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Cert in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

University of North Dakota

Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States

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Cert in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication is a certificate in Public Relations programme taught at University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, United States. The programme runs for 1 semester, delivered in a hybrid format. It carries 12.0 credits (credit hours). Teaching is in en.

At a glance

Degree: Certificate
Field: Public Relations
Duration: 1 semester
Delivery: Hybrid
Credits: 12.0 (credit hours)
Language: en

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Last checked October 2026 · Source: und.edu ·

Program details

Overview

This undergraduate certificate centers on strategic communication as practiced in advertising and public relations. It signals that a student can bring varied perspectives into messaging, plan campaigns and craft content that supports an organization's aims. Courses introduce the principles of strategic communication, writing for advertising and public relations, and a campaign class where students work for a real client. The certificate takes one or two semesters and can be done on campus or online. It pairs naturally with communication and marketing majors and helps graduates enter these fields, advance within them or launch their own business. Prospective students can request more information from the university, and the program page lists application deadlines by term so applicants can plan their timeline before applying. The university also publishes a course list online, with descriptions that show credit values and the terms in which each class is usually offered.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Not yet summarised here; see the official programme page.

Application Details

Application Deadline: Fall: Aug. 15; Spring: Dec. 15; Summer: May 1

About University of North Dakota

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1883
Students: 15,908
Programs: 283
Location: Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Cert in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication award?

University of North Dakota awards a Certificate in the field of Public Relations on completion of this programme.

How long does Cert in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication take?

The programme runs for 1 semester.

Can Cert in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication be studied online?

Partly — the programme uses a hybrid format combining online and on-campus study.

What language is Cert in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication taught in?

The programme is taught in en.

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