Continuing Education for Advertising

Looking to obtain a master's degree in advertising? Since I am, I have conducted extensive research on the top master's programs for advertising and narrowed my option down to two schools: Boston University and Miami Ad School.

Boston University offer an MS degree in Advertising where you can either take the Management Track, the Creative Track, or the Thesis Track. The Management Track prepares students for careers in account management, media, account planning, and advertising research. The Creative Track prepares students for careers in copywriting and art direction. The Thesis Track prepares students for careers in research or education.

Within the graduate program, students will have the opportunity to participate in the largest student-run communication advertising agency in the world, AdLab, where they will provide their services to real clients. Boston is the nation's fifth largest media market, so even more opportunities are present for professional experience.

for more info: http://www.bu.edu/com/grad/

Miami Ad School's graduate program runs in conjunction with Florida International University where students develop skills, build a portfolio, and write a thesis to earn a Masters in Mass Communications with an emphasis in either art direction or copywriting. It is an 18 month program that allows for studying abroad and learning from the leaders and professionals in the advertising industry all in attempts to successfully enter the field or move up in it.

Miami Ad School graduates create networks with an extensive list of the leading agencies all over the world, so you might get the upper hand in landing a good job, or even your dream job. These close connections provide more insight into the world of advertising, and you can get advice in order for you to gain an edge in this competitive, yet fascinating field.

for more info: http://www.miamiadschool.com/advertising-programs/masters-degree

- Alana M.