About Public Relations in Mount Royal University
Public relations professionals use strategic thinking and relationship building to get it done. Find your focus in communications areas such as interpersonal and organizational communication, crisis and issues management, or communication planning. Learn how to successfully build and maintain relationships with key audiences and create strategic programs — skills that are integral to any organization’s success.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES
- Corporate communications specialist
- Strategic social media adviser
- Community relations coordinator
- Media relations specialist
- Political media adviser
- Special events coordinator
- Publicity officer
- Lobbyist/advocate
- Advertising account executive
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
WORK PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITY
Collaboration — In-class team projects with real clients prepare you for the workplace
Paid work experience — apply your learning in a work place environment prior to graduation
Specialize in a minor — tailor your degree to you with a wide variety of minors to choose from
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a minimum overall average of 65 percent in high school courses
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS : 6.5 (min. 5.0 on each band).
- TOEFL : 83 (min. 20 in each of four sections)
- PTE : 58 (min. 55 in each area)
Mount Royal University Highlights
Institution type |
Public |
Location |
Calgary, Alberta |
Campus Setting |
Urban |
Establishment Year |
1910 |
Program Type |
Bachelor’s, certificate, diploma, transfer, CSL |
No. of students |
14,562 |
No. of campuses |
1 |
On campus accommodation |
Available |
Intake seasons |
Fall, Spring and winter |
Cost of attendance |
CAD 35,900 |
Financial aid |
Scholarships |
Mount Royal University International Students - Program Tuition/Costs
International applicants are responsible for all program and living costs while studying at Mount Royal University.
Here are the estimated costs you can expect:
Estimated Expenses * |
Living on Campus |
Tuition/fees for International Students ** |
$22,460 - $24,250 |
Books/Supplies |
$1,500 |
Residence/Rent |
$6,000 |
Transportation |
Calgary Transit U-Pass included in tuition and fees |
Living Expenses and Spending Money |
$6,500 |
TOTAL |
$36,450 - $38,250 Canadian Dollars |