MA in Professional Communication

The world is becoming more complex due to emerging technologies, geopolitical and social unrest, and shifting stakeholder expectations. In these unprecedented times, the role of professional communicators is evolving as institutions look to navigate new challenges and opportunities. Professional communication students are gaining the knowledge, skills, and capabilities crucial to becoming 21st-century communications leaders.

Why USF?

• Our Graduates are Changing the World — Graduates enter the workforce prepared for today and for the future, taking our programs' world-class reputation and building careers in cities across America — and the world.
• San Francisco Advantage — Located at USF’s downtown campus, students have unparalleled access to innovative companies of San Francisco and nearby Silicon Valley.
• Accommodating Schedule — Classes are held hybrid online and on campus, in the late afternoon and evenings, offering flexibility and convenience for full-time students and working professionals.
• Practical Experience — The program features opportunities for applied research and professional engagement that ensure students are career-ready.

I wanted to break into the tech field but couldn’t with my undergraduate degree alone. My investment in USF’s MAPC Technical concentration and coursework opened doors at well-known brands in my dream field.”

Benjamin Pigg MA Professional Communication ’23