Strategic Communication Master's Degree
Career Outlook
74 percent of our alumni reported that they earned over $100,000 since completing their strategic communication master's degree and that the program helped them become a better professional. Our two-year graduation rate is nearly 90 percent, based on UMN program data, which is one of the highest at the University of Minnesota.
Where Our Graduates Work
- 3M
- Medtronic
- Ecolab
- Mastercare
- UCare
- Optum
- TikTok
- Weber Shandwick
- Minnesota Historical Society
- Virgin Hotels
- CHS
- U.S. Bank
- Second Harvest Heartland
- Colle + McVoy
- Target
- General Mills
- Mayo Clinic
- Ameriprise Financial
- United Healthcare
- Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
- City of Minneapolis
- Non-profit organizations, including state government and higher education
- University of Minnesota
Common Strategic Communication Job Titles
- Social Media Manager
- Digital Strategist
- Communications Director
- Communications Specialist
- Consumer Insights Manager
- Communications Research Analyst
- Account Executive
- Content Strategist
- Marketing Specialist
- Marketing Director
- Public Relations Specialist
- Advertising and Promotions Manager
- Chief Marketing Office
- Vice President of Communications
- Vice President, Global Sales
- Executive Director
- Principal Consultant
- Director of Public Relations
- Director of Content Strategy
- Director of Corporate Communications
- Brand Manager
- Product Marketing Manager
What our Alumni Say About the Strategic Communication Program
- The program elevated my confidence and credibility as a professional
- I became a more thoughtful and effective communicator
- One of the best investments I've made in my career
- The network I gained continues to benefit me professionally
- The perfect balance of theory, strategy and real-world application
- I would absolutely choose this program again
- Builds a network among working professionals
- Stay connected with their graduate school cohort for years to come
- The skills I gained continue to shape my career
- It expanded my perspective and strengthened my strategic thinking
- It gave me the tools to make a greater impact in my organization
Ready To Take The Next Step At UMN
Career outcomes are just one piece of your education and professional journey. Explore what it takes to graduate from the Master's in Strategic Communication program at the University of Minnesota, what you'll learn, and what it costs so you can make the right decision for your career.