The Public Relations Certificate is designed for students who have or are pursuing a baccalaureate degree and wish to specialize in the area of public relations. The 24-credit program includes courses in writing for the media, publication design, speech communication, as well as other areas of public relations. Upon completion of the program, students with a baccalaureate degree receive an official Public Relations Certificate.

Required courses (8 courses - 24 credits)

A grade of C+ or better in each course is required for the certificate. A minimum of six of the required courses must be taken at Rider.

Admission Requirements

Candidates for admission to the Public Relations Certificate Program must speak with a CCS Academic Advisor, complete a CCS application and submit supporting transcripts from all colleges attended. The application will be reviewed and approved by CCS and the communication department. Minimum admissions requirements are: (1) a baccalaureate degree or be a candidate for a baccalaureate degree (usually at Rider); (2) junior standing or beyond (may take some courses before admission to the program); (3) a 2.5 GPA in all undergraduate work or evidence of acceptable public relations experience. This program is available only to students enrolled in CCS.