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The field of public relations demands a variety of skills in all forms of communication, analysis, critical thinking and technology from its professional practitioners. The professionals must be responsive in a complex and diverse organizational environment to multiple and often competing demands. The public relations option prepares students to function effectively in this dynamic environment. Program emphasis is in preparing students for corporate, agency, nonprofit and other public relations positions.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
The field of public relations demands a variety of skills in all forms of communication, analysis, critical thinking and technology from its professional practitioners. The professionals must be responsive in a complex and diverse organizational environment to multiple and often competing demands. The public relations option prepares students to function effectively in this dynamic environment. Program emphasis is in preparing students for corporate, agency, nonprofit and other public relations positions.
Admission Requirements
6+
Applicants must have a minimum grade point average of a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale is required. Other English language requirements: A score of 500 in paper based of the TOEFL examination; A minimum score of at least 69 on the English Proficiency Test administered by the English Language Institute of the University of Michigan (MELAB).
48 Months
Jan-2000
Tuition fees
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Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, United States
48 monthsProgramme duration
Communication and Media StudiesMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Programme overview
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Study Level
Undergraduate
Admission Requirements
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