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Master of Arts in Communication

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Program Description

The Master of Arts degree in Communication is a 36-credit hour program designed to equip graduates with academic and professional skills related to the field of communication, providing the skills and knowledge needed for servant leadership in the community, educational, ministry, or professional organizations. The core courses are designed to expose graduate students to the theories, research methods, and contemporary trends in communication studies while improving their skills in public speaking, designing effective visual support for messages, using technology related to communication, and leading communication activities for groups.

Additional Program Information

Five concentrations (18 hours each) are available in this program: Communication Leadership, Communication Studies, Integrated Marketing, Organizational Communication Management, and Sports Communication.

  • The Communication Leadership concentration enables students to develop communication skills, competencies, and strategies needed by servant leaders to provide direction and influence in interpersonal, group, and organizational contexts.

  • The Communication Studies concentration provides students with in-depth knowledge of traditional and contemporary communication theories, research, analysis, and practices related to communication as a field of study.

  • The Organizational Communication Management concentration enables students to apply knowledge of communication theories and research to communication practices related to organizations, equipping students to contribute their knowledge and skills as specialists in the ethical management of communication for organizations.

  • The Integrated Marketing concentration equips students with knowledge and skills in communication and marketing theories and strategies to serve as marketing communication specialists for a variety of organizations.

  • The Sports Communication concentration equips students with knowledge and skills to serve as communication specialists in sport-related professions or organizations.

Admission Information

REQUISITES

No requisite course work is required for this program.

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