Strategic Communication Graduate Certificate

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Strategic Communication Graduate Certificate

Are you looking to work in public relations, digital media, social media, and other strategic communication-related positions? If you have earned a bachelor's degree in any background, consider a graduate-level strategic communication certificate at the University of Delaware. Credits earned for completing the online graduate certificate could go toward earning an online M.A. in strategic communication.

9 - 12 Months

Program Duration

Credit Hours

No GRE

Required

7 Week

Courses

100 %

Online Asynchronous

$1,149

Cost per Credit

UD Online

Program Outcomes

Graduates gain the core knowledge and skill set to effectively pursue their desired career within the fields of public relations, digital media, social media, and other strategic communication areas

An Award-Winning Program

The Online Master of Arts in Strategic Communication program was featured on the esteemed PRNEWS 2024 Education A-List. This accolade celebrates the commitment of higher education institutions to fostering career advancement within the fields of public relations and communications.

For an insider’s look into the field of strategic communication, view the recordings from our Inside the Industry speaker series.

Application Deadlines

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Our graduate application system is designed to put you in control of the application and all documents associated with it.

You’ll need:

A completed online application
A bachelor’s degree in any academic background from a regionally accredited institution
A current résumé
A GPA of at least 3.0. (If your GPA is below 3.0, you should still apply, as we take your strengths and skills in other areas into account.)
Unofficial copies of your transcripts (we'll need official versions once you're admitted)
2 Letters of recommendation
A personal statement

The online certificate program in strategic communication provides professional education and training at the graduate level with a focus on the following areas:

The basic principles a strategic communication professional faces.
The theoretical background necessary to understand how to create effective public relations, social media, and strategic communication campaigns.
The methodological skills required to test and understand the effectiveness of currently implemented campaigns.

Core Requirements:

COMM 702: Principles of Strategic Communication
COMM 703: Communication Research
COMM 728: Strategic Communication and Persuasion

Electives - must take one of the following:

COMM 707: Strategic Communication Ethics Credit(s): 3
COMM 719: Reputation Management Credit(s): 3
COMM 722: Crisis Communication Credit(s): 3
COMM 723: Strategic Communication Campaigns
COMM 725: Branding
COMM 729: Topics in Public Relations: Industry Specializations
COMM 731: Integrated Marketing
COMM 732: Social Media Campaigns
COMM 752: Sports Public Relations
COMM 754: Communication and Leadership Credit(s): 3
COMM 756: Strategic Communication Writing

We're Committed to Affordability

$1,149 Per Credit Hour

You could fund your program by receiving a grant, qualifying for federal or private loans, utilizing military benefits or pursuing employer tuition reimbursement. Our dedicated admissions and financial personnel will help you through the process, including enrolling in a payment plan if applicable.

With this degree, you’ll qualify for growing opportunities in strategic communication careers. You could pursue a role as a communications manager or director, public relations specialist, digital media specialist, social media manager and more. View Career Outcomes to see common career titles and salaries.

Check here regularly for Virtual Open Houses and Live Webinars with industry professionals.

Online Master of Arts in Strategic Communication Virtual Open House from March 12, 2026

Link: Watch Virtual Open House from March 12, 2026: https://capture.udel.edu/media/1_0bfondm8/