The fellowship is a two-week programme and starts in August. It provides members of the business press with a better understanding of banking. Applicants must have at least three years of professional experience. The fellowships include board, materials, room, and tuition but does not cover transportation costs. The programme offers structured workshops for strengthening editorial skills and knowledge of new technology.
Fellows rotate through all news divisions in Atlanta, Georgia in the United States.
Applicants must be employees of organizations that contribute to the CNN World Report. Applicants must be proficient in English and have little substantial previous travel to the United States. Priority is given to editors from countries in transition to democratic rule. It concludes with a couple of days of professional group activities and the final evaluation of the programme in New York City. The California State University at Chico is accepting applications for a four-year undergraduate degree in journalism and a two year master's degree in communications.