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MPS Strategic Communications at Pennsylvania State University

Pennsylvania State University, United States

Programme overview

The MPS degree in Strategic Communications is a program of study for individuals who are in the early and middle stages of their strategic communications careers, currently in or aspiring to managerial positions. The content of the program will be appropriate for such individuals employed in a wide range of functional specialties and industry sectors, including advertising, public relations, and strategic communications.

Faculty: The Graduate School  |  Duration: 30 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

Total required credits for the MPS: at least 30 credits at the 400, 500, or 800 level; at least 27 must be at the 500 or 800 level, with at least 6 at the 500 level. Courses include Strategic Communications: Theory and Implementation, Strategic Communications Industry, Digital Media Analytics I, Ethics and Decision Making in Strategic Communications, Strategic Communications Campaigns (Capstone Course).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants apply for admission to the program via the J. Jeffrey and Ann Marie Fox Graduate School application for admission . Educational Background A minimum 3.00 junior/senior grade-point average (on a 4.00 scale) is recommended. Students also are expected to have some industry work experience prior to admission. Language of Instruction The language of instruction at Penn State is English. English proficiency test scores (TOEFL/IELTS) may be required for international applicants. See GCAC-305 Admission Requirements for International Students for more information. Core Application Packet Completed official online Graduate School application and payment of nonrefundable application fee.

Duration: 30 credits

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