Axe ’Em, Jacks!
Fast-paced career options
Advertising is everywhere as brands find new ways to engage with consumers. At the same time, many news stories are placed by public relations professionals to paint their clients in the best light. As an advertising or public relations professional, you’ll have a hand in two of the most exciting, fast-paced and deadline-driven careers.
At SFA, we help our students understand the role that advertising and public relations play in society today and provide you a comprehensive look at the legal and ethical principles involved.
If creating advertisements and writing press releases intrigues you, this is the program for you.
Control the message
There’s no shortage of careers for graduates from the advertising and public relations program. From writing traditional print ad copy and press releases to writing hyper-focused ads on Facebook, this exciting career path has something for everyone.
Visit our career page to find the career of your dreams today.
Join the club
Clubs and organizations can provide you with access to mentoring opportunities, as well as access to resources that will help jump-start your career. SFA has an active chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America and the American Advertising Federation. These groups help students gain the kinds of experience and knowledge employers are looking for.
Undergraduate programs and requirements
Concentration in advertising and public relations
Learn about current advertising trends and the fine art of public relations with the emphasis on advertising and public relations. Students pursuing this emphasis will take courses covering topics such as the role of social media, and advertising and public relations principles.
See the Undergraduate Bulletin for additional details, guidelines and requirements for the public relations concentration with minor (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science) and without minor (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science).