Online Master of Science in Communication
Online Master of Science in Communication
Transform Perspectives and Shape Narratives in Any Industry
Purdue University’s online Master of Science in Communication positions you to lead in today’s communication landscape. Designed for working professionals across industries, this flexible program offers six tailored concentrations:
- Branding and Marketing
- Digital Media and Communication Technologies
- Strategic Communication/ Public Relations
- Management Communication and Leadership
- Sports Communication
- Health Communication
Deepen your expertise in strategic messaging, branding, leadership and digital media while learning from lecturers with real-world experience. Gain the tools to influence decision-making, solve organizational challenges and connect with diverse audiences across platforms. Whether you’re advancing in your current role or pivoting to a new field, this program prepares you to make a lasting impact through powerful, purpose-driven communication.
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Program Highlights
Purdue’s online Master of Science in Communication is designed to align with your unique goals, offering six tailored concentrations that let you shape your degree around your interests and career path. With the flexibility to focus on the area that matters most to you, each concentration delivers targeted coursework to help you build specialized knowledge and practical skills you can apply immediately in your field.
This customizable degree keeps pace with the rapidly evolving communication landscape by integrating the latest industry trends and research. Students explore emerging topics such as digital media, branding, social media, public relations and more. The program emphasizes practical application, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to craft effective messages, manage reputations and lead communication efforts across diverse platforms and audiences.
Purdue also offers online graduate certificates in the six concentration areas. These certificates are designed to build core competencies in less time than a full degree and provide a flexible, focused learning experience. Credits earned can be applied toward Purdue’s online Master of Science in Communication, offering a streamlined path to further specialization and advanced credentials.
