CMIS Africa Refresher & Transition Courses in Business Journalism

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CMIS Africa Refresher & Transition Courses in Business Journalism

These targeted courses are designed for editors and reporters—both seasoned professionals seeking to update their skills and those transitioning from other beats or industries into business journalism.

 

The goal is to equip participants with the sector knowledge, analytical tools, and editorial skills needed to excel in financial, economic, and corporate reporting.

  • Practicing editors and reporters seeking to sharpen their business journalism expertise
  • Journalists from other beats (e.g., politics, general news, lifestyle) seeking to migrate into business and economic reporting.
  • Professionals from related industries (finance, corporate communications, research) entering journalism.

Program Model

  1. Sector Deep-Dives: Intensive modules on finance, markets, trade, industry, economic policy, and entrepreneurship.
  2. Editorial Skills Refreshers: Advanced editing, data interpretation, and headline framing for complex business topics.
  3. Practical Workshops: Real-time newsroom simulations, story pitching, and coverage planning.
  4. Digital Tools Training: Use of data analytics, financial databases, and multimedia tools to enhance reporting.
  5. Ethics & Accuracy: Modules on integrity, verification, and balanced reporting in business contexts.

Mission and Vision

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Expected Outcomes

  1. Confident, sector-savvy editors and reporters able to break down complex business concepts for diverse audiences.
  2. A pipeline of skilled professionals ready to take on leadership roles in business journalism.
  3. Improved accuracy, depth, and analytical rigour in business reporting across African newsrooms.

Delivery Format

  • Short Courses (2–4 weeks) – Intensive, full-time modules.
  • Weekend/Evening Classes – Flexible schedules for working journalists.
  • Hybrid Model – Combination of in-person and online learning for regional accessibility.

Certification

Participants receive a CMIS Africa Certificate in Business Journalism, co-signed by partner media associations and training institutions.

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