School of Communications Graduate Programs
Our graduate programs in the School of Communications are designed for working professionals looking to advance their careers. Elevate your communication skills and learn on your schedule with online and in-person classes in Webster Groves, Missouri. Choose the program that fits your interests and goals:
In Webster's MA in Advertising and Marketing Communications, you’ll develop a creative, competitive edge, while learning to analyze traditional advertising, social media and mobile marketing campaigns to establish and advance in your career. Graduate ready to:
You must complete 36 credit hours to graduate with your MA in Advertising and Marketing Communications.
In addition to the eight core courses, students can take elective courses relevant to their degree in both the School of Communications and other university graduate programs.
In Webster’s MA in Communications Management, you’ll take classes focused on the business and management of communications, bridging the gap between these approaches and creating a distinctive profile to enter or advance in the job market. Graduate ready to:
You must complete 36 credit hours to graduate with your MA in Communications Management.
In addition to the seven core courses, students can take elective courses relevant to their degree in both the School of Communications and other university graduate programs.
In Webster’s MA in Media Communications, you’ll study communications theory and strategy and discover how media affects business and society. Graduate ready to:
You must complete 36 credit hours to graduate with your MA in Media Communications.
In addition to the seven core courses, students can take elective courses relevant to their degree in both the School of Communications and other university graduate programs.
In Webster’s MA in New Media Production, you’ll learn how to succeed in a changing media environment with the production skills necessary to communicate stories with impact. Graduate ready to:
You must complete 36 credit hours to graduate with your MA in New Media Production.
Students can take elective courses relevant to their degree in both the School of Communications and other university graduate programs. Students are required to take five courses listed as skills courses for this degree from the following list of available electives (15 credit hours). The 15 hours of course work may come only from the following list of approved electives:
Webster’s MA in Public Relations combines a strong foundation of academic study with opportunities to test concepts through projects. Graduate ready to:
You must complete 36 credit hours to graduate with your MA in Public Relations.
In addition to the nine core courses, students can take elective courses relevant to their degree in both the School of Communications and other university graduate programs.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in media and communications occupations is projected to grow 14% from 2020 to 2030. Graduate with your graduate degree prepared for positions like:
Average annual salary (National, May 2020)
Average annual salary (National, 2020)
Average annual salary (National, 2020)
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Webster is committed to your success, and you'll never be alone as you pursue your graduate degree.
Earn your graduate degree from Webster, a private, non-profit university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and ranked #16 in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” list in the Midwest Regional University category.
Gain real-world knowledge from faculty experts with professional experience. Our professors serve as mentors eager to support your career goals and connect you to opportunities.
The opportunity to discuss current, global topics in the classroom creates interactions that reach beyond disciplines. Without communication, there is no way to educate and inform the public about topics that matter.
- Zoey Wang
MA in Media Communications