Are you a creative thinker who loves storytelling and connecting with people? If so, a major in Advertising and Public Relations could be your perfect match.
Our Mass Communications: Advertising and Public Relations major blends creativity, strategy, and communication to prepare you for a dynamic career in a rapidly evolving industry. Whether you dream of creating iconic ad campaigns, managing brands, or shaping public opinion, our degree offers the skills and knowledge to help you succeed.
What Makes SEMO's Mass Communications Advertising and Public Relations Degree Unique:
Our Advertising and Public Relations program stands out for its strong industry connections, experienced faculty, and emphasis on experiential learning. As an Ad/PR major at SEMO, benefit from experience-driven learning opportunities in a program that is one of only two in the state accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (ACEJMC). With a curriculum designed to keep pace with the latest trends and technologies, graduate ready to hit the ground running in a fast-paced and rewarding field.
- Work with veteran advertising and PR professionals in small classes.
- Network with industry professionals and other students worldwide through the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA).
- Gain real-world experience working as graphic designers, digital media strategists, marketing sales staff, and brand communication managers for SEMO’s award-winning student newspaper, the Arrow.
- Gain real-world experience working with SEMO’s American Advertising Award-winning, student-run strategic media agency, SE Creative.
What Can You Do as an Advertising and Public Relations Major?
With a degree in Advertising and Public Relations, you'll be equipped to pursue a diverse range of exciting careers. You could lead creative advertising campaigns, shape the public image of brands as a mass communications public relations specialist, or manage vibrant social media communities. Opportunities also abound as a brand strategist, media planner, creative director, marketing analyst, realtor, or event coordinator. Whether you're drawn to crafting compelling messages, analyzing market trends, or managing brand identities, stand out across numerous industries, offering a dynamic and rewarding career path.