M.A. in Communication – Media & Arts Management & Promotion
If You Love Media, Promote It
Media and arts organizations navigate an ever-changing digital landscape. Equip yourself to advance in management positions and lead them through our online Master of Arts in Communication – Media & Arts Management & Promotion program. It will prepare you for various aspects of such roles, from research, production management, and marketing to media and employment law. This master’s in communication program, grounded in a Christian worldview and taught by the same faculty that teaches on-campus in Virginia Beach, will culminate in practical experience with a directed media project.
Increase Your Earning Potential
Capitalize on higher salary potential as you advance your arts and media management skills.
Expand Your Marketing Knowledge
Gain expertise in social media and internet marketing, and viral marketing techniques.
Receive Relevant Experience
Conduct research and analysis and develop a business plan.
Gain Extensive Knowledge
Expand your knowledge through communication, business, law, and leadership courses.
To learn more about this program, please complete the Request Information form on this page.
On completing the online master’s in Communication – Media & Arts Management & Promotion degree, you will be able to:
- Apply appropriate research methods and conduct data analysis to gain an insight into industry trends.
- Leverage the power of social media and internet marketing, including branding, promotion, and distribution.
- Apply laws relevant to arts and media management.
Career Opportunities
- Media company management
- Theatre & arts management
- Arts & entertainment promotions
- Sales & marketing
Media industry research methods, evaluation and analysis techniques, including surveys, content analyses, polling, data mining, in-depth interviews, and focus groups. Common research practices of professional journalists, public relations practitioners, film-television professionals, media analysts and consultants, and communication scholars are examined. Web-based lab included. Cross-listed with JRN 601.
Current issues in media law and ethics governing the creation, production, distribution and ownership of media content, focusing on new communication technologies and services. Issues addressed include intellectual property, freedom of the press, privacy, obscenity, libel, licensing and contracts, guilds and unions, and consumer rights and protections. Cross-listed with JRN 614.
2021-22 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All new students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
---|---|---|
Session A | Friday, August 13 | Monday, August 23 |
Session M | Friday, September 10 | Monday, September 20 |
Session B | Friday, October 15 | Monday, October 25 |
Session C | Tuesday, December 21 | Monday, January 10 |
Session T | Friday, January 28 | Monday, February 7 |
Session D | Friday, March 4 | Monday, March 14 |
Session E | Friday, April 29 | Monday, May 9 |
Session F | Friday, June 10 | Monday, June 20 |
Admissions Requirements
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
- Submit your application at www.regent.edu/apply.
Step 2: Complete Your Admissions Questionnaire
- After you submit your application, you will receive a link to complete the required admissions questionnaire.
Step 3: Submit Your Unofficial College Transcripts
- Email your unofficial college transcripts to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Unofficial Transcripts.
- Upon conditional acceptance, Regent University will attempt to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution.
- International transcripts must be evaluated by an NACES-approved company.
Step 4: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
- Email a photo of your government-issued ID to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Government ID.
- Please note that all items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
PART-TIME STUDENTS
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
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Master of Arts (MA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
Master of Fine Arts in Television & Video Production (MFA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $920 | 6 | $5,520 |
Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $950 | 3 | $2,850 |
Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $950 | 3 | $2,850 |
Full-Time Students
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
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Master of Arts (MA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
Master of Fine Arts in Television & Video Production (MFA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $920 | 9 | $8,280 |
Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $950 | 6 | $5,700 |
Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $950 | 6 | $5,700 |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 |
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
Part-Time Students
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
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Master of Arts (MA) | $650 | 6 | $3,900 |
Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $650 | 6 | $3,900 |
Master of Fine Arts in Television & Video Production (MFA) | $650 | 6 | $3,900 |
Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $895 | 6 | $5,370 |
Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $925 | 3 | $2,775 |
Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $925 | 3 | $2,775 |
Full-Time Students
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
---|---|---|---|
Master of Arts (MA) | $650 | 9 | $5,850 |
Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $650 | 9 | $5,850 |
Master of Fine Arts in Television & Video Production (MFA) | $650 | 9 | $5,850 |
Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $895 | 9 | $8,055 |
Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $925 | 6 | $5,550 |
Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $925 | 6 | $5,550 |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 |
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
Estimated Cost of Attendance: View the estimated cost of attendance to see an example of the total cost of tuition and fees.
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