Public Relations and Advertising B.A.
The B.A. in Public Relations and Advertising prepares students for professional practice in public relations and advertising with a theoretical foundation applied through experiential learning, professional development, and leadership opportunities in PR and advertising in technological and global environments.
Hands-on Experience: Students develop strategic integrated media campaigns and create cross-platform campaign strategies by researching, planning, analyzing, executing, and evaluating campaigns through project-based learning experiences.
Specializations: Elective course options support students in planning specialization in public relations and advertising that aligns with their interests and career goals, such as event planning, media effects, social media, technology and content creation, environmental communication, health communication, political communication, sports communication, risk and crisis communication, reputation management, or fashion PR.
Scholar and Practitioner Faculty: Students study with professors who have strong professional and research backgrounds in public relations and advertising, and who are active presenting research or projects at local, state, and national conferences.
Career Preparation: Graduates of the B.A. in Public Relations and Advertising program will be prepared to become logical, competent, strategic, and creative thinkers to pursue successful careers in public relations, advertising, and digital media management across both for-profit and non-profit sectors.
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
You’ll find a wide range of roles available directly through RMU’s career portal, across faculty, staff, and student positions. Here's a quick breakdown:
- Part-Time Faculty: Roles in areas like Communication & Organizational Leadership, English & Media Arts, History, and Nursing (BSN program)
- Athletics & Recreation: Positions such as Assistant Coach (Strength & Conditioning, Men’s Ice Hockey), Athletic Trainer, Game Day Media/Video Operations, Ice Crew, and Club Sports Multimedia Manager
- Facilities & Maintenance: HVAC Maintenance Worker IV and Utility Worker (custodial/environmental services)
- Administrative & Specialized Staff: Financial Analyst, Compliance and NIL Coordinator, Associate Athletic Director for Compliance, Police Officer (Campus Police)
- Student Worker Roles: Guest Services Associate, Pro Shop Associate, Sports Dome Associate at Island Sports Center, plus plenty of other student and event-based roles
Career Support & Employer Engagement
RMU empowers both job seekers and employers through its Career and Professional Development Center:
- For Students & Alumni: Offers workshops, resume help, interview prep, career fairs each semester, access to Handshake for job listings, and networking events
- For Employers: Tools include the ability to post jobs on Handshake, participate in career fairs, conduct on-campus interviews, host workshops, and launch internship programs
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Scores from an approved English language exam (we accept TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo) Minimum scores required are as follows:
- TOEFL - 55 ibt
- IELTS (Academic) - 5.5 overall band score
- Duolingo English Test (DET) - 90
- PTE - 42
- A score of 540 or higher on the SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section may be accepted in lieu of an approved English language exam.
For More Information About Admission Requirements / Eligibility Criteria Please Contact To Our PSA Counselor.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
142800 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 30 USD
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