Journalists and journalism students interested in furthering their understanding of media ethics can participate in an online course.

The online course, run by the Center for International Media Ethics (CIME), lasts five consecutive days.

Called "J-Ethinomics," a term that combines journalism, ethics and economics, the course is about using ethics to build trust in the news, sustaining demand for the media industry.

More generally, J-Ethinomics also highlights how the work of journalists impacts political and socio-economic development processes.

The course is open to all students and media professionals who are interested in media ethics issues. Students must log in at least four days out of five and complete all the assignments by the end of the course to receive the certificate.

The course is currently offered free of charge and the next session starts June 27.

CIME is a non-profit organization that brings together a network of journalists throughout the world to provide training, discussion and expertise in the ethics of their profession.

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