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Become an expert on today’s media environment

Knowledge around global events and people today is delivered largely through mass media, and there is an increasing need for business professionals to understand the social, political, and cultural impact of its various forms. Gain this highly sought-after expertise with UCI’s 3-month, certificate program.

  • Prepare for or advance your career in marketing, advertising, public relations, journalism, human resources, corporate communications, or sales
  • Learn how strategic communications can support business objectives using modern communication and media techniques
  • Study the humanistic aspects of media and its impact on society
  • Develop and execute complexly integrated communication plans
  • Gain a competitive edge in the global job market through an internship with a U.S. company

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Why Do Students Choose UCI?

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Students Love Their UCI Experience!

This experience has exceeded my expectations: I have not only improved my academic skills and my English, but it placed me in the business world and encouraged me to make my wishes come true. There wasn't a day that I didn't wake up in the morning craving to go to class! Every day I learned something new and interesting, and this program has changed the way I see the world and helped me gure out what I really want to do in my life. My instructors are good mentors and my advisor helped me a lot in nding my perfect internship."

- Federica Frizza | Italy

ACP Marketing, ACP Media & Global Communications, Internship at Montessori LePort Schools

Where is UC Irvine?

UCI is renowned for its strength as a major research university. We are located in a dynamic U.S. business environment and in one of the most beautiful and engaging regions in Southern California — famously known as "The O.C."

Just a few of the reasons why Irvine, California, is a great place to live and study:

  • "Safest big city in America"
  • Diverse and highly educated population
  • Minutes from famed sailing and surfing beaches of Newport, Laguna, and Huntington, and near Los Angeles and San Diego

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UCI is the bridge to the next step in your academic or professional journey — connecting you with the skills, knowledge, and network you need to expand your horizons and opportunities.