Careers

Accelerate Your Career Path

After working for a few years in a field like journalism, media relations, government relations, or risk and crisis communication, you are likely ready to advance your career. As you look at higher-level job opportunities, there are communication and problem-solving skills that organizations in your industry seek but many potential hires don't have.

The MACC program is designed to help bridge this industry gap by equipping you with the conceptual knowledge and practical skills to be effective communicators and leaders. As you gain new knowledge and skills in the program, our in-house career advisor and coach is here to help you map out your path toward your next career destination.

The Effect of a Graduate Degree on Your Career

Earning a master's degree can also have a significant impact on your lifetime earnings and employability. Many studies have been conducted and articles written on the topic; here are a few to get started:

• In Defense of the Master’s Degree, Sean Gallagher (Forbes)
• For Millennials, a Bachelor’s Degree Continues to Pay Off, but a Master’s Earns Even More, Richard Fry (Pew Research Center)
• Lifetime Earnings by Education Level, The College Board (College Board)