Program Overview

Master of Science in Public Relations and Corporate Communication

The MS in Public Relations and Corporate Communication (PRCC) provides the professional studies, skills, and hands-on experience needed to elevate brands, build positive reputations, forge meaningful connections with audiences, and manage crises across a broad array of industries.

Program Overview

Our graduate public relations program merges marketing and PR, refining writing, strategy, and critical thinking across digital platforms. Earn a prestigious NYU degree while studying in NYC, a global PR hub.

Tuition and Fees

• $2,785 Per credit
• $27,562 Per term (10-12 credits)

Program Structure

• 42 credits
• Study Options: Online, Hybrid, Onsite
• Onsite: Fall | Spring, Full-time | Part-time
• Minimum Duration: 21 months

Career Opportunities

• Job growth: 10%
• Median salary: $112K
• Working and/or in school: 90%
• Global Division of Programs in Business (DPB) alumni: 12,081

Why This Degree?

• Learn from Public Relations and Communications Experts
• Gain a Global Skill Set
• Network Through Student Organizations
• Winner of the 2021 PR Week Awards for Outstanding Education
• PR A-List Acknowledgement

What You'll Study

• Core Curriculum: Hone your writing, social media, critical thinking, and research skills
• Concentrations: Public Relations Management and Corporate and Organizational Communication
• Capstone: Explore a PR and/or corporate communication challenge
• Internships: Real-world experience in marketing communication, crisis communication, and emerging media

Where You'll Go

• Earn a master's degree from New York University and unlock boundless career opportunities
• Where Our Alumni Work: List of companies including Allegravita, AmeriChina Group, AZIONE, Blackrock, etc.
• What Our Alumni Do: Account Management, Brand Management, Corporate Communications, etc.

Real World Experiences

• PRCC Practicum: Work as a team on a project for a real client
• Paris & Cannes Global Field Intensives: Explore global marketing, new media, and communications
• Real World Experience: Simulate the role of marketing professionals

Students and Alumni

• Meet trailblazing alumni making significant impact in the industry
• Read stories from students and alumni

Faculty

• From seasoned practitioners to cutting-edge researchers
• View Faculty Directory

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are PR and corporate communication?
• Is a master's degree in PR worth it?
• What are the similarities between public relations and corporate communication?
• What is the connection between public relations and social media management?
• For what type of jobs will this degree prepare me?
• What is the advantage of studying public relations and communications in NYC?
• Can I participate in an internship while I complete my degree?
• What does a public relations manager do?
• How much does a public relations manager make?
• Why is public relations management so important?
• What is strategic communications and how does it relate to corporate communication?
• How does Corporate and Organizational Communication differ from Strategic?