The Public Relations concentration of the Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies helps students to acquire the strategic communication and relationship-building skills needed to succeed in this industry. Public relations is best thought of as a communication process, one that helps organizations maintain mutually beneficial relationships with key stakeholders. Strong writing and oral communication skills are a must, as is the ability to research information efficiently and communicate effectively using the latest social media tools. Jobs in public relations include: publicist, lobbyist, media liaison, copywriter, scriptwriter, corporate spokesperson, and public relations manager.

At Fisher College, a private not-for-profit institution in Boston, Institute believes that college should be more than just higher education—it should be a life-changing experience, an introduction to a much larger world of possibilities, knowledge, and expectations. For more than a century, Fisher has been changing lives by providing students with the tools they need to compete successfully in today's challenging economy. Though built around the liberal arts, Fisher majors and graduate programs reflect Institute expertise in practical fields like management, accounting, fashion merchandising, criminal justice, biology, information technology, and cyber security, to name a few. Institute believes in educating students through close intellectual engagement with Fisher faculty, meeting together in small-group classroom settings, or with industry and business leaders through internships, guest lectures, and site visits. Institute takes full advantage of the educational resources of Boston, a city rich in both history and culture and a centre of intellectual ferment, entrepreneurship, and scientific advancement.

Whether you are a traditional-age undergraduate studying on Fisher College beautiful Boston campus, or an online learner seeking a bachelor's or master's degree or certificate through Fisher College Graduate and Professional Studies division, the Institute faculty and staff are committed to providing an educational experience that prepares you for a lifetime of success and satisfaction in your field of choice. Contact us today and start discovering your future at Fisher College.

Fisher values the freedom to chart its own future with a minimum of financial constraints. To enjoy this freedom to the fullest, Fisher acts with great financial care and prudence, mindful it is the steward of others ‘trust and treasure, and always putting its students‘ interests first. Fisher values advancing the common good through civic engagement, community service, environmental stewardship, and the public discussion of ideas. Fisher has a special, historical obligation to be a point of access to higher education for the people of Boston, especially first generation students and students from underrepresented groups.