Communication Professional Writing Online Degree

Is an online degree in Communication - Professional Writing right for you?

If you are interested in learning how to use emerging technologies to communicate effectively to the public in today’s world, consider a BA in Communication degree with a Professional Writing concentration. SNHU’s Communication - Professional Writing degree program emphasizes the professional skills necessary to navigate the wide band of context that today’s writing requires, including the web and social media. Hand-in-hand with these skills goes the analysis and problem-solving necessary to keep up with cultural and technological changes.

Employers often cite good communication skills as one of the most critical qualifications in a prospective employee.  An online degree in Communication with a concentration in Professional Writing strengthens your ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, clients and the general public.

Why a BA in Communications - Professional Writing online degree at SNHU?

As a private, nonprofit accredited university, SNHU focuses on ensuring you learn the skills you need to succeed.  When you enroll in the Communication - Professional Writing degree program you will be exposed to critical skills in thinking, writing, research, strategic planning and execution. The concentration places an emphasis on rhetoric and a career orientation designed to prepare students as specialists in corporate, government, agency and nonprofit communications.

Learn rhetorical theory and industry-specific concepts that help build your research and writing skills.  

• Quality education at one of the most affordable tuition rates available
• Complete course work in many areas of the field, gaining experience with business communication, integrating writing with graphic design and public relations.  
• High quality instruction from our English Department Faculty. 
• Professors and instructors who actively involved in their student success. 
• Accredited by New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

Employment Opportunities

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook 2012-2013, "Employment of public relations specialists is expected to grow 21 percent from 2010 to 2020, much faster than the average for all occupations. The need for good public relations in an increasingly competitive and global business environment should spur demand for these workers, especially those with specialized knowledge or international experience."

Careers for Communications graduates include:

• Public Relations
• Media Relations
• Employee Relations
• Reporter
• Corporate Communications Specialist
• Advertising
• Copywriting
• Training & Development Specialist Lobbyist
• Account Executive
• Speech Writer

Visit our Career Development Center online to learn more about career opportunities in Communications.

Transfer of Credit

If you are a student who wants transfer to SNHU or simply want to finish what you’ve  started, we try to make transferring as easy as possible. We will accept up to 90 transferred academic credits and we automatically complete an official credit evaluation as part of the application review process.
Request an unofficial preliminary transfer credit evaluation to see how many of your credits will transfer

SNHU's Online degree programs meet the needs of today's students while at the same time ensuring educational quality and real-world applicability. Contact us to learn more about the SNHU difference.