Alphabet Media Academy Produces 300 Graduates Since Inception, Set to Launch Online Programmes
Alphabet Media Academy (AMA), one of Nigeria’s leading media and advertising schools, has announced that it has produced over 300 graduates since it commenced operations. It also revealed that it is developing a short-term online programme with key and interesting modules for intending students.
The management of the school disclosed this at the inaugural graduation ceremony in Lagos where 38 students graduated. The event was held at Sheba Event Center, Ikeja Lagos with the theme: “The 21st Century Media Advertising Trajectories: The Need for Data and its Analysis”. The graduating students were issued Post Graduate Certificates in Media Management (PGCMM) and Post Graduate Diploma in Media Management (PGDMM).
Noteworthy, AMA was conceived in 2014 and launched on February 20, 2018, to provide post-graduate media advertising training for new entrants interested in the media advertising profession and young executives already working in the industry.
Speaking at the graduation ceremony, Eki Aduzufeh, Chief Executive Officer, AMA, said “After five (5) years and counting we are very certain the future of AMA looks brighter than ever. We are constantly updating and upgrading our curriculum and facilities to be in tune with the trends in the industry. We are developing a short-term online programme with key and interesting modules that will allow those who might not have the luxury of time to be in class for a minimum of 10 weeks to take advantage of such short and customized courses to enhance their knowledge base.”
Similarly, Femi Adelusi, President Media Independence Practitioners Association of Nigeria (MIPAN)/ Faculty Lead, AMA explained that the academy plans to expand its reach to more students by leveraging digital platforms.
In his words, “Over the next few years, we plan to convert some of our courses to online modular courses; we have got enquiries from clients and students who want courses that are specific to understanding media, measurements, and performance that do have the time to do the 13 weeks or 4 weeks programmes of weekends. So, they are looking for snackable content where they can at their own time take the courses and write the exams. We are also looking to partner with technology companies like Google who have indicated interest in the knowledge development in the media industry.”
On his part, the Chairman, Alphabet Media Academy, Vincent Oyo stated that the school is producing talents that would shape the future of media advertising in the country and Africa.
Going down memory lane on what inspired the establishment of the academy, Oyo said “This concept was thought out by three Media Advertising professionals who met in 2014 to advance the profession to an enviable level and in a sustainable way. It is designed to refine the quality of training available to our colleagues on the field with a commitment to continually upscaling the same in line with global standards.”