Communication (MA) - Strategic Communication Management Track
Program of Study
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
Program of Study (30 Hours) | ||
Program Core | 15 | |
Communication Ethics | ||
Communication Theory | ||
Communication Research | ||
Graduate Proseminar | ||
Select five credit hours from the following courses: | ||
Graduate Thesis Research | ||
or COMM 6966 | Graduate Professional Project | |
Thesis or Professional Project Defense | ||
Program Track | 15 | |
Media Management and Economics | ||
Strategic Social Media and Data Analytics | ||
Strategic Crisis Management | ||
Strategic Communication Campaign Management | ||
Select three hours from the following courses: | ||
Client Relations | ||
Persuasive Content Production | ||
Persuasive Content Campaigns | ||
Special Topics | ||
Total Credit Hours | 30 |
Admission Requirements
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on all undergraduate work from an accredited institution or program in fulfillment of the requirements for a baccalaureate degree in a related field
- Brief department application, using the provided form (PDF)
If an applicant does not meet the required overall 3.0 GPA, the applicant may choose to strengthen their application by submitting one or more of the following:
- A one-page statement of purpose for entering the master’s program
- A current resume or CV
- 1-3 letters of recommendation (academic or professional, no personal recommendations, using the provided form (PDF)
- Writing sample or work portfolio (academic or professional)