Overview
Why choose this course?
This Master of Business (Public Relations) degree at the Queensland University of Technology is designed to extend your real-world public relations knowledge and skills.
Public relations focuses on how to build organisational relationships, write for and liaise with the media, and make public relations decisions across the corporate, government, agency and not for-profit sectors.
In undertaking this study area you will also acquire the skills to manage public relations issues, respond to public opinion and work to protect reputations for real world organisations. Throughout the course you will develop a portfolio of work to demonstrate your advanced knowledge, skills and potential to employers.
Career outcomes
Public relations specialists advise on how to manage and portray corporate and organisational identities. You will acquire professional communication skills for employment in corporate, government, consultancy and not-for-profit sectors.
Our graduates enter the marketplace as public relations managers and consultants, special event managers, promotions managers, media advisers, information officers, and corporate communication officers.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Developing Market Intelligence Skills for Decision Making
- Organisational Storytelling
- Public Relations Foundations
- Business Intelligence
- Community Engagement
- Strategic Communication Campaigns
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Business Administration International Business Public Relations View 12 other Masters in Public Relations in AustraliaAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS- 085448J
As part of QUT's application for admission process, you will be automatically assessed for the 1.5 year program. If you wish to be considered for the 2 year program only, please indicate this on your application form.
- Master of Business - 1.5 year program
A completed recognised bachelor degree in business or related field with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale).
November: A completed recognised bachelor degree in marketing, mass communication or journalism with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 (on QUT's 7 point scale).
- Master of Business - 2 year program
A completed recognised bachelor degree in any discipline with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale).
Tuition Fee
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International
33100 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 33100 AUD per year during 18 months. -
National
29600 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 29600 AUD per year during 18 months.
Living costs for Brisbane
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.