B.A. in Communication – Public Relations
The purpose of Communication – Public Relations program from Marist College is to give students a look at the principles and practices of the public relations field. In doing so, students will study the importance of internal and external communication in organizations, PR theory, the history of PR, PR specializations, PR writing and PR case studies.
Duration
4 years
Starting Date
August
Tuition Fee
$43,900 per year
Health Insurance: $ 3,275
Location
Poughkeepsie, United States
About the program
The Communication – Public Relations program from Marist College is designed to challenge students interested in studying the many forms of human communication – its process, outcomes, and effects. The core of this investigation centers on the ways in which human beings purposefully utilize symbols in interaction to create or modify a socially meaningful world.
Through courses and internships, the program combines a strong liberal arts background with a professional focus. Inherent in the program’s courses and internships is the integration of communication theories and the liberal arts tradition. This is accomplished through the strategic application of theory to the hands-on practice of communication.
The opportunity for internships is readily available, as the strong alumni network of the School ensures that our students intern in some of the top communication organizations in the Northeast, including the major television networks, public-relations firms, radio stations, newspapers, nonprofit and human-service agencies, and Fortune 500 companies. This on-the-job training helps graduates as they prepare to enter this exciting and ever-changing profession.
Courses Included
- Public Presentations
- Communication Research: Strategies and Methods
- Fundamentals of Public Relations Theory & Practice
- Public Relations Writing Tools
- Applied Research and Analytics
- Communication Campaign Management
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