MA in Strategic Communication in Erie United States | Gannon University

The Master of Arts in Strategic Communication equips students for professional roles across diverse communication fields such as public relations, corporate messaging, and healthcare communication. Learners can specialize in either communication strategy or health-focused messaging. The program blends theoretical knowledge with practical competencies vital for communication experts. Per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, media and communication occupations are projected to expand at an average rate, generating approximately 151,500 new positions by 2030. This growth stems from increasing demands for content creation, editing, translation, and multi-platform information distribution.

Upon finishing this 30-credit degree, graduates will demonstrate the ability to:

Comprehend cultural and political factors influencing communication studies.
Recognize the evolving characteristics of interpersonal communication across different settings.
Implement human communication theories and ethical principles in interpersonal, group, team, and organizational scenarios.
Assess ethical persuasion's significance in commercial environments.
Review current research to investigate modern challenges in human communication.
Analyze professional methodologies and scholarly work to enhance interactions among individuals from diverse religious, occupational, and socio-economic backgrounds.