Shape The Future Of Media With Montclair’s Master’s in Strategic Communication & Media

Welcome to the cutting edge of groundbreaking communication strategies that shape public opinion, drive business success, and influence global conversations. Montclair’s Online Master’s in Strategic Communication & Media is your launchpad to this exciting reality.

Designed for forward-thinking professionals and ambitious graduates, this interdisciplinary program spans and integrates new media subjects often treated distinctly: audience analysis, strategic communication, digital content creation, leadership and social media. From crafting compelling narratives to navigating complex media ecosystems, you’ll gain the skills to stand out in a competitive field.

With a projected demand of almost 1.2 million new media- and communications-related positions over the next decade, there has never been a better time to earn your degree in this ever-growing field.

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Career Outcomes

Our Online Strategic Communication and Media graduate program is designed for professionals at the beginning or middle of their careers who want to improve their strategic thinking and creative skills. This program focuses on helping you effectively communicate with both internal teams and external audiences, especially through digital and interactive platforms. You’ll learn how to conduct audience research, create strategic messages, and execute them effectively. These three key skills are at the heart of our program and are integrated into all our courses.

This 30-credit, fully online (with the exception of an optional hybrid Industry Bootcamp) program, which can be completed in as little as 12 months, leads to a variety of rewarding potential career opportunities across different fields and industries, including:

Marketing and Advertising
Public Relations and Communications
Market Research
Digital and Social Media
Healthcare
Politics
Academia and Education
Nonprofit
And more

Flexible Program Structure With Micro-Credentials

Built with working adults in mind, the Master’s in Strategic Communication & Media has been designed with an integrated approach so there’s no required course sequence. This allows both full-time and part-time students to take topical courses in any order, with no right or wrong place to start or end, providing ultimate schedule flexibility. It even enables students – both matriculated and non-matriculated – to pursue career-relevant micro-credentials for each of the program modules: Stakeholders, Strategic Communication, Digital Content Creation, Digital Leadership and Social Media.

Who Is Montclair’s Master’s in Strategic Communications & Media Right For?

Seasoned Communications Professionals

Designed for those who are currently employed in communications-related roles. The program provides advanced strategic insights, digital analytics expertise and leadership skills that are immediately applicable to your current field.

Early-Career Communications Professionals

Our curriculum has been built to enable early-career communications professionals to rapidly accelerate their career trajectory by building knowledge and skills in strategic planning, digital media strategies and data analytics.

Growth & Promotion Opportunity Seekers

If you are an ambitious professional who is eager to push your boundaries, we offer a transformative educational experience that enhances your communication skills and develops your strategic thinking and leadership capabilities.

Students Seeking Online Learning

Chart your path to success on your own terms. With the flexibility of online, asynchronous, non-sequential learning, you can seamlessly balance your education with your professional and personal commitments.

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Industry Bootcamp

This optional module provides opportunities to engage in high-impact, in-person experiences with leading communication and media professionals in the New York/New Jersey metro region.

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No-Hassle, Free Application

Avoid a burdensome and expensive application process that may hinder your ability to apply. No GRE or GMAT is required and there is no application fee.

Get the Best Educational Value

Receive the finest education at an affordable cost. Montclair’s Online MA in Strategic Communication & Media is one of the most affordable in the state.

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Whether you’re ready to start your application or just trying to learn more about our Online Master’s in Strategic Communication & Media, don’t hesitate to reach out – we’re always here to help.

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