Bachelor of Science - Public Relations

The Journalism and Mass Communications department is one of only 111 programs in the U.S. and one of three in Kentucky accredited by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC). The department takes pride in maintaining accreditation because it signifies that they are meeting high standards and going above and beyond to create an environment for student success.

Communication plays a crucial role in the world. With a public relations degree from Murray State, individuals will gain real-world experience to effectively communicate and manage an organization’s story and image. Whether one is interested in managing social media, coordinating special events, writing speeches and press releases, or any other related tasks, they will graduate with the necessary skills and portfolio to impress clients in various industries. A career in media begins with a public relations degree.