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Online Public Relations Degree Programs

Learn to manage organizational functions including: consumer, media, community, industry, and governmental relations.

When working as a Public Relation specialist individuals spend a great deal of time managing organizational functions including: consumer, media, community, industry, and governmental relations. Also, a PR specialist may write draft press releases, interact the with media, or even arrange speaking engagements.

The area of PR is estimated to grow quickly in the years to come, but keep in mind that for entry-level positions are considerably competitive. The average yearly income for an individual in a PR job varies depending on terms such as years of experience and level of degree, and ranges between $30,000.00 - $195,000.00.

Possible employment opportunities include:

  • PR firms
  • Government figures
  • Interest groups
  • Corporations
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Cost Not Available Would you like to explore the many ways in which public relations and marketing influence virtually every aspect of your life? Then earn your Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Public Relations and Marketing degree through Ashford University, and you can. A BA in Public Relations and Marketing is perfect for students pursuing professional careers in sales, advertising, corporate communications, events planning, or public relations. Instructors with real-world experience teach all the online classes in this degree program.

Applicants to this program must have a High school diploma or GED, be age 22 or older, have work experience, preferably full-time work experience and meet the writing proficiency standards of the College of External Studies. In addition, you can transfer up to 99 approved credits toward your degree and accelerate your graduation. Find out how the best marketing professionals succeed in capturing potential customers' attention, addressing their needs, and securing their business - all available through an online degree program through Ashford University.

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Cost $47,060

Walden Universities online B.S. in Business Administration - Public Relations degree program is the ideal program for any individuals who are looking to study ways to apply the principles and practices of public relations to generate positive publicity and media coverage.

As a part of this online degree in business administration program, students take a number of online public relations courses that will guide them in their study of:

  • Accounting
  • Introduction to Management and Leadership
  • Business Law
  • Operations
  • Marketing
  • Human Resource Management
  • Financial Management
  • Information Systems in Enterprise
  • Information Systems in Enterprise
  • Critical Thinking and Decision-Making
  • Entrepreneurship for Small Business
  • Business Capstone Project-Strategic
  • Management and Organizational Behavior
  • Microeconomics

In this public relations program, you will study ways to apply the principles and practices of public relations to generate positive publicity and media coverage, as well as develop the skills needed to create integrated messaging to improve media opportunities for your organization and to successfully manage internal and external communications.

As part of a community of other motivated adult learners and supportive faculty around the world, you'll be prepared for a growing number of job opportunities. You'll also be ready to continue your education in a range of graduate programs, including the M.B.A. offered in our School of Management, which is ranked in the top 10 largest online graduate programs for business by enrollment, according to Financial Times and U.S. News & World Report.

Students must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 24 years old.

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Cost $47,060

The online B.S. in Communication - Public Relations degree from Walden University was created to be a flexible option for students who are looking to develop a well-rounded understanding of the the many theories and practices that are the base of the public relations field.

Throughout the course of this online degree in public communications, students will study ways to craft effective messages and to use new and emerging technologies to communicate effectively in today's global information society.

Students in this online communication degree program will partake in a number of online public relations courses that will cover topics, such as:

  • Developing Student Portfolios for Communication
  • Introduction to Mass Communication
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Essentials of Group and Organizational Communication
  • Professional Writing for Successful Communication
  • Communicating Through Media and Technology
  • Communication and ThoughtPrinciples of Public Relations
  • Critical Thinking
  • Intercultural Communication

Whether you are pursuing a career in advertising, marketing, public relations, or promotions, or you are seeking to broaden your career options in other fields, Walden's B.S. in Communication will help you strengthen your communication skills and enhance your effectiveness in corporate, nonprofit, public sector, and community settings.

In this concentration, you can expand your understanding of the principles and practices of public relations, and directly apply them to real-world scenarios. These practices include identifying the best ways to build awareness or generate attention for individuals, organizations, products, and places. By the end of your program, you will have explored ways to build a consistent image and the messaging that can be carried through varied channels, including advertising, client relations and management, and crisis communication.

To inquire for Bachelor's-level degree, must have High School Diploma/GED or higher.

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Cost $24,025 Cardean University offers an M.A. in Communication Arts - Advertising and Public Relations degree program that requires 36 credit hours of study. Tuition is $665 per credit, with most courses being worth 3 credits. There is an $85 application fee. Read More
Cost $24,660

The online Master of Arts in Communication Arts - Advertising and Public Relations degree program from Ellis University offers its students a program that is based on the interaction of sound theoretical principles with the concepts found in aesthetic design and cultural studies.

This highly pragmatic method was created to enable individuals with the understanding of the processes that are necessary for creating effective professional advertising and public relations results.

This is an excellent degree program for those individuals who are wanting to further their careers by expanding their knowledge of various PR related areas, such as:

  • Writing
  • Media Planning and skills
  • Advertising Copy and Buying
  • Strategic Advertising Campaigns
  • Public Relations

This fully online degree in Public Relation and Advertising requires that applicants must have an accredited Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years work experience.

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Cost $38,610 The online Master of Professional Studies in Strategic Public Relations degree program at George Washington University has been created to position students to excel in the challenging profession of PR by integrating core public relations skills and the practical application of strategic thinking.

This online Masters degree digs deep into the depths of the field and covers a variety of areas, including communications, ethics, research, public policy, politics, and the emerging demands of new media.

This program has particular relevance to individuals in the public relations profession, and those who work in the public policy arena, the political arena, PR firms, and corporate and not-for-profit PR departments.

All applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.

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