The rate of innovation in communication technology is accelerating.
Loyola’s online Master of Arts in Emerging Media is a graduate-level communications degree that prepares students to take on the evolving digital landscape of tomorrow. Designed for working professionals, the program features asynchronous classes and course work allowing students with busy or irregular schedules to maintain their course load. Class sizes are small to encourage personalized interaction between students and faculty. The program's course work focuses on experiential learning and features projects that are tailored to fit the individual needs of each student.
Program Details
- Online, asynchronous
- Full- or part-time, self-paced
- 33 credits
- 1-3 years
- 2 specializations
- Tuition
Degree Specializations
In the age of communication and content, this degree will give you an advantage in any career. Customize your experience and stand out in today’s competitive market by choosing from these specializations:
Is a Communication Master's Degree Worth It?
Expand your occupational potential by earning your degree in Emerging Media. The National Association of Colleges and Employers’ most recent Job Outlook survey reported 73 percent of employers list communication skills as a top qualification they seek in potential candidates. Students develop skills to cut through the conversational clutter to connect with audiences in relevant and meaningful ways using the latest tools and platforms available.
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Career Outcomes
Check out some of the positions held by our graduates:
Education & Academia
- Georgetown University: Director of Admission & Alumni Engagement
- Loyola University Maryland: Director of University Communications
- University of Maryland Medical System: Senior Director Creative Strategy
Media & Entertainment
- AMC Networks: Director Brand Marketing Strategy
- NBCUniversal: Director, International Program Management
- Nickelodeon (Paramount): Writer/Producer
- NPR: Deputy Managing Editor
- Vox Media: Managing Editor, Eater & Punch
Government, Public, & Social Services
- Easterseals DC MD VA: VP, Communications & Marketing
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection: Public Affairs Specialist
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Director of Experience
Finance, Legal, Insurance, & Real Estate
- Morgan, Lewis, & Bockius LLP: Associate
- Navy Federal Credit Union: Executive Communications
- PNC: VP, Financial Wellness Consultant
Technology, Healthcare, Consumer, & Other
- Cox Communications: Senior Manager, Marketing
- United States Beverage: E-Commerce Director & Digital Lead
- Walter Reed National Military Med Center: Orthopaedic Surgeon
