Public Relations Major

Students majoring in public relations can enter a variety of fields with careers in agencies, individual organizations or companies, or government offices.

Graduates will have knowledge of how to advocate a company, product, or service to the public and they gain real-life experience through professional internships.

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Students Speak

“Learning about public relations and marketing at Northwestern has encouraged me to incorporate my relationship with the Lord into everything I do. I have learned that the love of Christ can be shared without citing memory verses in the middle of press releases or praying before and after a presentation. Rather, His love shines through me when I do things like treat people with respect and use integrity in my research and writing.”

Kelli – Hutchinson, Minnesota

What classes will I take?

  • PR Writing and Tactics
  • PR Events: Planning and Scripting
  • Public Relations Cases & Campaigns
  • Political Communication

What can I do with this major?

  • Communications Specialist
  • Event Planner/Coordinator
  • Marketing Associate
  • Media Relations Specialist
  • Press Secretary
  • Promotions Coordinator
  • PR Account Executive
  • Writer