Liberty University Online | MBA in Public Relations

Liberty University Online offers the Master of Business Administration - Public Relations program for individuals who wish to enhance their general business, finance, and communication skills. Learn about how the Master of Business Administration - Public Relations program offers students a comprehensive understanding of public relations here.

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Official Program Name:

Master of Business Administration - Public Relations

School Offering Program:

Liberty University Online

Degree Level:

Master's

Program Prerequisites:

Applicants to the Master of Business Administration - Public Relations program should be interested in developing their communication and leadership skills. Applicants to Liberty University Online's programs should be at least 18 years of age and should have earned a high school diploma or equivalent. Some programs may have additional requirements.

Program Description:

Students enrolled in the Master of Business Administration - Public Relations program at Liberty University Online have the opportunity to study theories of effective information technology management, financial management and decision-making, cost management, and the process of formulating, implementing, and controlling an effective strategic marketing plan. Other business topics examined include legal issues in business, international business, the global economic environment, organizational design and structure, human resource management, and operations management. Public relations coursework introduces students to public relations and advertising, media technologies utilized in communicating to diverse audiences, and communication and conflict management strategies. The program includes a policy and strategy in global competition capstone dynamic computer simulation.

Learning Format:

Online

Total Credits Required:

45 credits.

Financial Aid Available:

Over 87% of Liberty University Online students utilize some form of financial aid, including federal grants and loans. Liberty University also offers financial support to students who qualify.

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Required Courses for a Master of Business Administration - Public Relations:

Degree program and course requirements are subject to change. Before applying, students should contact Liberty University Online to confirm the most accurate program information.

Required Courses:

BUSI 512: Managerial Information Technology (3 credits)
BUSI 520: Strategic Marketing Management (3 credits)
BUSI 530: Managerial Finance (3 credits)
BUSI 561: Legal Issues in Business (3 credits)
BUSI 600: Business Research Methods (3 credits)
BUSI 601: Accounting for Decision Making (3 credits)
BUSI 604: International Business (3 credits)
BUSI 610: Organizational Design and Structure (3 credits)
BUSI 620: Global Economic Environment (3 credits)
BUSI 642: Contemporary Issues in Human Resource Management (3 credits)
BUSI 650: Operations Management (3 credits)
BUSI 690: Policy and Strategy in Global Competition (3 credits)
COMS 532: Approaches to Media Technology (3 credits)
COMS 560: Communication and Conflict (3 credits)
COMS 658: Public Relations and Advertising (3 credits)

Post-Graduation Opportunities

Potential Career Paths:

The Master of Business Administration - Public Relations program is intended to prepare students for management and executive positions in corporations, private businesses, and non-profit organizations. Those who successfully complete the program could be qualified for positions such as:

Marketing director
Public relations coordinator
Community relations coordinator
Human resource manager