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Public Relations, Certificate

In the age of social media and the 24-hour news cycle, public relations is more important than ever. From marketing and advertising a product to supporting an executive’s position, it all comes back to public relations. PR specialists know the job has evolved into the business of persuasion — how can your message be heard amidst the constant buzz of competing views?

Be uniquely poised to convince audiences inside and outside your sphere of influence by telling a powerful story, creating narratives that advance the agenda of your organization. Know your audiences and learn to tailor messages accordingly. Clark’s Certificate in Public Relations prepares you to be an in-demand expert by focusing on key skills needed by public relations professionals including storytelling, corporate communications, crisis communication, and managing stakeholder expectations.

Advance your career, boost your earning potential, and become a more effective communication strategist. Our program is designed to give you the knowledge and skills to meet challenges — and the confidence of knowing you have these essential tools at your disposal.

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 25

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

At Clark University, we don’t just embrace new ideas—we create them. If you’re looking for more than just a job, join a community that values curiosity, collaboration, and impact. Our benefits support you in bringing your best self to work every day:

Comprehensive health coverage – Multiple plan options with generous University contributions.
Financial security – Free life and disability insurance, plus an 8% University contribution to your retirement plan after two years.
Time to recharge – Three to four weeks of vacation, based on your role.
Education benefits – Free evening undergraduate and master’s-level courses for employees, plus tuition discounts for family members.
Wellness perks – Free access to our athletic and fitness center to help you stay active.

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

GMAT or GRE
GRE/GMAT is only required for the on-campus Master of Business Administration program. GRE/GMAT will be waived if a student has a 3.2 GPA or higher. Students below 3.2 GPA will be reviewed on a case by case basis.

GMAT/GRE Codes: GRE: 3279 for all programs | GMAT: Q4X-6X-30 for all programs.

English Language Requirement
International applicants must submit official test score results from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Duolingo, or the Pearson Test of English (PTE-Academic). Applicants should check with the testing agency to ensure that their scores are still valid and that the agency will be able to send an official score report.

All master’s programs have the following requirements:

TOEFL (ETS code 5969): 85 overall, sub-score minimum of 20
TOEFL: ITP Plus Scores
IELTS: 6.5 overall, sub-score minimum of 6
PTE: 61 overall with no band below 55
Duolingo: 120, sub-score minimum of 100
Completion of ELS 112, Completion of EC English B2+ Pre-Advanced Level

Clark University

Worcester , Massachusetts ,United States