Start your exciting career in Public Relations by enrolling and
starting your online Journalism and Communications degree program at Canyon College! Earning your
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Communications with a concentration in Public Relations may
enhance the opportunities available professionals working in a public relations department. Earning your
Journalism and Communications degree online affords you the opportunity to complete your eduction in
the convenience of your home or at work.
The Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Communications, BA degree program in Public Relations is
designed as a semi self-paced, guided and mentored independent study program. The online Journalism and Communications degree is designed for people working in a public relations department, as well as those individuals who would like to enter this field or journalism. Earning a Journalism and Communications degree online affords individuals who work a full-time job to earn their Bachelors degree, while still maintaining their current jobs.
Online Bachelor of Arts in Communications Degree Program
Concentration: Public Relations
Start your Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Communications today!
Please click the course number below to a view course description.
Foundation Courses: (Required)
JC325 - Theories of Communications
JC335 - Sociology of Mass Communications
JC453 - Studies in Intercultural Communications
Core Courses: (Select 7, including one of the courses denoted with an asterisk *)
JC305 - Introduction to Public Relations
JC358 - Persuasive Communications
JC360 - Public Speaking
JC374 - Public Relations Case Studies
JC378 - Communication Research Methods
JC395 - Public Relations Management
JC404 - Political Communications
JC475 - * Advertising Campaigns
JC476 - * Public Relations Campaigns
JC487 - Public Relations: An International Perspective
Electives: (Select 3)
JC306 - Theory & Influence of Media
JC318 - Persuasive Writing
JC327 - Professional Speaking
JC459 - Telecommunications Theory and Technology
JC478 - Mass Media: Law and Regulation
All courses are 3 semester credits unless otherwise specified.
Requirements:
The online Bachelors of Arts in Journalism and Communications degree program requires completion of three (3) foundation courses, seven (7) core courses, and three (3) electives for a total of thirteen (13) courses unless the student has transferable credits and/or life credits in whichcase fewer courses may be required.
Enrollment Process:
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