Master's in Public Relations & Corporate Communications

Career Outlook

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In today’s market, there is 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.

What comes after a master's degree? Explore Careers in Public Relations.

Alumni of the Georgetown Public Relations & Corporate Communications program have gone on to assume positions including:

  • Account Supervisor, Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide
  • Senior Digital Strategist, Weber Shandwick
  • Communications Consultant, The World Bank
  • Communications Specialist at Oakley Specialist Master, Deloitte Consulting LLP
  • Corporate Communications Manager, DaVita Kidney Care
  • Global Corporate Communications Specialist, Hilton Worldwide
  • Vice President, Edelman
  • Vice President of Communications, Ecuador Mi Pais
  • Executive Communications Lead, Lockheed Martin
  • Social Media Manager, US Office of Personnel Management
  • Director of Marketing and Communications, Ovarian Cancer National Alliance
  • Press Representative, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
  • Senior Account Executive, Social Innovation Practice, Waggener Edstrom
  • Public Relations and Marketing Manager, White House Historical Association
  • Director of Communications and Outreach, Education Finance Council
  • Digital Strategist, OgilvyOne Worldwide
  • Strategic Communications Consultant, Partnership for Food Safety Education

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Average salary of PR managers $104,140 24% Percentage of PR managers with a master’s degree 85% of students say Georgetown’s program has made a significant impact on their career Where do people in this field work? Professional, scientific, and technical services 25% Educational services 14% Finance and insurance 11% Healthcare and social assistance 10% Information 9% Manufacturing 9%

Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Burning Glass Labor/Insight