
Our online Master of Science in Public Relations is transforming PR professionals into leaders by preparing them with the advanced skills needed to guide their teams and organizations through today’s complex media landscape.
Our online Master of Science in Public Relations is transforming PR professionals into leaders by preparing them with the advanced skills needed to guide their teams and organizations through today’s complex media landscape.
The Online MS in Public Relations goes beyond crafting messages to generate buzz, placing an emphasis on preparing leaders to drive strategy at every level of brand management.
Our curriculum covers the most critical elements of an effective communication strategy, as outlined by the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). You’ll explore crisis management, branding, reputation management and ethics on a global level. The capstone experience allows you to further delve into a topic that aligns with your career goals through an independent research project of your own design.
Our faculty are always available to share their decades of industry expertise, while our flexible online classroom makes it possible to share your own ideas with other experienced PR professionals. These interactions will provide you with a diverse perspective and deliver actionable insights that you can immediately apply in your career.
Upon completion, you’ll be prepared to sit for the Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) exam offered by PRSA. This designation has long been recognized as a standard for expertise within the industry and will further position you to stand out as a leader in the field.
Our Public Relations programs are certified by the Certification in Education for Public Relations (CEPR) through the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). Our MS in Public Relations program is one of five graduate programs worldwide to receive the CEPR designation.
The CEPR offers approved academic programs, such as Quinnipiac’s, the opportunity to have an outside evaluation team review and endorse undergraduate and master’s level programs for meeting standards in curriculum, faculty, students, resources and facilities, assessment, professional affiliations, relationships with the total unit, and the university and diversity and global perspectives.
Quinnipiac is proud to see our public relations programs recognized on PRNEWS' Education A-List for the second consecutive year. This annual editorial roster features many of the top U.S. institutions training future PR and marketing professionals and considers factors such as curriculum, diversity, academic awards, faculty composition and how the program reflects the changing nature of communication.
Online learning with Quinnipiac University delivers the guided educational experience of a traditional, instructor-led environment coupled with the schedule flexibility needed for adult learners to succeed. Innovative teaching methods and asynchronous classes enable students to work at their own pace while enjoying peer interaction and a collaborative learning experience to maximize their learning outcomes.
Our MS in Public Relations positions you for a growing number of specialized and in-demand opportunities. Graduates gain valuable skills suited for a wide array of potential careers.
Avg. Salary $119,860
Public relations managers direct the creation of materials that will enhance the public image of their employer or client. Fundraising managers coordinate campaigns that bring in donations for their organization.
Avg. Salary $133,380
Advertising, promotions, and marketing managers plan programs to generate interest in products or services.
Avg. Salary $62,800
Entry-level. Public relations specialists create and maintain a favorable public image for the organization they represent.
Our graduate admissions representatives are here to answer any questions you may have and help you navigate the application process.