Master of Science in Media Management, Public Administration Online
Gain in-depth knowledge of administrative organizational structures, regulations and ethics, and multichannel marketing. This uniquely versatile program is the only degree of its kind in Arkansas, combining an essential foundation in media communications with a broad range of coursework.
Program Overview
Learn more about our online M.S. in Media Management – Public Administration track program
Learn administrative organizational structures, regulations and ethics, multi-channel marketing, and more in the Master of Science in Media Management, Public Administration program at A-State Online.
This uniquely versatile program is the only degree of its kind in Arkansas, combining an essential foundation in media communications with the knowledge and skills specific to your career goals.
Tailor your program to your specific interests by selecting from a broad range of coursework covering such topics as administrative behavior, administrative leadership, administrative ethics, human resources management, public information management, media account management, and the integration of social media in strategic communications.
A-State’s M.S. in Media Management provides an advanced degree that focuses on interpersonal and group communication in mass media and online environments. In addition to emphasizing skills in emerging media and communications, our MSMM – Public Admin online degree prepares you for management positions so you can advance in your career.
With this degree, you can pursue management roles in:
- Journalism
- Broadcasting
- Advertising
- Public relations
- Sales
- News and broadcast
- Non-profit organizations
- Journalism
- Broadcasting
- Advertising
- Public relations
- Sales
- News and broadcast
- Non-profit organizations
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Tuition
Pay for your online program by the course
Our Master of Science in Media Management, Public Administration track offers the same affordable tuition to all U.S. residents. All fees are included. Tuition may be subject to change on a yearly basis.
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
When to apply, when classes start, when tuition is due
Our M.S. in Media Management, Public Administration track is designed to be flexible and convenient for working professionals, featuring accelerated coursework and multiple start dates a year.
Please note Summer 1 and Summer 2 terms are 5 weeks in duration for this program.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2 | 10/14/24 | 9/30/24 | 10/4/24 | 10/10/24 | 10/11/24 | 12/6/24 |
| Spring 1 | 1/13/25 | 12/16/24 | 12/18/24 | 1/9/25 | 1/10/25 | 2/28/25 |
| Spring 2 | 3/10/25 | 2/24/25 | 2/28/25 | 3/6/25 | 3/7/25 | 5/2/25 |
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Admissions
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Admission to the M.S. in Media Management, Public Administration track is based on a variety of evidence, including educational and professional experience. Students who are interested in this online program must have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution. Review full admission requirements below.
Admission Requirements:
- Online application
- Official transcripts
- Letter of recommendation
- Complete online application and submit a nonrefundable $30 fee
- Official transcript(s) sent from the registrar of the college/university attended. Official transcripts are sealed transcripts sent from the granting institution.
- Have a baccalaureate degree or a master's degree with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from an accredited institution.
- Per Graduate School guidelines, to gain unconditional admission a student must also have a 3.0 GPA for any prior graduate courses or programs.
- Submit a letter of recommendation
- Provide a written statement of purpose (500 words) addressing the applicant's interest in obtaining this degree.
Preferably an applicant's undergraduate background will include courses with grades of "C" or higher in some media or media-related field or professional media experience. If a student has neither of the above they should address this deficiency in their statement of purpose and explain how this degree will help them meet their professional goals in order to be considered for admission.
Any potential graduate transfer credits must be from another accredited institution. No more than 6 hours of transfer work, if any, will be accepted. Only in exceptional cases will transfer courses be allowed to meet degree requirements in the MSMM program.
Students must have a 3.0 GPA in any graduate coursework or programs and have completed 18 hours of coursework to meet graduation requirements. Students in the online Master of Science in Media Management degree will complete a capstone course in lieu of taking the Comprehensive Examination.
Submit all documents to:
A-State OnlineP.O. Box 2520
State University, AR 72467
Fax: 870-972-3548
Email: [email protected]
Additional information
Transfer credits
Up to 9 graduate hours from A-State or other higher education institutions may be credited toward a program. No course can be older than six years by graduation time. Transfer credit will be evaluated by the Director of the Program. To request prior credit be evaluated, please complete the Graduate Transfer Credit Evaluation Form.
Courses
What you'll learn in your online public administration courses
Students pursuing the Master of Science in Media Management, Public Administration track must complete 30 credit hours of coursework, including the six core courses (18 credit hours) and four courses (12 credit hours) specific to Public Administration. In order to meet graduation requirements, students must achieve a 3.0 GPA in all graduate coursework taken in the College of Liberal Arts and Communications. Students in the online Master of Science in Media Management program will complete a CAPSTONE course in lieu of taking a Comprehensive Examination.
Visit the Course Registration page to view the course schedule for this degree.
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