Strategic Communication Graduate Certificate

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

You’ll need:

1. A completed online application
2. A bachelor’s degree in any academic background from a regionally accredited institution
3. A current résumé
4. 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.)
5. Unofficial copies of your transcripts (we'll need official versions once you're admitted)
6. 2 Letters of recommendation
7. 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.

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Applications are accepted until the first day of the fall and spring semesters. The Academic Calendar can be found here.