Overview

The Strategic Communication program of the University of Minnesota offers students a world-class education in the heart of a thriving media market. A brilliant and diverse faculty, a rigorous yet streamlined program, and access to some of the biggest companies and agencies in the industry make the Hubbard School unlike any other.

More than 90% of our students report significantly higher income after graduation.

Take the same courses, start to finish, with the same group of dedicated peers who collaborate, support and inspire each other.

Many students apply what they learn in class the very next day at work. Use what you learn in real time, in the real world.

More Than a Degree

A world-class education, a built-in network of lifelong professional connections, and an inspiring faculty are all part of the program.

Expand Your Skill Set

Develop planning and analytical capabilities that empower your career

Break free from tactic-only thinking and embed strategy and holistic thinking into your communications planning and execution

Experience the rigor and respect of an MBA with less number crunching and more creativity

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Strategic Communication Research Methods

Factors Affecting Communication Strategy

Strategic Communication Theory

Generation and Selection of Communication Strategies

Digital Strategy and Analytics

Integration of Communication Strategy Across Media

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00

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Rolling Deadline: We will accept applications through June 15 on a space available basis

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

Corporate Communication View 133 other Masters in Corporate Communication in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Professionals in strategic communication currently employed in an advertising, public relations or marketing firm, or in a communication function within a corporation, nonprofit, or government entity, may apply. Other applicants whose experience or qualifications indicate the likelihood of their success will also be considered.

Applicants must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited US institution or its foreign equivalent. At least two years of professional experience in any of the following areas is preferred:

Account planning, account management, advertising management, media planning or buying, or media sales or promotion

Corporate or nonprofit communications, public affairs, public relations, or investor relations

Direct marketing, sales management, marketing management, brand management or marketing, or public opinion research

Journalism, reporting, or writing

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

39015 USD / year

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Out-of-State

39015 USD / year

≈ 39015 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

24975 USD / year

≈ 24975 USD / year

Living costs

Minneapolis

United States

1130 - 2045 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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More Than a Degree

Expand Your Skill Set

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

Minneapolis

Financing

Funding

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