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Public Relations

Spread your message and manage the reputation of organizations, brands, and individuals. In this certificate program, you’ll learn to connect with influencers, leverage mass media, and choose engaging digital tactics that help spread your message. Gain hands-on experience in researching target markets, developing public relations and communication plans, and measuring the results of your efforts.

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At a Glance

Classes Begin
April 1

Term Length
10 Weeks

4 Course Certificate
Tuition

$12,896

6 Course Certificate
Tuition

$19,344

Format
Online

 
Admission
No GRE or GMAT

 
Duration
As few as 6 months

 
Duration
As few as 12 months

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Skills You’ll Learn

Craft targeted messages that connect with your target markets

Develop persuasive PR and communication plans

Analyze and assess the reach and impact of your message

Curriculum

Specialized Graduate Certificate in Certificate of Advanced Study in Public Relations requires completion of 16 credit hours (4 courses).

All students are required to complete a zero-credit
Student Success Course.
4
Concentration Courses
Concentration Courses

Focus on a specific professional area within the larger industry sector and master the skills needed to excel in that area.

COMM 4144 Strategic Public Relations
COMM 4145 Public Relations Writing and Content Creation
COMM 4150 Reputation Management & Crisis Communication
COMM 4154 Media Channels and Technology

Graduate Certificate in Certificate of Advanced Study in Public Relations requires completion of 24 credit hours (6 courses).

All students are required to complete a zero-credit
Student Success Course.

 

5
Concentration Courses
 
 
1
Elective Courses
 

Concentration Courses

Focus on a specific professional area within the larger industry sector and master the skills needed to excel in that area.

COMM 4144 Strategic Public Relations
COMM 4145 Public Relations Writing and Content Creation
COMM 4146 Ethics in Public Relations
COMM 4150 Reputation Management & Crisis Communication
COMM 4154 Media Channels and Technology

Elective Courses

Popular electives for students in the Communication Management program include:

COMM 4016 Persuasion and Influence
COMM 4035 Cultural Intelligence through Communication
COMM 4301 Brand Management Strategies
COMM 4320 Social Media Strategy
COMM 4321 Integrated Digital Marketing
COMM 4324 Marketing Analytics

Electives may be chosen from among all courses in the Communication Management program. You may also select courses from other University College graduate programs with approval from the academic director.

Your academic advisor will help you select electives that align with your career and personal goals, and your advisor will obtain any necessary approvals from the academic director.

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Sample Schedule

Plan out your schedule and determine your preferred timeline for completing your master's degree—finish in as few as 18 months or take up to five years.

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6-Course Certificate Classes 3 3 0 0
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6-Course Certificate Classes 2 2 2 0
Year 1 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
4-Course Certificate Classes 1 1 1 1
6-Course Certificate Classes 1 2 2 1

Interested in a master’s degree?

Explore our Master of Arts in Communication Management with a concentration in Public Relations.

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Career Outcomes

Predicted outcomes for graduates of Public Relations

Public relations professionals can expect to see a 10% growth of employment as organizations continue to a maintain a public image, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The continued rise of social media will contribute to employment growth for public relations professionals.

opportunities at larger public relations firms and organizations with larger media exposure. According to Forbes, industries with the highest percentage of PR professionals include civic, professional, scientific and technical organizations.

U.S. News and World Report ranked Public Relations Specialist #2 in Best Creative & Media Jobs for factors such as salary and job market.


Job Titles

Communications Director
Community Relations Director
Public Relations Specialist
Public Affairs Director
Public Relations Director
Public Relations Manager
Consultant

Public Relations Director Salary: National Average

$90,585

(U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)

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Communication Management

​”I think the return on investment for me is very tangible. It helped me get a higher-level role and it helped me secure a better life for myself.” —Martha Brown, graduate.

Flexible Online Classes

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We understand the demands of balancing work, friends and family, and school can be challenging. That's why at University College, you can complete your program entirely online. Our online learning platform makes it easy to work anywhere at any time.

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Advisory Board

Our programs are developed and updated with the input of advisory boards composed of industry leaders and employers. This ensures that you'll learn what employers are looking for, and gain the most current information with a view to future industry trends, connecting you to future success.
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Megan Castle

Communications Manager, Department of Transportation

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Erin Iwata

VP, Digital Marketing Heinrich Marketing

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Rich Khleif

Senior Director-Communications, Connections, & Customer, Insights Oracle

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Lora Ledermann

Scream Agency

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Andy Mountain

President, GBSM

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Bob Noguiera

Director Human Resources, West Division Comcast Cable

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Julie Reeves

Vice President Marketing, Rachio

Accreditation

 


Higher Learning Commission

University College programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all of its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.

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