To prepare students for opportunities in these multidisciplinary areas, Boston University’s Metropolitan College (MET) offers a variety of graduate certificates and master’s degrees or degree concentrations designed to confer the skills needed to thrive and advance.
“Shortly after completing the program, I was offered a new position that I attribute to my educational advancement. I previously worked as a Clinical Content Writer and now I’m a Senior Clinical Content Strategist. This program taught me the skills necessary to work in this role (and I believe future roles are to come).” Read more.
Raina Cordell (MET’23)
Senior Clinical Content Strategist, Evernorth Health Services (Cigna Group)
MS, Health Communication; Concentration, Visual & Digital Health Communication
“From undergrad though my current master’s program, BU MET has offered the tools and flexibility that allow a less traditional student like me to reach their potential. Coming to college after a life of competitive figure skating was never going to be a traditional path; MET helped me take prior coursework and apply it toward an undergraduate degree program in Interdisciplinary Studies. My first job offer came swiftly after graduation. After working for a few years and deciding that I was ready to pursue a master’s program, MET was there again. BU MET has provided me with the knowledge and tailored expertise to respond to the needs of health communications today.” Read more.
Andrew M. Korda (MET'21)
Coach, Boston University Figure Skating Team
MS, Health Communication
“When I began the program, I was the director of marketing for an independent hospital and I was able to use concepts I was learning right from the get-go. From creating more effective project briefs and SWOT analyses to directing a photo or video shoot and using storyboards and shot lists, I was becoming a much more effective marketing director on both the management and creative side of the job.” Read more.
Jody Merrill (MET'21)
Integrated Strategic Growth Marketing Manager, Mass General Brigham
MS, Health Communication
“The most valuable aspect of BU MET for me is the ability to blend academic rigor with practical application. The program's focus on real-world skills and current industry practices has been invaluable. The curriculum's relevance to my work in health communications meant I could immediately apply what I learned in the classroom to my [job position]. This not only enhanced my professional capabilities but allowed me to make meaningful contributions to my current organization and any organization I may join in the future.” Read more.
Rebecca Handler (MET’23)
Engagement Manager, Stanford University School of Medicine
MS, Health Communication
“I use design skills and principles every single day at work. I recently completed a 60-page Health Equity Research Report using Adobe InDesign. The report is a combination of faculty interviews and summaries of publications and grants. Designing the layout of the report required me to apply lessons I learned during the program, such as color theory, accessible font selection, and the use of appropriate white space. The principles and skills from the program make me a better communicator, which, in turn, generates a greater audience reach for my creations.” Read more.
Sara Elizabeth Axelrod (MET’24)
Program Manager, Office of Training and Academic Affairs, Mongan Institute at Massachusetts General Hospital
MS, Health Communication
“When I applied to MET, I was working for a company that was later hit by the 2008 Great Recession, leading to bankruptcy, multiple layoffs, and the elimination of my position, along with many others. I started the MET program during this job transition, and landed at a company that later contributed to my graduate education tuition..” Read more.
Tia Mason Howard (MET’13)
Director of Communications, Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center; Adjunct Professor, Towson University
MS, Health Communication