Professional Writing
English, MA
Concentration
The Master’s in English with a Concentration in Professional Writing provides students with advanced training in writing for a variety of professional contexts, including business, technical, digital, and nonprofit settings. This concentration emphasizes clarity, strategy, and audience awareness, helping students develop the skills needed to produce effective written communication across media and industries. As part of a flexible graduate program, the Professional Writing concentration prepares students for careers in editing, technical writing, content development, public relations, and other writing-intensive professions. Graduates are equipped to succeed in both corporate and creative environments where strong writing is essential.
Location
On Campus
Semester Hours
36
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Program Highlights
- Background for publishing, public relations, business, and law
- Preparation for teaching or doctoral study
Background for publishing, public relations, business, and law 
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What Can You Be?
Types of Jobs
- Technical Writer
- Grant Writer
- Editor or Editorial Assistant
Types of Employers
- Corporate Communication Departments
- Marketing and Advertising Agencies
- Publishing Houses and Media Companies
- Nonprofit Organizations
Contact Us
Student Union, 2204
SLU Box 10861
Hammond, LA 70402
dhanson@southeastern.edu
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