BA/MA Media & Strategic Communication and Public Relations

Our combined BA/MA dual degree program in Public Relations allows you to streamline your studies and to complete your bachelor's and master's degrees in just five years. In this program, you'll receive rigorous training, centered on proven business principles and consulting models, in traditional, small-class seminars as well as fully online courses.You can specialize in your area of interest: corporate communications, non-profit communications, or sports and entertainment public relations. In each, you will gain practical experience working with corporations, agencies, and media outlets to hone your creative and analytical skills in real-world settings.Through specialization in one of three areas---corporate communications, non-profit communications, or sports and entertainment public relations---you'll learn how to meet both the strategical and tactical communication demands of modern organizations. You'll also learn the planning, writing, production, and analytical skills needed to succeed .You'll benefit from the program's continuous responsiveness to the rapid evolution of industry needs, which is guided by input from alumni and communications professionals who teach part-time or serve on the department's professional advisory council. You'll gain practical experience with corporations, agencies and media outlets. and build the foundation for professional growth throughout your career.