Mid-Career Master’s Degree
The Mid-Career Master of Mass Communication (MMC) is a flexible degree for experienced journalists and communications professionals looking to accelerate career growth or pivot to new roles in the industry. Students create individualized paths that include courses from Cronkite and across ASU to develop leadership in areas such as bilingual journalism, media entrepreneurship, emerging technology, leadership and inclusion, new media techniques and more.
Learn from world-renowned faculty
Learn from award-winning journalists, digital strategists, media innovators and industry leaders at the Cronkite School.
Define your own objectives
Mid-career students define their own program objectives and select courses aligned with their goals. Students complete a capstone experience in Phoenix, Los Angeles or Washington, D.C., or a personalized culminating project.
Take an interdisciplinary approach
Mid-career students incorporate classes from across ASU’s schools and colleges, tapping into expertise from colleagues in business, law, health innovation, sustainability and more
Graduate funding available
All applicants are considered for Cronkite fellowships, assistantships and scholarships. December 1 is the priority deadline.
Earn your degree on your timeline
The 30-credit Mid-career MMC program can be completed in as few as two semesters, or part-time over a longer period.
Accelerate your career trajectory
Cronkite’s dedicated Career and Professional Development team and the #CronkiteNation alumni network support your career advancement—for life.