M.S. in Publishing: Digital and Print Media

MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR

Dear Prospective Student,

In an era of digital publishing, the pathway to success in the book, magazine, and digital media industries is constantly changing. Today, members of the publishing community must learn new ways of doing business in a challenging, evolving industry. The NYU-SCPS Master of Science in Publishing: Digital and Print Media prepares you to achieve your goals in this new environment.

In addition to providing the building blocks of the publishing industry, including editing, marketing, advertising, finance, management, and law, we teach the digital skills necessary for success in this rapidly changing industry. We draw on the extraordinary talent and resources of New York City, the greatest publishing and media center in the world. Our professors are all leading figures in the industry.

In addition to teaching students the fundamentals of publishing, our professors share the latest digital content creation and distribution strategies used in a multi-faceted media company with complex outlets and goals. Faculty members approach their courses as career preparation sessions. Class assignments are all real-world workplace tasks in which students address problems they will encounter on the job. In addition, we offer an ongoing series of speakers and industry visits to give students an inside look at publishing and provide networking opportunities. Internships also provide increased exposure to the industry.

Our goal is to prepare today’s professional for success and career satisfaction. The process of creating books, magazines, or digital media is not only a job, but a privilege. Our students must master an industry in transition and learn to use both print and digital media to inspire new ideas and influence change.

Sincerely,

Andrea L. Chambers, B.S., M.S.
academic program director and clinical assistant professor,
Center for Publishing