
Description
Curriculum
Public relations and integrated communication courses are integrated into the curriculum, combining both visions (integrated communication with an emphasis on the field of public relations). This master's degree does not require a thesis to complete the degree; the student completes a public relations and integrated communication plan. It is a professional master's degree with a methodological component that encourages practice and projects.
The master's degree also offers graduate students the option of obtaining a professional public relations license from the Department of State of Puerto Rico, which authorizes them to perform the functions of the profession.
This master's degree belongs to the Ferré Rangel School of Communication, the most prestigious in its field in Puerto Rico. A diploma in Communication from the Universidad del Sagrado Corazón Corazón has earned a privileged recognition in the industry, based on its history of quality based on its updated curriculum focused on active learning, a highly prepared faculty and an extensive list of graduates who have left their mark in the various disciplines of communication.
Integration of professional certifications into the graduate program
Modern public relations require strategic management of brands' presence on social media to develop digital public relations campaigns, position and achieve recognition, as well as connect with clients and prospects. Therefore, Sagrado The company has integrated the professional certification from Meta in Social Media Marketing into the master's curriculum, which you will take in conjunction with your classes through the Coursera platform. The certification consists of six asynchronous courses and through it you will learn to establish an online presence, create posts, increase followers, and manage social media accounts through which you will market your clients' brands. You will also develop skills in creating and managing advertising campaigns on social media and learn to evaluate the results of your marketing actions.
Upon successful completion of both programs, you will receive your Master's diploma from Sagrado and the Meta certificate that accredits you as a Facebook and Coursera Digital Marketing Associate. Both credentials will help you undertake to face challenges with innovative solutions, manage your employability, act as consultants or work in public relations and strategic and integrated communication functions, reputation management and manage the internal and external communication of the organization.
Sequence of courses
FIRST YEAR
First trimester
Clubs | Courses | Crs. | Co-requisites | |
RE | RPI 610 | Writing for public relations | 3 | |
RE | RPI 615 | Integrated strategic communication | 3 | |
TOTAL | 6 |
2th Quarter
Clubs | Courses | Crs. | Prerequisites | |
RE | RPI 720 | Legal and ethical dilemmas in integrated communication | 3 | RPI 615 |
RE | RPI 725 | Integrated communication in issue management, crisis and reputation | 3 | RPI 610, RPI 615 |
TOTAL | 6 |
3er Quarter
Clubs | Courses | Crs. | Prerequisites | |
RE | RPI 710 | Content and brand strategies (Branding) | 3 | RPI 725 |
RE | RPI 715 | Research, measurement and evaluation | 3 | RPI 720, RPI 725 |
TOTAL | 6 |
SECOND YEAR
First trimester
Clubs | Courses | Crs. | Prerequisites | |
EL | RPI XXX | Specialty Elective | 3 | RPI 715 |
RE | RPI 740 | Public relations and integrated communication plan | 3 | RPI 715 |
TOTAL | 6 |
Looking to the future - Employment opportunities
The Master's Program in Public Relations and Integrated Communication trains professionals who can work as consultants in the following roles:
- Public relations and strategic and integrated communication
- Reputation management
- Managers of internal and external communication in organizations
Are you interested in pursuing a Master of Arts in Public Relations and Integrated Communication?
Applying is a quick and easy process. All you need is:
- 2.75 or higher GPA in a bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited university
- Credit Transcript
- Updated resume