Earn a master’s in Communication online degree and gain the broad, practical knowledge you need to move up and stay ahead in media, marketing, PR and all communication fields.
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Whether it’s for a product, an event or a cause, you’re on a mission to bring people over to your side. Discover ways to win hearts and minds through technology.
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All the apps in the world are no substitute for human collaboration. Examine the economics and logistics of building a team to bring your media strategy to life.
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Put it all together! Create your campaign, launch it, manage it, measure it and respond when it trends up. Or down.
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Is your personal brand a winner? Why does good design matter? How are ethics and the law keeping up with technology? Explore these and other issues in 12 courses.
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In a 24/7 world, the scrutiny never stops. Learn technology and tactics that show brands in their best light and keep them there.
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Persuasive messages have always spoken to people. But today, they also have to suit their media — and one size does not fit all. Learn the craft of writing for a new media age.
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There will always be something “new” about “new media.” Harness rapidly evolving media technologies to take the lead and stay on top in your field.
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From PR to policy, your finely tuned skills can help others create their own healthier futures.
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MA in Communication Online Degree Keeps Pace with Modern Media
Virtually every profession values communicators who can shape messages with technology—and keep up with media as it changes. SNHU’s master’s in Communication online degree is grounded in the hands-on application of current communications practices, so you can immediately use what you learn in your profession.
This program isn’t the typical communication degree that you’ll find elsewhere, steeped in traditional theory and boring research coursework. This 36-credit program has been newly designed for individuals pursuing a variety of exciting communication related careers, such as public relations, marketing, social media, journalism, advertising, and organizational communication, among other fields. Students in this program will build their skill set with coursework in areas, such as social media practices, reputation management, personal and corporate brand building, writing for digital platforms, ethics, and marketing campaign design.
Select communication electives that fit your interests or choose to focus in one of our two MA Communication online concentration areas:
- Master of Arts in Communication / Health Communication
- Master of Arts in Communication / Public Relations
- Master of Arts in Communication / New Media & Marketing
Advantages of SNHU's Master's in Communication Online Degree
- Earn your master’s from an accredited, not-for-profit university.
- 100% online classes fit your demanding schedule.
- No math/data coursework—curriculum focuses strictly on communications practices.
- Earn your master’s in Communication online degree in as few as 18 months, with two courses per 11-week term.
Admission Requirements for the Master's in Communication
Please submit the following:
- Statement of Purpose: A 500-word essay that addresses your interest in the communication field and defends a position on the impact that technology has had, and will continue to have, on the field.
- A professionally written writing sample from your field or previous educational studies (i.e. editorial story, press release, research paper, communication plan, etc). Sample must be 2-5 pages, double-spaced, with citations as needed. Analysis, research, technical writing and business writing are also acceptable.