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Public relations is an exciting and challenging field which demands individuals with excellent communication skills and training. Most public relations classes are taught by faculty members who have professional experience in addition to their academic training. The practical applications of ethics are carefully considered. The program pays special attention to effective written and oral communication as well as developing a fundamental understanding of human communication and research methods.
Career Opportunities
Public relations employment is diverse. Communications companies, television and radio stations, theatres, sports teams, corporations and non-profit organizations, trade associations, government and educational institutions all need people with management skills in public relations and communication.
Complete your major in PR at the Macomb Center!
Currently, and for the first time, students majoring in Public Relations have the opportunity to complete the PR major at the WSU Macomb Center. In Fall 2007, Wayne State is offering 3170, the fundamentals course, at the Macomb Center, taught by PR program coordinator Dr. Shelly Najor.