The public relations online degree program will hone your writing, research and creative skills, allowing you to advance in your career in the field of communication. This program teaches not only the mechanics of writing and design for various audiences, but asks students to think critically about current trends in public relations, marketing and advertising, and asks students to develop an ethical viewpoint from which to practice public relations professionally.
Our program is 100% online, taught primarily by published public relations experts, and is built for working professionals who need flexibility but demand a quality program at an affordable price.
Students will recognize the skills they have already built within the workforce and tailor them to the practices of public relations. Graduates will exit the program with skills and experience in:
Writing
Design
Crisis communication practices
Brand development
Knowledge of best practices in areas related to reputation management and repair
Students will also understand strategic processes used to reach measurable goals and have the capability to design and implement research used to evaluate programs and campaigns. Graduates leave the program with the confidence required to work in the field of public relations.
Program Format
100% online courses
Offered in three-, five- and eight-week terms
Students will have a consistent learning platform and format to ensure seamless transition from course to course. Instructors and professors are readily available and experienced in their field of expertise and online learning practices. Courses will build in content and concepts and are structured in a purposeful sequence. The program concludes with a capstone project.
What can I do with a degree in public relations?
Employment of public relations specialists is expected to grow 9% through 2026, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Public relations graduates often work in the following fields:
Corporate Firms and Departments
Entertainment
Tourism
Sports
Non-profit Departments
Healthcare
Education
Politics and Government
Global/International Arenas
Examples of job responsibilities/titles:
Brand journalism
Content creation
Marketing communication
Advertising
Public affairs/lobbying
Sales and customer relations
Crisis communication
Event planning
Internal communication
Media relations
Reputation management
Social media management
Non-profit management
Community relations
Campaign planning
Speech writing
Program planning
*O preço é estimado e tem caráter informativo, por favor, verifique esta informação com a instituição.
1 April 2024, 1 October 2024
Data de início
19 Agosto 2024, 13 Janeiro 2025
Students seeking a bachelor’s degree from SIUE who have never attended a college or university, and those who may have taken some coursework at a college or university outside the U.S. but do not currently hold a bachelor’s degree.
English proficiency requirement:
TOEFL: 72
IELTS: 6.0 (no component score under 5.5)
PTE: 50
Duolingo: 110
Os requisitos para o IELTS podem variar de acordo com o curso que você escolher.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) é uma instituição pública nacionalmente reconhecida que oferece cursos acessíveis de alta qualidade.