Program Learning Objectives:

• Successful completion of diverse and specialized courses
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret theory and practice of mass communications

Program Overview:?

Masters students can select from a broad range of specializations in international media, media industries and management, media policy, media studies, public media, or communication and development.

The public media program is jointly administered by the School of Media Arts and Studies and the WOUB Public Media, and has trained over one hundred thirty public media professionals to return to a career with improved and specialized skills.

The communication and development program is jointly administered by the Center for International Studies and the School of Media Arts and Studies. With a focus on communication strategies and implementation for positive social change, the program is unique in its approach to the study of international development. CIS administers the application process.

Opportunities for Graduates:?

The program is geared towards preparing students for careers in various areas of the media industries, including as audience researchers, producers and program executives, sales and marketing professionals;? for work in the media policy sector; or for doctoral studies.