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Whether you're an experienced professional looking to advance your expertise or transitioning from a related field, the Master of Arts in Public Relations program is tailored for you. Recent graduates are also encouraged to apply. This comprehensive program equips students for diverse PR roles across multiple sectors.
Through hands-on learning opportunities, you'll develop practical PR campaigns and crisis-communication strategies for community partners. Previous cohorts have worked alongside organizations like the Indiana Department of Homeland Security.
The flexible program delivers instruction through online, hybrid, or evening classes at IUPUI's Indianapolis campus, featuring cutting-edge facilities.
Curriculum covers essential areas including PR research methods, strategic tactics, entrepreneurship, agency management, digital content creation, campaign execution, and beyond. Graduates emerge ready for leadership roles in PR firms, corporate settings, government entities, nonprofits, and healthcare organizations.
Students must have received a bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) in the United States or another country.
All non-native speakers of English must also submit proof of English proficiency unless the applicant has a Bachelor's degree or higher from the US or a predominantly English-speaking country.
IELTS score of 6.5
TOEFL (iBT) score of 79
IUPUI Program for Intensive English (PIE) - Level 7 Check with your academic department for approval
Any ELS Centre located in the US or Canada - Level 112 Check with your academic department for approval
Degree from an English-speaking Country - Completed Bachelor's degree or higher from one of these designated countries (both lists)
ECFMG Certification - Official certification received from the Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates