Overview

Bringing together the worlds of creative management, design thinking, and business strategy, our program extends beyond the limits of traditional design programs. You’ll develop a holistic understanding of creativity and the design process while mastering the managerial insights and leadership strategies needed to deliver business-focused outcomes.

Ideal for professionals within the fields of design, communications, marketing, and related areas, our program is entirely virtual, so you don’t have to interrupt your career to earn your degree. You’ll learn through a blend of online lectures, group discussions, and applied coursework—all of which you can complete from your home or office.

The Program

Our Design Management and Communications program from Georgetown University is grounded in the industry today. Capitalizing on Georgetown’s broad partner network, we provide access to valuable resources—including direct exposure to leading experts and organizations—to support your continued professional development. You’ll have opportunities to expand your network and build your portfolio through real-world client engagements and hands-on practice in the rapidly evolving communications landscape.

Led by a faculty of industry practitioners, you’ll be introduced to the latest tools, practices, and sought-after skills that today’s market demands. Our faculty members bring expertise across a wide range of specialties, including creative strategy, design leadership, digital and traditional marketing communications, social media, management, and branding.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Visual Communications

Design Management & Strategy

Design Thinking

Design Leadership

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., United States

Disciplines

Design Management Studies Digital Media View 108 other Masters in Design in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Our application is conveniently located online for you to complete at your own pace. There is a $50, non-refundable fee.

Your resume or CV should be no longer than two pages.

Statement of purpose.

Two letters of recommendation.

Official transcripts.

Writing and work samples.

English proficiency.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

52413 USD / year

≈ 52413 USD / year
Out-of-State

52413 USD / year

≈ 52413 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

52413 USD / year

≈ 52413 USD / year

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Overview

The Program

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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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

International Applies to you

Domestic

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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