Same program, new name. Starting Fall 2027, our Master’s in Public Relations & Corporate Communications is becoming the Master’s in Strategic Communications. The curriculum, credit hours, and faculty remain identical. Applicants for Spring and Summer 2027 will still enroll under the Public Relations & Corporate Communications program name before the official transition to Strategic Communications in Fall 2027.
For more information about the current program, please see the Master’s in Public Relations & Corporate Communications page.
In today’s market, there is a growing demand for communicators who can address the increasingly complex challenges organizations are facing. Our program equips you with the well-rounded expertise and leadership skills necessary to not only tackle these challenges but also add value to any organization.
The hands-on nature of our curriculum provides ample opportunities to expand your network, refine your skills, and build your portfolio. By the time you graduate, you’ll have the contemporary tools you need to secure not only your next job, but also every job after.
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The applied curriculum and real-world client work exposed me to what being an independent consultant could be like, and it gave me the confidence to go for it. I use the PRCC strategic planning model with all of my clients, and I think back to things taught in classes like Social Media, Media Relations, SEO, Cause Consulting, and even Ethics on a regular basis.
Alumni have gone on to assume positions including:
- Vice President of Communications, The Washington Post
- Senior Vice President of Social Media, Wells Fargo
- Account Director, Edelman
- Senior Account Supervisor, Ogilvy Worldwide
- Corporate Communications Manager, Hilton
- Vice President of Corporate Communications, L'Oreal
- Press Representative, The Kennedy Center
- Director of Marketing and Communications, National Cherry Blossom Festival
- Program Director, National League of Cities
- Marketing Manager, U.S. Green Building Council
- Communications Director, U.S. Senate
- Chief of Staff, U.S. House
- Vice President of Communications, The Sugar Association
- Director of Luxury Brand Marketing, Capital One
- Communications Director, Glen Echo Group
- Communications Senior Manager, BP
- Communications Manager, Target
- Founder, ColorComm
- Vice President of Public Affairs, SKDK
- Communications Associate, J.P. Morgan Chase
- Policy Communications Manager, Intel
- Senior Vice President, Weber Shandwick
- Marketing Manager, Georgetown University
- Client Delivery Manager, McKinsey
- Public Affairs Specialist, U.S. Air Force
- Communications Manager, KPMG
- Entertainment Industry Liaison, U.S. Army
- Senior Content Specialist, The Knot
- Communications Manager, Pizza Hut
- Change Management Communications Manager, Totem
- Senior Talent Advisor, Nestlé
- Senior Communications Representative, Lockheed Martin
- Federal Government Relations Director, USAA
- Special Assistant to the CEO, The ONE Campaign
- Spokesperson, U.S. Department of Defense
Same program, new name. Starting Fall 2027, our Master’s in Public Relations & Corporate Communications is becoming the Master’s in Strategic Communications. If you’re interested in applying for Spring or Summer 2027, applicants will still enroll under the Master’s in Public Relations & Corporate Communications program name. Please refer to the program page for more information.
If you’re interested in applying for Fall 2027, applicants will enroll under the new Master’s in Strategic Communications program name. The curriculum, credit hours, and faculty remain identical.
