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Communications Management

McMaster University
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #101
Tuition USD 12,570 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,249 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Hamilton, Canada
Language English

Program Overview

The Communications Management at McMaster University is a MA programme in Business & Management over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Communications Management programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 12,570 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,249 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Hamilton, Canada

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Communications Management programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:

  1. Business Analyst
  2. Management Consultant
  3. Product Manager
  4. Strategy Analyst
  5. Operations Manager
  6. Entrepreneur

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Organizational Public Relations
  2. Public Relations Research
  3. Strategic Public Relations Management
  4. Applied Ethics in Communications
  5. Strategic Management
  6. Financial Reporting and Management Accounting
  7. Managerial Finance
  8. Marketing Management

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements

MCM

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with a minimum B average
  • Graduate Record Examination – applications with an Honours bachelors degree are exempt from this
  • Five years of full-time professional experience in public relations or related field
  • Three letters of recommendation, including one from the current employer
  • A portfolio of samples of your best work, particularly those which illustrate strategic management ability
  • A personal interview with the Academic Director or Admissions committee
  • Your current CV
  • A personal essay of no more than 500 words explaining your interest and suitability for the program.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 12,570 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,249 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 12,570 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,249 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact McMaster University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.