Strengthen your leadership, build a personal brand, and communicate effectively.
Translate influence into insight
The MSC program at Northwestern University prepares students to turn ideas into action and communication into leadership. With world-class faculty, a curriculum integrating theory, analytics, and application, and a powerful alumni network, the MSC graduate leaves ready to move into the next phase of their career, thrive amidst change, and take up the responsibilities of leadership.
Discover how the Master of Science in Communication from Northwestern transformed CEO Diana Hernandez’s organization.
A unique in-person experience tailored to your interests and goals:
A fully virtual program designed for flexibility and work-life balance.
“I knew the fundamentals would not only help me in my job today but also in the rest of my career – no matter where I went.”
Lauren Pedi ’19
Senior Major Gifts Officer
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago
Learn From Your Industry's Leaders
Learn from leading academics and industry experts who are experienced leaders in business, government, and non-profit foundations.
The MSC Program’s professors choose to teach these classes — it’s not in their regular tenure load. Your instructors teach because they believe in the importance of this program and want to connect with you.
Explore program requirements and application details before applying.
Find out what you need to submit an application to the MSC program.
Learn more about the MSC program tuition and financial aid.
Begin your online application, save your progress, and return to complete at any time.
Transform Yourself. Transform the World.
