Students interested in Public Relations have a rich and diverse field to study.
Public relations encompasses many aspects, but it’s best described as getting positive messages out to various “publics." That may be external communication, like TV and newspapers, or internal communication, like employees or shareholders.
In the end, a public relations professional will wear many hats. On one day, you might be a spokesperson for the company for a media related item, on another day you might be publishing a newsletter for workers.
Students will learn the theories and practices of Public Relations in hands-on courses and internships that will keep you energized and excited about this career choice!
Contact Prof. Kirk Hazlett at 617-979-3526 for more information.
Concentration Courses:
| AC 1000 |
Foundations of Software Applications |
3 credits |
| COM 2766 |
Desktop Publishing: Quark Xpress |
3 credits |
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| COM 2769 |
Desktop Publishing: InDesign |
3 credits |
| COM 2790 |
Principles of Public Relations |
3 credits |
| COM 2800 |
Publicity Techniques |
3 credits |
| COM 3040 |
Persuasion |
3 credits |
| COM 3440 |
Public Relations Case Studies |
3 credits |
| COM 3450 |
Field Experience in Public Relations |
3 credits |
| COM 3960 |
Communication Research |
3 credits |