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Knight-Bagehot Fellowship: Study business and economics at Columbia University

 JournalismPakistan.com |  Published: 6 June 2024

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Knight-Bagehot Fellowship: Study business and economics at Columbia University
The Knight-Bagehot Fellowship program provides a unique opportunity for mid-career journalists to study business and economics. It offers certificates and a Master's degree in journalism.

The Knight-Bagehot Fellowship in Economics and Business Journalism provides mid-career journalists with the unique opportunity to deepen their knowledge in business, economics, and finance, while also gaining a comprehensive understanding of the business of journalism. This yearlong, full-time program offers three academic tracks: two leading to a certificate in economics and business journalism and one culminating in a Master of Arts degree in journalism.

The fellowship accepts up to ten fellows annually, covering their tuition fees and providing a stipend to help with living expenses. Eligible applicants should have a minimum of four years of experience in business journalism and hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited university. International journalists are encouraged to apply.

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Application deadline: January 31, 2025 (estimated).

KEY POINTS:

  • Yearlong fellowship for mid-career journalists.
  • Covers tuition fees and provides living expense stipends.
  • Accepts up to ten fellows annually.
  • Eligible applicants need four years of experience.
  • International journalists are encouraged to apply.

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