Overview

Thanks to studies in the professional Master's study program "Strategic Communication Management", you will learn the necessary skills in Public relations, International communication and strategic planning and management of communication, reputation management and corporate social responsibility trends, develop the integrated marketing communication strategies that are currently so popular in communication. You will also learn Lobbying technologies, i.e. you will gain knowledge on how to represent the interests of your company or even the industry in the public and private sector, both in Latvia and abroad.

Also, the program offers a new specialization "Digital and multimedia communication", which includes the following study courses: Strategic management of communication in a multimedia environment; Digital communication and social media marketing; Graphic design and visualization; Communication psychology. In 2021 the Communication creative room "DigiCom" was also opened in the Communication Field, where multimedia skills can also be learned practically.

This Master's study program prepares strategic communication and public relations managers and leaders, who are able not only to manage a communication and public relations company, their structural units in the company, state institutions or municipal organizations, but also to pursue a career as a politician, civil servant or businessman. The acquired level of knowledge will give you the opportunity to teach communication to others, to work independently in your field, to lead your team and to continue your doctoral studies.

The program offers internships in the widest range of Latvian and foreign companies, as well as organizations.

The Master's study program "Strategic Communication Management" is accredited until October 28, 2027.

After graduating from the study program students can continue to develop their skills and abilities in the doctoral study program "Communication management" or in other master's or doctoral study programs offered by Turība University or others.

Programme Structure

You will get knowledge, skills and competence in managing public relations and communication. You will be able to conduct quality communication, resolve conflicts using lobbying technologies, represent the company's interests in various organizations and state institutions.In practice, you will cooperate with such companies and institutions as SEB banka, Nordea banka, Swedbank, Olainpharm, TV3, Latvijas Radio, LR State Chancellery and ministries.

At the end of the studies, a master's thesis is developed - a scientific and practical study on a topic chosen by you, which will promote your career and growth in general.

For students who have previously obtained a professional bachelor's degree in public relations or communication, the studies last 1.5 years.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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More details

September intake is open from February 1st August 1st.

February intake is open August 2nd to December 1st.

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Riga, Latvia

Disciplines

Communication Studies View 3 other Masters in Communication Studies in Latvia

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Riga

Latvia

503 - 783 EUR / month

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

Funding

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