Pulitzer Prize nominee Melita Garza teaches at the Texas Christian University Bob Schieffer College of Communication. A journalist herself, Melita Garza educates students preparing for careers in fields such as business journalism. In addition to academic training, the following are tips for aspiring business journalists:
1. Create a strong resume featuring internship work. Build your portfolio through internships with news agencies or even campus-based news outlets.
2. Consider getting a degree in business. The skill of writing a substantial report comes only with knowledge about the industry. As such, employers often prefer candidates with a background in business.
3. Find a niche. Whether you focus on the stock market or online trading, choosing one or two topics of specialization will make you fluent in a specific niche, thus building credibility.
