Academics

Overview

Much like in personal relationships, communication is the key to success in business and your career. Communication majors learn the skills most desired by employers*:

  • Ability to work in teams
  • Ability to communicate with diverse audiences in a variety of settings
  • Capacity to create and/or edit written reports
  • Ability to sell or influence others

The Communication Studies program offers a variety of dynamic classes that provide the firm foundation necessary for creating a successful career in fields such as media, health communication, human resources, public relations, and marketing. You’ll come out of the communication program with the ability to think critically, express ideas impactfully, and understand the diverse forms of communication that reach a broad audience.

*National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)

Areas of Study

Undergraduate

Minor in Communication Studies

A minor in Communication Studies guarantees a student benefits from required classes in addition to one elective of choice. This provides a broad base of theoretical knowledge and practical skills...

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Online Degrees and Certifications

B.A. in Communication Studies for Online Degree Completion Program

The mission of the Communication Studies Program is to provide high-quality innovative instruction in the discipline to undergraduate students in a bilingual environment. The program is designed to develop student’s...

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ODCP Minor in Communication Studies

A minor in Communication Studies guarantees a student benefits from required classes in addition to one elective of choice. This provides a broad base of theoretical knowledge and practical skills...

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Opportunities

Students will graduate with an understanding of how communication theory is used in professional environments. They will learn how communication informs, solves problems, persuades, and delivers messages that resonate. Classes range from non-verbal communication, public speaking, and visual communication. Students will have the ability to put their knowledge and experience into practice as they take up positions of influence in their communities.

Faculty and Staff

Emilia Chukwuma

School Director

Marina Dzougoutov

Professor

William Burgess

Instructor

Stacy Nowak

Instructor

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