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Communication Schools

Communications and Public Relations Experts Critical to Organizational Success

Skilled communications professionals, especially those in public relations, are highly prized by organizations. Today's businesses and governments communicate globally at speeds and to an extent unimaginable even 20 years ago. Establishing and maintaining trust are more difficult and important than ever. Public relations (PR) professionals help the media and the public trust their business, nonprofit organization, or government agency, and also use various methods to disseminate publicity (positive information) to the media and public.

Because communications and public relations are fast-growing fields, there's lots of competition. Strong writing skills are a must in PR and publicity, and you typically need a bachelor's degree--if not a master's degree--to even be considered for the top jobs. Your best bet is to enroll in diploma or certificate courses that can eventually add up to a degree. You can take your pick of classes and degrees in fields such as public relations, advertising, communications, or journalism.

Degrees are the Key for Communications Professionals

Most communications specialists work in large cities and in headquarters of large industries, government agencies, school systems, colleges, and universities. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were about 243,000 public relations specialists in 2006. Between 2006 and 2016, that number is expected to continue to grow. The median annual earnings for salaried PR specialists were $51,280 in 2008. Salaries were highest in business and industry, and lowest in government and at colleges and universities.

For a sure start and long-lasting success in this growing industry, it's important to get that degree. If you're just starting out, take classes and courses leading to a 9-month or 1-year diploma or certificate. The next step: a bachelor's or master's degree--and an exciting, demanding career in a fast-growing field.

Communication Schools

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University of Phoenix
At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.
BS in Communication/Culture and Communication, BS in Communication/Marketing and Sales Communication, B.S. in Communication/Marketing and Sales Communication and more.
  • Online: Online, SD
  • Phoenix: Phoenix, AP
  • Sandy Springs: 8200 Roberts Drive Suite 300 Sandy Springs, GA 30350
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DeVry University
Five colleges of study.  One clear focus: Your career success. Earn the respect of employers with a degree you can earn on campus, online or both.
Bacherlor's - Communications, Bacherlor's - Communications, and more.
  • Chicago: Chicago, IL
  • Irving: 4800 Regent Blvd. Irving, TX 75063
  • Oklahoma City: 4013 Northwest Expressway Suite 100 Oklahoma City, OK 73116
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Kaplan University
Kaplan University is focused on recognizing the achievements of military and veteran students and offers the flexibility of an online education.
BS in Communication, MISO / Psychological Operations – Marketing and Human Behavior Certificate (Military Only), and more.
  • Fort Lauderdale: 6301 Kaplan University Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

Arizona State University Online
Why ASU? At ASU, learning online is effective, flexible and smart. Every program delivered online is developed by the same excellent faculty who teach on our campuses, and is designed to engage students and professors in meaningful ways. The result? Our students are an integral part of a New American University.
BS in Communication, BS in Graphic Information Technology, BS in Technical Communication and more.
  • : , AZ

California Baptist University
Work toward your degree online with California Baptist University.
Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, Master of Arts in Public Relations, Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and more.
  • : , CA

Kaplan University - KHE
Get a professional education designed with your future in mind at Kaplan University.
Bachelor of Science: Advanced Start in Communication, Bachelor of Science: Communication, and more.
  • Urbandale: 4655 121st Street Urbandale, IA 50323
  • Cedar Falls: 7009 Nordic Drive Cedar Falls, IA 50613
  • Davenport: 1801 East Kimberly Road Suite 1 Davenport, IA 52807
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Hesser College
A degree from Hesser College is the best career move you can make.
Associate of Science: Communications, and more.
  • Manchester: 3 Sundial Avenue Manchester, NH 03103

Grand Canyon University
Earn your degree online with Grand Canyon University. We offer approximately 100 bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs in a variety of fields that can be completed 100% online.
B.A. in Communications, B.S. in Marketing, B.A. in Digital Film with an Emphasis in Screenwriting and more.
  • : 3300 W Camelback Road , KY
  • Little Rock: 3300 W Camelback Road Little Rock, AR 72201
  • Phoenix: 3300 W Camelback Road Phoenix, AZ 85017

Lasell College
Study online with Lasell College.
MS Communication - Health Communication, MS Communication - Public Relations, MS Management - Marketing and more.
  • : , MA

Platt College
Turn your talents into a career at nationally recognized and accredited Platt College.
Visual Communication Interactive/Web Specialization, Visual Communication - 2D Print, and more.
  • Riverside: 6465 Sycamore Canyon Blvd Riverside, CA 92507
  • Ontario: 3700 Inland Empire Blvd. Suite 400 Ontario, CA 91764
  • Alhambra: 1000 South Freemont Avenue Suite A9W Alhambra, CA 91803

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