Cut through the crowded marketplace and inspire change with Georgetown University’s Master of Professional Studies in Public Relations & Corporate Communications.

A three-time winner of PRNEWS’s Education A-List Program of the Year, our program prepares you with the essential strategic communications, critical thinking, and creative skills that place you in high demand with today’s employers. You’ll develop a well-informed perspective of the professional communications and public relations landscape while learning how to think strategically and with a vision toward impact.

Our program regularly evolves its curriculum to align with the industry. You’ll study the latest communications trends and best practices that help you stay ahead of the curve in this fast-paced field. You’ll develop a strong foundation in strategy, writing, and ethics. Whether online or in the classroom, you’ll learn from communications executives and thought leaders who will share their expertise and experience across a range of specialties. You’ll also learn from guest lecturers from Fortune 100 companies, leading global nonprofits, government institutions, trade associations, and other prestigious and influential organizations.

Capitalizing on Georgetown’s broad partner network and location in Washington, D.C., all of our courses integrate real-world learning you can apply at work the very next day. You’ll have the opportunity to gain hands-on practice, build your portfolio, and expand your network.

Through the program's diverse courses, I've had the unique opportunity to immerse myself into different facets of the complex PR industry and explore next steps toward my professional journey.

Tiara Johnson Master's in Public Relations & Corporate Communications

Ideal for working professionals, our program is designed to fit your schedule. We offer flexible options to take classes online, on campus, or a combination of both—so you don’t have to interrupt your career to earn your degree.

Upon completing the program, you’ll be primed to become a strategic and forward-thinking leader who can successfully and ethically navigate the increasingly complex communications landscape.

*Tuition rates for each term are published annually, typically in February. Total tuition listed here reflects Fall semester of entry.