USC Annenberg master’s programs
Master’s programs on campus
Communication Data Science (MS)
Develop the skills to uniquely connect the communication, media, and technology industries by applying communication theory to “big data” projects.
Communication Management (MCG)
Build a foundation in theory and applied research to design and execute effective communication strategies and tactics across a range of business functions.
Digital Social Media (MS)
Learn the theory, practice and strategic mindset that are essential for developing and managing social media platforms, digital media, apps, and online communities.
Global Media and Communication (MA) / Global Media (MSc)
(dual degree with the London School of Economics)
Examine the transformational role of communication and media in an increasingly interconnected world from two media capitals — London and Los Angeles.
Journalism (MS)
Develop into a deadline-driven multimedia journalist producing cross-platform stories in a converged news environment.
Public Diplomacy (MPD)
Understand how governments and non-state actors use media and communication to shape public opinion, international relations and public diplomacy for domestic and global audiences.
Public Relations and Advertising (MA)
Prepare to advocate on behalf of a person, brand, or organization by executing strategies informed by audience insights, and producing multiplatform storytelling grounded in ethical frameworks and data intelligence.
Specialized Journalism (MA)
Produce high-level, long-form reporting grounded in content-area expertise developed by taking courses across the university.
Specialized Journalism (Arts and Culture) (MA)
Learn to report on and magnify the arts as a critical aspect of culture while building multi-media journalism skills.
Master’s programs online
Communication Management (Online) (MCG)
Manage rapidly evolving media and organizational environments and implement communication strategies that drive measurable results across corporate, nonprofit, government, and entrepreneurial settings.
Digital Media Management (Online) (MS)
Become a leader who understands the evolving media landscape, makes ethical, data-informed decisions, and builds a more equitable future by managing diverse teams.
Public Relations Innovation, Strategy and Management (Online) (MS)
Build a foundation in critical thinking, ethics and data-driven decision-making to lead across the full spectrum of PR, marketing and advertising functions.