← Media and Professional Communications, BA
Lead Your Way Into Corporate & Community Relations
Where strategy, communication, and community converge.
The Corporate / Community Relations track prepares you to engage effectively with a company’s diverse audiences, whether customers, the public, or investors. Upon completing the track, you will be able to navigate professional relationships across industries and contexts, building strong connections that drive results.
Degree Requirements
Students must earn a minimum of 120 credits for the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in media and professional communications. Of this total, the major consists of 36 credits:
- 12 credits of required core courses;
- 24 credits in the Corporate / Community Relations track (including internship)
For additional degree requirements, see our General Education program page.
Program Notes
English composition (ENGCMP) courses and writing-intensive courses (officially designated as W courses in the catalog) that are taken for the Media and Professional Communications major must be passed with a grade of C or higher (grades of C- or lower are not acceptable).
Core Courses (12 Credits)
These courses provide a foundation in media systems, history, writing, and ethics.
Track Curriculum (24 Credits)
Students in the Corporate and Community Relations track develop writing, communication, and management skills for business and organizational settings. Courses cover public relations, corporate storytelling, advertising, technical writing, grant writing, and aspects of public service and urban planning. Hands-on projects and internships provide real-world experience.
REQUIRED COURSES: (9 CREDITS)
INTERNSHIP: (3 CREDITS)
Choose one of these two options:
ELECTIVES: (12 CREDITS)
Select four courses from the list of approved electives.
➤ Communication (COMMRC)
➤ English: Composition and Writing (ENGCMP / ENGWRT)
Professional & Public Writing
Journalism and Nonfiction
➤ Film and Media Business (FMST)
➤ Social and Organizational Dynamics (PSY and SOC)
➤ Public Service and Urban Planning (PUBSRV and URBNST)
Plan Your Path
Use these resources to understand your Media and Professional Communications major requirements, explore course options, and plan your path toward completing your degree.
Planning Resources
Use the Corporate & Community Relations Track Checklist (PDF) to plan your courses, internships, and career path.
Download Checklist (PDF) »Flexible Learning Options
Gain professional communication skills through a mix of in-person and online courses designed to fit your schedule.
View Online Courses »Gain Experience Beyond the Classroom
Build practical skills, explore your interests, and connect your Media and Professional Communications degree to real-world experiences.
Internships
The world of communications is fast-paced and dynamic, and an internship puts you right in the center of the action. At Pitt, you will gain valuable hands-on experience working alongside communications professionals in a corporate setting or behind-the-scenes at a media company. Or you could delve deep into a business project or jumpstart your writing skills at journalism bootcamp.
Learn more about internships »Global Experiences
Today, communication is a global phenomenon, and an international experience can give you an edge. We encourage CGS students to consider spending a break, semester, or summer abroad. Many of our partner locations offer English literature, film, and other courses related to media and communication.
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