Online communication programs

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Expert faculty

Practical coursework

SACSCOC accredited

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You will learn to communicate effectively

A degree in communication and media studies from Brenau University will prepare you for a career in a variety of in-demand industries like marketing, public relations, copywriting and more. Our undergraduate and graduate options are designed to give you the vital and sought-after skills you need to communicate effectively, setting you up for a range of communication positions.

We offer a wide range of classes that provide a well-rounded review of mass communication, PR, journalism, marketing, and written and oral communication skills, and students can focus in on a concentration or direction that appeals to them most. The courses in these programs are taught by expert faculty with real-world experience.

  • Brenau University is fully accredited by The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
  • The median annual wage for public relations specialists was $62,800 in May 20211
  • About 27,400 openings for public relations specialists are projected each year, on average, over the decade1

Find the program that’s right for you

Our undergraduate and graduate degrees offer courses designed to get you where you want to be in the world of communications and media.

120 Total Credits; 4 Years; $795 Cost Per Credit

Learn effective communication skills that are valuable across a variety of in-demand industries.

Courses/topics include: Film appreciation, fundamentals of speech, persuasion and more.

30 Total Credits; 3 Years; $866 Cost Per Credit

Learn the skills needed to become an effective leader in communication and media.

Courses/topics include: Communication theory, communication research, negotiation and more.

About us

Brenau University is a private, nonprofit institution accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s, specialist and doctoral degrees.

We are committed to empowering our students to prepare them for their chosen path. At Brenau, we care about your success and are here to help you fulfill your potential and make a positive impact on the world.

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Online learning

At Brenau, you will learn in small classes, which gives you plenty of opportunities to ask questions and receive one-on-one support from your professors. With flexible scheduling and online delivery, we make education fit into your busy life. Our programs respond to the needs of today’s students, so you’ll receive the education you need to become a leader who makes a difference. From here, you can.

Courses built for your future

Our online communication programs are practical and will teach you the knowledge you need to be successful in the field. During your course of study, you’ll be exposed to a variety of subjects that will open new doors and get you thinking.

Prepare for the career you want

Your communication and media studies degree can be applied to professions across multiple industries. As technology evolves, demand for these skills grow. In fact, overall employment in media and communication occupations is projected to grow 6% from 2021 to 2031.2

Top careers for communication graduates

  1. Journalist
  2. PR Manager
  3. Copywriter
  4. Business Manager
  5. International Relations Expert

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Sources

  1. “Occupational Outlook Handbook: Public Relations Specialists.” Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved on February 6, 2023 from https://bls.gov/.
  2. “Occupational Outlook Handbook: Media and Communication Occupations.” Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved on February 6, 2023 from https://bls.gov/.