Introduction to the Global Strategic Communication Master Program at FIU

To the creative and well-organized mind, education is a great adventure, one that allows students to grow and develop their artistic talents. Applying those talents to the world of advertising, is both an exciting and lucrative opportunity recognized by many young creative minds. Florida International University has partnered with world renowned Miami Ad School, to offer a one-of-a-kind accelerated Master of Science degree in Mass Communication, Creative Track. This program is a combination of academia and skill building, which gives graduates the competitive edge they need to succeed.

This Master of Science degree in Mass Communication, Creative Track program offers an unrivaled education in mass communications taught by the some of most experienced academic and professional faculty in the field, and located in one of the most vibrant and influential cities in the world. With dozens of top advertising agencies and corporations located in South Florida as well as important cultural events such as Art Basel and industry events such as NATPE, Miami is a hot bed for influential business and significant creativity.

Be the Best

When you enter the Global Strategic Communication program, you are getting the experience and knowledge of two esteemed institutions; Florida International University a nationally top ranked academic institution, and the Miami Ad School, one of the most prestigious and highly awarded advertising schools in the world. Upon completion of the program, you will receive a Master of Science degree in Mass Communication, Creative Track that represents hours of skill building work that will be applied for the rest of your career.

While enrolled in this program, students will expand their ability to creatively and strategically structure successful brand campaigns, as well analyze business problems that can be solved with creative solutions. Students undertake campaign-style projects that enable them to practice their creative skills in a real-world setting. This type of work will ensure that graduates have the experience they need for their burgeoning careers.

Requirements

We have high expectations for ourselves, and just as high expectations for our students. Applicants must have already completed a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in order to be considered, as well as creative samples of work that expresses their individuality.  Upon acceptance, students will be enrolled in a total of 36-semester credit starting in the Fall or the Spring, lock-step program that is completed in five consecutive semesters including summers (18 months). The program is demanding and requires time and effort and takes place in both campuses simultaneously, FIU and Miami Ad School in Miami Beach. There is no flexible-curriculum available as all the courses are pre-selected for the student.

Although this accelerated schedule may seem daunting at first, our program has a high graduation rate; our typical student is hard working and dedicated, attributes that contribute to their high rate of success in the classroom, as well as in their post graduate careers.

Cultivate Your Creativity at Florida International University (FIU)

The Global Strategic Communication Creative Track program leads to a Master of Science Degree in Mass Communication with a specialty in Creativity. This program, in partnership with world-renowned Miami Ad School, is designed to tap into a student’s creative skills and strategic thinking. Learn how to develop an advertising campaign through the analysis of a brand’s issues with creative solutions that engages consumers at the deepest levels. The program combines the theoretical and academic courses of Florida International University with creative skills development courses taken at Miami Ad School, learning from instructors that are at the top of their academic and professional careers.

If you are ready to harness your creative ability and strategic thinking, and earn a graduate degree from two top world-renowned institutions, contact Grizelle De Los Reyes, Director of the Global Strategic Communication Creative Track program, at gdelosre@fiu.edu.