M.A. in Public Relations

What Will You Study in Liberty University’s M.A. in Public Relations?

• Case studies that evaluate and analyze historical crises within the marketplace
• How to create campaigns and initiatives to elevate your public relations expertise, encouraging strategic and creative thinking
• Practical exercises to navigate organizational crises and develop real-world outcomes for professional applications
• The intricacies of crafting messages for diverse audiences and media, including press releases and press conferences

Liberty University’s M.A. in Public Relations program is designed to help equip you with the communication and leadership skills needed for various professional settings. The curriculum features online courses aimed at enhancing your abilities in writing, communication, planning, and strategizing. You will study foundational communication strategies, such as effective storytelling, that connect with consumer emotions and establish brand identity. Additionally, you will explore advertising and public relations tactics essential for successful mass communication.

Potential Careers for Master’s in Public Relations Graduates

• Advertising/public relations executive
• Director of communications
• Public information officer
• Research manager
• University administrator
• University professor (adjunct)
• Vice president of communication

Benefits of Pursuing Our Online Public Relations Master’s Degree Program

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field. 
• The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university. 
• Explore skills that can help lead complex outreach campaigns.
• Learn from experienced faculty who have years of professional and marketplace experience.
• Undergo real-world communications training that is applicable in many fields.

Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

• Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Reserve/National Guard
• Veterans/retirees
• Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
• Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

• Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
• Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
• 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)