Graduate Certificate in:
Publishing

Certificate Description

Prepares students to work within the unique framework of the publishing industry, and to design and deliver an educational experience that allows students to learn about acquiring, editing, publishing and promoting new literature. Completion of the certificate would develop a set of skills that would qualify the student for entry-level employment in the publishing industry. This certificate may be added to either a Bachelor's or Master's degree. 12 graduate credits from this certificate program may also be applied to the MFA in Creative Writing graduate degree.

Admission Requirements

This certificate program was designed as an add-on for the graduate students admitted to the Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing.  Special permission is required for admission of students outside of the MFA program.  Please contact the Graduate Studies Office at 218-477-2344 for more information. 

Certificate Requirements (12 Credits)

ENGL 502: Introduction to Publishing (3)
MFA 669:   Internship (3)

Core classes in either Communications or Writing (6 credits):
MFA 688:   Creative Writing (3, repeatable)
ENGL 590: Craft of Prose or Poetry (1-3)
MFA 677:   Writing-related tutorials (1-3)

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