputation as a leading figure in the Indian entertainment industry and underscores the academy’s commitment to acknowledging and celebrating excellence in the field of media and PR.
The ‘Media Skills – New York Academy’, founded in 2018, is a pioneer in media courses pertaining to VR, AR, and AI technologies in broadcasting, TV, films, music, entertainment and business management. The academy is committed to providing comprehensive, hands-on training in media skills to help students achieve their professional goals.
With the introduction of the ‘Dale Bhagwagar Media Arts Scholarship’, the academy has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering creativity, innovation and ethical practices in the media industry. This initiative is set to provide a platform to deserving students to propel their careers in the media and entertainment industry under the guidance of one of Indian film industry’s most respected, prolific and renowned publicists.