Media and Public Affairs - George Washington University

Media and Public Affairs from George Washington University is a Campus Master Media Studies degree that prepares you for a Communications career. An internationally recognized center for research and teaching in political and international communication , the Media and Public Affairs (SMPA) at George Washington University offers a M.A. program for students seeking a rigorous grounding in theoretical, research and practical issues related to strategic political communication. This program is designed to provide solid training in an array of professions -- including public and non-profit management; government relations; advocacy communication; political public relations and consulting; news media; public opinion and policy analysis; and academia. The SMPA M.A. curriculum builds on five core courses that provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the interactions between media, communication and political processes. Beyond the core courses, students work closely with faculty advisors to develop expertise on specific issues in the field of media and politics. They can choose from a recommended set of related courses, or design their own course sequence. Students can take classes in GW's many renowned departments and schools including such top-ranked programs as American Studies , International Business, International Affairs, Law, Political Science, and Public Policy and Administration. To complete the program, students need to take comprehensive exams, write a thesis, produce a strategic project, or write an investigative journalism project during the second year. Our master's graduates have gone on positions at government institutions like the State Department, Department of Defense, and the U.S. Senate, as well as private companies like the Pew Research Center, Hart Research, Media Matters, and Politico. Some have been admitted to PhD programs at GW and such institutions as the University of North Carolina, the University of Pennsylvania, and Georgetown University. View more details on George Washington University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Media Studies courses.