Placement Statistics Overview
The placement statistics for Media Studies graduates at Alard University Pune reflect the strong demand for our program's output in the media industry. Over the past five years, our students have consistently secured positions in leading organizations across diverse sectors, demonstrating the value of our comprehensive curriculum and industry collaborations.
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18,00,000 | 6,50,000 | 6,00,000 | 94% | 42 |
| 2023 | 16,50,000 | 6,20,000 | 5,80,000 | 92% | 38 |
| 2022 | 15,00,000 | 5,90,000 | 5,50,000 | 90% | 34 |
| 2021 | 13,50,000 | 5,50,000 | 5,00,000 | 88% | 30 |
| 2020 | 12,00,000 | 5,00,000 | 4,50,000 | 85% | 26 |
Top Recruiting Companies
Our graduates are highly sought after by leading companies in the media industry. The following list includes top recruiters who regularly visit our campus for recruitment:
- Netflix India: Offers roles in content strategy, user experience research, and data analytics.
- Disney+ Hotstar: Provides opportunities in content creation, social media management, and audience engagement strategies.
- Google India: Seeks graduates for roles in data science, machine learning, and product development related to digital media platforms.
- Meta (Facebook) India: Recruits students for positions in marketing analytics, privacy policy research, and platform innovation.
- WPP Group: Offers internships and full-time roles in brand management, campaign strategy, and digital marketing.
- Sony Pictures Networks: Provides opportunities in production, content distribution, and cross-platform media management.
- Adobe India: Seeks graduates for roles in multimedia design, creative software development, and user experience research.
- LinkedIn India: Offers positions in talent acquisition, content marketing, and community engagement.
- Pinterest India: Recruits students for roles in visual discovery platforms, user behavior analysis, and content curation strategies.
- Spotify India: Provides opportunities in data analytics, music recommendation systems, and user experience design.
- TikTok India: Offers internships and full-time positions in content trends, algorithm insights, and creative challenges.
- Microsoft India: Seeks graduates for roles in AI-driven media applications, cloud computing, and software development.
- Twitter India: Provides opportunities in social media strategy, data analysis, and platform optimization.
- Uber India: Offers roles in content marketing, user experience research, and digital product development.
- Zomato: Recruits students for digital marketing campaigns, brand storytelling, and customer engagement strategies.
Sector-wise Analysis of Recruitment Trends
The Media Studies program at Alard University Pune prepares students for diverse career paths across multiple sectors. Here's a breakdown of recruitment trends by sector:
IT/Software Sector
Graduates from our program are increasingly finding roles in IT and software companies, particularly those involved in digital media platforms, content delivery networks, and data analytics. Companies like Google, Microsoft, and Meta offer positions in product development, user experience design, and AI-driven applications.
Core Engineering Sector
Some students transition into core engineering roles, especially in areas related to multimedia systems, digital signal processing, and network infrastructure. These roles often involve working on platforms that deliver high-quality media content to users.
Finance Sector
The finance sector also attracts graduates with strong analytical skills, particularly those specializing in media analytics or digital marketing. Roles include financial analyst positions in investment banks, hedge funds, and fintech startups where media performance data is used for decision-making.
Consulting & Analytics
Consulting firms often seek our graduates for roles involving market research, audience analysis, brand strategy, and digital transformation initiatives. These positions require students to combine their media expertise with business acumen.
PSUs
Government-owned enterprises in the media and communication sectors also recruit our graduates, particularly for roles in public awareness campaigns, content regulation, and digital literacy initiatives.
Internship Season
The internship season at Alard University Pune is highly competitive, with top companies offering internships to students based on academic performance, project experience, and interview results. Internships typically begin in the second semester of the third year and last for 6-8 months.
| Company | Internship Stipend (INR) | Role Description |
|---|---|---|
| Netflix India | 40,000/month | Content Strategy Internship |
| Disney+ Hotstar | 35,000/month | Social Media Marketing Internship |
| Google India | 45,000/month | Data Science Internship |
| Meta (Facebook) India | 42,000/month | Platform Innovation Internship |
| WPP Group | 30,000/month | Brand Management Internship |
| Sony Pictures Networks | 32,000/month | Content Production Internship |
| Adobe India | 38,000/month | Multimedia Design Internship |
| LinkedIn India | 36,000/month | Content Marketing Internship |
| Pinterest India | 34,000/month | User Behavior Analysis Internship |
| Spotify India | 37,000/month | Music Recommendation Internship |
| TikTok India | 40,000/month | Content Trend Analysis Internship |
| Microsoft India | 43,000/month | AI in Media Applications Internship |
| Twitter India | 35,000/month | Social Media Strategy Internship |
| Uber India | 39,000/month | Digital Product Development Internship |
| Zomato | 33,000/month | Digital Marketing Campaign Internship |
Internships provide students with real-world experience and often lead to full-time job offers. Many companies offer PPOs (Pre-Placement Offers) to outstanding interns, providing them with a guaranteed job upon completion of their studies.