Professional Communication (Post-Degree Diploma)

Program Overview

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The Professional Communication Post-Degree Diploma equips individuals with the skills and knowledge to excel as professional communicators in various sectors. Through a flexible online and evening program, students gain expertise in writing, editing, document design, and project management, preparing them for careers in media relations, public relations, and other communication roles.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

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Overview:

The Professional Communication (Post-Degree Diploma) is designed for individuals seeking a career in professional communication. The program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary to work as professional communicators in various sectors, including business, government, non-profit, and publishing.

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Objectives:

• Gain experience writing in a variety of genres
• Edit both print and online documents
• Design and produce documents using industry-standard software
• Work on projects in teams and individually
• Participate in a professional experience opportunity (job or project) requiring significant writing

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Program Description:

The program is designed to meet the needs of both recent university graduates and working professionals. Classes take place online, in the evenings, and on Fridays to allow students to continue working while studying.

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Outline:

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Curriculum Framework:

• Successful completion of 30 credits
• 50% (15 credits) of all coursework must be completed at Douglas College
• Minimum program GPA 2.00
• Time limit to complete program graduation requirements: 4 years

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Course Requirements:

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Required courses:

• CMNS 3000: Communication Professions (3.00 credits)
• CMNS 4000: Communication Practice & Portfolio (3.00 credits)

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Elective courses (choose eight courses from the following fourteen options):

• CMNS 3100: Language, Institutions and Power (3.00 credits)
• CMNS 3102: Language Studies for Professional Communication (3.00 credits)
• CMNS 3103: Research Report and Proposal Writing (3.00 credits)
• CMNS 3200: Professional Editing (3.00 credits)
• CMNS 3316: Conflict Resolution: Advanced Practices (3.00 credits)
• CMNS 3400: Document Design (3.00 credits)
• CMNS 3401: Visual Communication (3.00 credits)
• CMNS 3500: Technical Communication (3.00 credits)
• CMNS 3501: Writing and Developing Websites (3.00 credits)
• CMNS 3502: Social Media & Reputation Management (3.00 credits)
• CMNS 3600: Writing for Online and Print Magazines (3.00 credits)
• CMNS 3700: Strategic Public Relations (3.00 credits)
• CMNS 3800: Special Topics in Professional Communication (3.00 credits)
• CMNS 3901: Directed Studies in Professional Communication (3.00 credits)

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Assessment:

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Grading:

• Grades are based on a combination of assignments, projects, and exams.
• Students must achieve a minimum grade of "C-" in each course to pass the program.
• Students must maintain a minimum program GPA of 2.00 to graduate.

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Assessment Methods:

• Essays
• Reports
• Presentations
• Projects
• Critiques

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Teaching:

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Teaching Methods:

• Lectures
• Class discussions
• Group work
• Hands-on exercises
• Online learning

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Faculty:

The program is taught by experienced faculty with expertise in professional communication.

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Careers:

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Career Paths:

• Media Relations Coordinator
• Communications and Event Coordinator
• Public Relations Agent
• Communication Coordinator
• Corporate Communicator
• Information Officer
• Writer
• Editor
• Journalist