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Master of Science in Advertising

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Degree Requirements

A total of 40 credits are required.

Note: Some courses may have prerequisites. See the advertising course descriptions for details.

Core Courses

12 required credits:

  • MET CM 704 Contemporary Mass Communication
  • MET CM 707 Writing for Media Professionals
  • MET CM 708 Principles and Practices of Advertising

Academic Standing

Students in the M.S. in Advertising program must maintain a grade point average of at least 3.0 to remain in good standing and to graduate. No grade below B- in any course may be applied toward the degree. Students with grade point averages below 3.0 will be placed on academic probation and must be in a position to achieve a 3.0 within the 40 required credit hours for graduation or be subject to dismissal.