Public Relations Degree Online

Is an online degree in Communication – Public Relations 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 with a Public Relations concentration.  The concentration places an emphasis on building mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their public audiences. SNHU’s Communication program prepares graduates for careers in corporate, government, agency and nonprofit public relations.

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 Public Relations will help you strengthen your ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, clients and the general public.

Why a BA in Communications - Public Relations 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 – Public Relations degree program you will be exposed to critical skills in thinking, writing, research, strategic planning and execution. Public speaking classes leverage widely available technology to promote research and speaking skills that are essential to the communications professional.

• Learn public relations theory and industry-specific concepts that help build your public speaking, presentation and interviewing 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, graphic design and public relations.  
• High quality instruction from our English Department Faculty. 
• Professors and instructors who are 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.