Graduate Certificate in Public Relations
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Public Relations program provides 12 credit hours of coursework, including courses in ethics, strategic communication, research, crisis communications, and digital media. Students can complete the program in as little as one year by taking courses part-time in live, interactive classes offered face-to-face, online, or in a hybrid format.
Program Outline
Outline:
The Graduate Certificate in Public Relations program curriculum consists of 12 credit hours of coursework. Students can complete the program in as little as 1 year by taking courses part-time. The program format offers live, interactive classes that can be taken face-to-face, online, or a hybrid of both. The following courses are required for the program:
- COMM 505: Public Relations Ethics (3 credit hours)
- COMM 506: Strategic Communication Theory (3 credit hours)
- COMM 507: Public Relations Research and Evaluation (3 credit hours)
- COMM 515: Crisis Communications (3 credit hours)
- COMM 516: Graphic Design for Public Relations (3 credit hours)
- COMM 518: Promotions and Event Planning (3 credit hours)