MA – Professional Comm. –Organizational / Strategic Comm.
Develop Communication Strategies with an MA in Professional Communication – Organizational and Strategic Communication Degree
Most companies rely on 2 main channels of communication: internal communication among employees and external communication with the public. With Liberty University’s Master of Arts (MA) in Professional Communication – Organizational and Strategic Communication, you can learn how to streamline communication processes for businesses and nonprofits of all sizes.
This professional communication master’s program explores how to help organizations put their best foot forward when establishing a reputation with the public and reaching target audiences. In addition, you can study how to communicate with employees and leaders within a company so that everyone is on the same page and can work toward the same goals.
Our strategic and organizational communication specialization aims to help you understand the research, theories, and practical strategies that underlie effective communication. Throughout the program, you can learn how to conduct, contribute, and apply valuable research to your field – helping you develop tools to make necessary changes within organizations.
Partner with us and discover how to help your company handle challenges in crisis communication, public relations, and more with an organizational and strategic communication master’s degree!
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Highlights
Highlights of Our MA in Professional Communication – Organizational and Strategic Communication Degree
Get Hands-On Experience from Day One
At Liberty, learning extends far beyond the classroom. You’ll have access to practical opportunities through our radio and television stations, the Liberty Flames Sports Network, client-based promotional projects, and student-run media outlets like our public relations firm and newspaper. These experiences can help you sharpen your skills and graduate with a résumé full of real-world accomplishments.
Join a Network of Successful Graduates
When you earn your degree here, you’re joining a community of professionals who are making their mark. Our alumni have gone on to work for well-known organizations like Genworth, Amazon Web Services, Kate Spade, and the Wounded Warrior Project. You can be equipped with the same foundation of excellence that helped them launch thriving careers.
Train with the Tools the Pros Use
You’ll have access to more than $1 million in cutting-edge technology and media facilities at Liberty’s School of Communication and the Arts. Whether you’re editing video, producing a radio segment, or crafting a PR campaign, you’ll be using professional-grade equipment that mirrors what you’ll find in the industry. This isn’t just preparation, it’s immersion.
Customize Your Degree to Fit Your Goals
No 2 communication careers are the same, and your degree shouldn’t be either. Liberty’s flexible course options allow you to choose from a variety of electives so you can specialize in the topics that matter most to you. Whether you’re interested in media production, strategic communication, or digital storytelling, you can tailor your education to match your career goals.
Prepare for the Job Market with Confidence
Before you even graduate, you’ll have the resources to help you stand out in a competitive job market. Liberty’s Career Center offers personalized support, from résumé reviews and portfolio development to interview coaching and job search strategies. We’re here to help you turn your hard work into meaningful career opportunities.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with a Degree in Strategic and Organizational Communication?
Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Professional Communication with a specialization in Organizational/Strategic Communication can help prepare you for the following occupations:
- Advertising director
- College instructor
- Communication consultant
- Content manager
- Director of communication
- Marketing director
- Nonprofit development director
- Public relations director
- Researcher
The beauty of a communications degree is that it provides a well-rounded, versatile skill set that may prove useful in a wide variety of careers. One career you may be interested in after earning your degree is the role of a public relations specialist. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in this field is projected to grow 6% from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average rate for all occupations.* At Liberty, you can get the training you need to lead important communication initiatives in companies of all sizes – whether you’re working as a public relations specialist or in another related role.
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Public Relations Specialists (viewed online May 22, 2025). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Courses
What Will You Study in an Organizational and Strategic Communications Master’s Program?
In Liberty University’s MA in Professional Communication – Organizational and Strategic Communication program, you’ll study how to lead internal and external communication strategies that can influence, motivate, and inform. Courses explore topics such as community relations, media technologies, social media strategy, brand identity, and organizational growth through effective messaging.
You’ll also have the flexibility to choose electives that align with your interests. Whether you want to dive deeper into topics like leadership communication, interpersonal dynamics, digital storytelling, or persuasion, this program lets you tailor your studies with a wide range of communication and strategic communication courses.
In addition to specialized and elective coursework, you’ll take foundational classes in communication theory and research design. These courses can help prepare you to evaluate complex communication challenges and develop practical, research-based solutions – all culminating in a thesis or final project where you can showcase your skills and insight.
Additional Degree Information
Featured Professional Communication Courses
COMS 630 – Professional Communication and Nonprofit Development
STCO 526 – Strategic Storytelling
STCO 532 – Media Technologies and Communication Strategies
STCO 546 – Effective Media Analysis
Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Communication and the Arts
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- Check out our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s Strategic and Organizational Communication Degree?
Professionals Who’ve Been in the Field
At Liberty, your education is shaped by professors who bring years of real-world communication and media experience to the classroom. These are not just instructors, they’re mentors who have worked in the industry and know what it takes to succeed. With their guidance, you can build a foundation of practical knowledge while gaining résumé-boosting experience through involvement with our radio and television stations, student-run newspaper, public relations firm, and more.
Design a Degree That Works for You
You shouldn’t have to fit into a mold, and with Liberty’s flexible course structure, you won’t have to. In our organizational and strategic communication master’s program, you’ll choose 4 out of 6 specialization courses and 5 additional electives from a wide range of communication topics. This customizable format allows you to explore the areas that align with your personal interests and professional goals, giving you a tailored academic experience.
Prepare for a Career That Makes an Impact
Whether you want to lead internal communication for a corporation or develop strategic messaging for a nonprofit, this degree is designed to get you there. You’ll graduate with relevant, job-ready skills that translate across industries, from public relations and media production to corporate training and consulting. The combination of academic rigor and hands-on learning can help you enter the real world.
Join a Network of Successful Graduates
A degree from Liberty can open doors. Our alumni have gone on to work for respected organizations like Genworth, Amazon Web Services, Kate Spade, and the Wounded Warrior Project. You’ll be joining a community of communication professionals who are making a difference, and you can have the resources and reputation of Liberty behind you every step of the way.
Admissions
How Do You Become an MA in Organizational Communication Student?
Every application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants must submit the following documents and meet the minimum requirements for admission:
- Admission application
- Official transcripts showing a regionally or nationally accredited bachelor’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA for admission in good standing
- Self-certification form (for students who are in the final term of their bachelor’s degree)
- Current Liberty undergraduate students seeking preliminary acceptance into a graduate program must complete a degree completion application through their ASIST account
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