In today’s world, strategic communication professionals are crucial for tackling the challenges faced by governmental, nonprofit, political, and advocacy organizations at local and global levels. Emerson College’s on-campus MA in Political Communication immerses you in politics from day one, teaching you to create and implement impactful political, social advocacy, and public diplomacy campaigns. Housed in the School of Communication's Department of Communication Studies, our program features faculty who are experienced speechwriters, content creators, and crisis managers, with backgrounds in local elections, US presidential campaigns, and global advocacy efforts. With a rich legacy as the first Department of Communication in the US, our students are deeply committed to politics and social justice, viewing communication as a vital tool for driving change in public opinion and policy.

Enhance your workplace communication capabilities by learning how to best approach decision-making and problem-solving within employee relations, management communication, and digital interaction. Courses include Introduction to Organizational Communication; Organizational Culture Training and Development; Employee Relations.

The Digital Media area of study focuses on communication in corporations, organizations, and human relations. In this track, students investigate relationships in digital communication, society, and culture in current, real-world cases, including the examination of tech-device usage cases and applications for practice in personal and professional contexts.

Emerson College’s on-campus MA in Publishing and Writing immerses you in the dynamic world of publishing. You'll learn to edit emerging voices, represent writers as a literary agent, or engage with online publications and new media formats. Located in the Department of Writing, Literature, and Publishing within the School of the Arts, our program offers a comprehensive look at book and magazine publishing in Boston. With guidance from experienced faculty, you'll explore various publishing platforms, while enjoying the flexibility to take creative writing and literature courses tailored to your interests.

The Public Relations degree program blends theory with practice, providing graduates with tangible skills essential for career growth, including integral research, planning, implementation, and evaluation tactics in the context of ongoing change, issue, and reputation management for organizations of all sizes.

The future belongs to those who understand the creative art and science of marketing communications. Stonehill College's integrated marketing communications (IMC) graduate degree program will prepare you for marketing in the digital information age and help grow your career. Now you can develop your creative lens — on your schedule!