Public Relations Major, B.S.

Swaying public opinion has never been an easy task. Nowadays, with the rise of the internet and social media, the job has become even more challenging and critical. Through persuasive strategies, content marketing and media relations, companies large and small rely on PR professionals to establish, gain and maintain a positive public image.

To kickstart a successful career in public relations, you’ll need to be able to conduct extensive research and draw conclusions from your findings, solve complex problems by employing critical thinking skills, demonstrate stellar written and verbal communication skills, and exercise grit to implement your solutions effectively.

This degree program requires students to complete an internship as nearly all prospective employers will expect to see some hands-on experience upon graduation. Faculty work closely with students and the MSU Denver Applied Learning Center to help you find internship opportunities that match your areas of interest.

Since Denver is the 18^th-largest media market in the U.S., there are plenty of opportunities for internships while you’re enrolled in classes and to find permanent work once you’ve graduated.

With a degree in public relations from MSU Denver, you’ll enter the professional world with an array of skills to start your career. The average annual salary in public relations in Denver is $42,000.