Corporate Communication

Since 1982, the Master of Arts program in Corporate Communication emphasis (30 credits) has prepared students for communication management positions in both for-profit and non-profit organizations. Designed with both recent graduates and working professionals in mind, the program provides students with a broad foundation in professional communication, communication ethics, public relations and marketing communication, and strategic and managerial communication. Graduates pursue careers in corporate communication leadership in order to build effective, just and sustainable institutions.

Integrated Marketing Communication

The Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) emphasis (30 credits) provides a rigorous foundation in a strategic communication discipline that brings together advertising, public relations and marketing communication. Building on a strong professional communication core, the program increases students' awareness of the theory and practice of IMC in contemporary organizations and institutions. Graduates pursue careers in advertising and public relations agencies, consulting firms, nonprofit organizations and any position requiring strategic communication planning.

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Pathway 1 - TOEFL 60 / IELTS 5.5 / Duolingo English Test 85

Semester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

GEI* Level 3

GEI* Academic Prep 1

GEI* Academic Prep 1
 

COMM 500: Professional Communication

COMM 529 Integrated Marketing Strategies I: Public Relations

*GEI = Global English Institute

Pathway 2 - TOEFL 70 / IELTS 6.0 / Duolingo English Test 95

Semester 1

Semester 2

GEI* Academic Prep 1

GEI* Academic Prep 1

COMM 500: Professional Communication

COMM 529: Integrated Marketing Strategies I: Public Relations

*GEI = Global English Institute

  1. Course enrollment is subject to academic performance and proficiency levels at the conclusion of GEI Level 3 and GEI Academic Prep 1, as applicable.

  2. GEI Academic Prep 2G may be assigned if needed.

  3. A competitive GRE (Graduate Record Examination) is required for full admission at the conclusion of the Pathway Program.

Costs

The cost of an ESL course per hour is approximately one-third of an academic course per credit hour.  Contact the Center for Global Engagement at intladmissionsFREEDUQUESNE for more detailed cost information.