Overview
The MBA - MA in Communication from Johns Hopkins University helps students develop managerial acumen and expertise as communicators. Administered with the Johns Hopkins Zanvyl Krieger School of Arts and Sciences, the dual-degree program will prepare you to take a leadership role in a range of areas including public and media relations, advertising, crisis communication, risk communication, and organizational development.
Key facts:
- Among its many strengths, the MBA/MA in Communications will show you how to build constructive relationships with media organizations and other clients, and to promote and protect your company’s brand.
- This dual degree offers students flexibility, allowing them to take courses online, on-site in Baltimore or Washington, D.C., or a combination of both. Although not required, you can choose from six in-demand MBA concentrations including financial businesses, health care management, leading organizations and marketing.
More information
Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses included:
- Accounting and Financial Reporting
- Business Communication
- Business Law
- Business Leadership & Human Values
- Corporate Finance
- Decision Models
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
Applications are accepted year-round and students may apply to enroll for Summer, Fall or Spring semesters. There are no strict application deadlines.
Language
English
IELTS or TOEFL needed
Credits
90 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus, Blended
Disciplines
Business Administration Communication Sciences Master in Business Administration (MBA) View 1016 other Masters in Business Administration in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. 3 (required)
GRE® The GRE® General Test is a widely administered admissions test that measures the skills needed in today's graduate and business school programs worldwide. It contains three sections - Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. Three scores are reported: a Verbal Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, a Quantitative Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, and an Analytical Writing score on a 0 - 6 score scale in half-point increments. —
GMAT The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is a test intended to assess certain analytical, writing, quantitative, verbal, and reading skills in written English for use in admission to a graduate management program, such as an MBA. GMAT contains 4 sections - Analytical Writing Assessment, Integrated Reasoning, Quantitative and Verbal. The score has a range from 200 - 800. —
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 7 (required)
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at desiganated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 100 (required)
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. —
Other requirements
General requirements
- Official transcripts from all U.S. schools must be sent electronically. All U.S. transcripts must be from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
- Resume
- 2 Essays
- One letter of recommendation
- GMAT/GRE scores - requirement varies by program.
- TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers. A waiver request form can be found on the online application.
Tuition Fee
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International
1403 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 4210 USD for the full programme and a duration of 36 months. -
National
1403 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 4210 USD for the full programme and a duration of 36 months.
$1,410 per credit (MBA) | $4,210 per course (MA)
Funding
The Johns Hopkins Carey Business School offers numerous options for financing your education, including scholarship aid, loans, payment plans, and tuition reimbursement available to those who qualify.
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.
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