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Graduates of the online Master of Communication Management program are prepared to advance their careers and lead meaningful impact across different roles and industries.
Alumni of USC’s online MCM program are changemakers at dynamic organizations, including:
- Amazon, Account Executive
- Atlanta Hawks, Brand Communications Assistant
- Boeing, Program Management Specialist
- China Television Corporation, Market Research Analyst
- Edelman, Assistant Account Executive
- EM Cosmetics, Social Media & Influencer Manager
- Extension PR, Associate Account Executive
- Golden State Warriors, CRM Strategy Assistant
- Keck Medical Center Of USC, Media Relations Coordinator
- KPMG, Advisory Associate, Health & Government Solutions
- LASEC, Event Operations and Community Impact Coordinator
- Live Nation Entertainment, Associate Manager, Influencer Marketing
- Microsoft, Inclusive Hiring Partner Engagement Manager
- National Geographic Society, Manager, PR & Media Relations
- Nationwide, Sr. Analyst, Business Insights
- NBCUniversal, Manager, Brand Strategy & Consumer Engagement
- Palm Springs Art Museum, Programs and Strategy Manager
- Phoenix Suns, Graphic Designer
- Second Harvest Food Bank, Program Coordinator
- Sony Pictures Entertainment, Account Management & Marketing
- SpaceX, HR Coordinator
- TelevisaUnivision, Account Coordinator
- Tencent, Content Operator
- Tesla, Service Support Supervisor
- The Walt Disney Company, International Content Strategy & Operations
- The Walt Disney Company, Publicity Coordinator
- TikTok, TikTok Live BA & Strategic Ops
- Tower 28 Beauty, Inc., E-commerce Associate Manager
- Tripalink, Senior Regional Marketing Specialist
- Unicef, Media & Communications Consultant
- Union Pacific Railroad, Manager, Train Operations
Sample Careers for MCM Graduates
The following is a sample list of careers that MCM graduates have the opportunity to pursue. It’s important to recognize that your potential career is influenced by a variety of factors, including your skillset, location, experience level and employer.
C-Suite Positions
Top executives in communications are organizational leaders who typically communicate an organization’s business strategy across audiences, including investors, employees, the public and the media. These roles handle corporate, internal and external communications.
Median Salary for Chief Executives (2024): $206,420 annually (Source: BLS)
Sample job titles:
- Chief Communication Officer
- Chief Public Relations Officer
- Chief Internal Communication Officer
- Chief External Communication Officer
Vice President of Communications
A Vice President of Communications typically develops and implements the overall communication strategy for a brand or organization. This role is the typical spokesperson and representative for their organization.
Median Salary for Communications Vice President (2025): $162,342 annually (Source: Payscale)
Sample job titles:
- Senior Vice President of Communications
- Vice President of External Communications
- Vice President of Internal Communications
- Vice President of Marketing Communications
Director
Communication Directors typically manage an organization’s internal and external messaging and public image. Their responsibilities typically consist of brand management, overseeing content creation, media relations and leading teams.
Median Salary for Director of Communications (2025): $95,386 (Source: Payscale)
Sample job titles:
- Communications Director
- Director, Marketing and Communications
- Director of Internal Communications
- Director of External Communications
Analyst
Communication analysts typically assess an organization’s internal and external communication strategies. They are responsible for managing information systems, creating communications, monitoring networks and supporting the development of strategies to meet an organization’s goals.
Median Salary for Market Research Analysts (2024): $76,950 annually (Source: BLS)
Sample job titles:
- Market Research Analyst
- Strategic Communications Analyst
- Media Relations Specialist
Manager
Communication managers typically handle internal and external communications and are responsible for the development and execution of strategies. These roles ultimately handle promoting a company’s brand and mission and ensure all messaging is aligned with strategic goals.
Median Salary for Communications Manager (2025): $75,645 annually (Source: Payscale)
Sample job titles:
- Corporate Communications Manager
- Marketing Communications Manager
- Digital Communications Manager
- Internal Communications Manager
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