“Social media” is an umbrella term for a number of online communicative platforms intended to help businesses and individuals better interact with one another in a virtual environment. Social media programs and courses teach students how to help companies utilize social media channels to their benefit.

An MA is a master’s degree awarded to students that have completed a program studying humanities or fine arts subjects such as history, communications, philosophy, theology or English. A Master of Arts degree typically requires coursework, research and written examinations.