Curriculum
Degree Requirements
- 120 credits total required for graduation
- at least 42 credits must be in courses numbered 300 or above
Suggested Curriculum Timeline
Our most popular courses
PRS300: Social Media Strategies for the PR Professional. Students will explore principles, concepts and emerging trends relative to the pervasiveness of social media. Will focus on effectively branding and messaging to niche markets.
WRT/PRS 331: Writing Public Relations. Introduces the audiences, situations, and processes typical of public relations writing. Includes practice with genres including news releases, media kits, speeches, and letters. Emphasizes professional behavior and polished writing.
PRS 441: Public Relations Practices. Practical application of traditional PR methods in solving problems in a variety of markets. Explores fundamental agency operations, client-agency relationships. Combines practical experience with individual projects, programs, and campaigns.
Internships
Departmental and full-time internships (up to 15 credits) are handled through the Center for Career and Experiential Education (CCEE). Selected students may intern in Public Relations (PR477 up to 6 credits). All other internships are handled through the CCEE.