Master of Science - Communication (Optional Co-op)

Communication is at the center of human lives and careers, whether it is interpersonal or mediated communication. Professional communicators need to know how to develop creative and impactful messaging and to engage audiences successfully. A communication masters degree from RIT provides students with innovative course work grounded in strong social sciences and humanities concepts, preparing them to stand out in a competitive profession.

The master’s program in communication prepares students to become a content, brand, or marketing manager, social media strategist, and/or communication officer in a variety of business sectors, industries, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies. They will also become competent as a media analyst skilled in researching media content or prepared to pursue a doctoral degree.

Students will learn from a diverse and dynamic faculty, comprised of accomplished communication researchers and practitioners, who will teach them how to research a communication challenge, create compelling messages, and analyze media content and audience engagement. RIT's core course offerings include classes in advertising, social media, research, and strategic communication.