There are certain roles available for MA Journalism students with better career growth opportunities to the skilled professionals. The present article discusses some such roles that play a crucial role in one’s growth in the field of journalism.
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Political Risk Analyst
As a Political Risk Analyst, one is responsible to examine the issues such as economic conditions, crime levels, threat to conflict, government sterility and governance, trade and regulations or humanitarian and human rights issues and report the same in the newspaper and magazine articles.
Role of the Risk Analyst
As a risk analyst one is required to assist national and international policy making and strategies. They work in government organisations, NGOs, non-profit organisations and ensure that the required message is passed to the government.
Responsibilities of the Political Risk Analyst
As a Political Risk Analyst, one is needed to:
- Collect and analyse information from different sources, relating to a particular area of interest
- Monitor conditions and update intelligence platforms and database with trends and development
- Use modelling tools and data analytics to circulate risk scores
- Produce scenario modals and forecasts for different business or policy decisions or to assess the impact of political or international developments
- Write bespoke risk assessments and reports for clients, including offering recommendations about managing risks
- Research and write reports and articles on trends and developments in the region or section
- Deliver verbal briefings and presentations to clients and wider audiences on your research
- Develop and communicate regularly with a network of individuals and groups in the region of sector-including government, academic business and journalistic contacts
- Read local and sector specific press and publications to maintain up-to-date knowledge of political development
- Be updated with the latest developments in politics happening at international levels.
Earning Potential
- As a Political Risk Analyst, the fresh MA Journalism students will be earning around 5 lakhs to 7 lakhs per annum
- The senior and experienced professionals will be earning around
