Public Relations

The Public Relations major is an interdisciplinary major based on coursework in Business, English, and Communication. The program provides a core course of study that emphasizes both theory and practice so that students may develop the understanding and skills needed to become a competent professional.

Major Courses

• ACC 201 - Financial Accouting
• ECO 251 - Principles of Microeconomics
• ECO 252 - Principles of Macroeconomics
• MKT 302 - Marketing
• MTH 115 - Quantitative Reasoning
• MTH 210 - Elementary Statistics
• CPS 100 - Introduction to Computers
• ENG 313 - Technical Writing
• MED 211 - Computer-Mediated Communication
• MED 212 - Introduction to Journalism
• MED 226 - Electronic Media Production
• COM 351 - Oral Communication II
• PBR 357  - Principles of Public Relations
• PBR 358 - Message Design in Public Relations
• PBR 458 - Public Relations Campaign Planning

Recommended Self-Designed Concentration:
A Public Relations major may propose a 9-sem. hr. concentration in his/her area of interest. This self-designed option must include at least 3 sem. hrs. of Internship, Practicum, or Independent Study and be built from existing courses. All concentrations must be approved by the Public Relations Coordinating Committee.