Communication, MA

Program Overview

Arizona State University's Communication, MA program equips working professionals with advanced communication skills through online coursework and a capstone project. The program focuses on conflict transformation, cross-cultural communication, and leadership, preparing graduates for success in various fields, including fundraising, healthcare, and public relations.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Objective: This program provides advanced training in communication skills and competencies for working professionals, preparing them for success in their careers and a dynamic job market.
• Description: This program focuses on developing essential communication skills such as conflict transformation, cross-cultural communication, and leadership qualities.
It culminates in a capstone course where students work with an organization to create a training and development project to solve a communication problem.

Program Outline:

• Structure: The program consists of 30 credit hours, including a required capstone course.
• Course Schedule: Courses are offered online in an asynchronous format, allowing students to learn at their own pace.
• Modules:
• Required Core (12 credit hours):
• Research Methods in Communication
• Theories and Models in Communication
• Training and Development
• Conducting Communication Research
• Electives (15 credit hours):
Students can choose from a variety of electives to tailor the program to their interests and career goals.
• Culminating Experience (3 credit hours): The capstone course involves working with an organization to create a training and development project.

Assessment:

• Methods: Assessment methods may include written assignments, presentations, exams, and the capstone project.
• Criteria: Students are assessed on their understanding of communication theory, their ability to apply communication skills in practical situations, and their ability to conduct research and communicate findings effectively.

Teaching:

• Methods: The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, simulations, and case studies.
• Faculty: The faculty are experienced in developing and delivering online coursework and have expertise in various areas of communication.
• Unique Approaches: The program offers a flexible online format, allowing students to balance their studies with work and other commitments.
The capstone project provides students with real-world experience in applying their communication skills.

Careers:

• Opportunities: Graduates of the program are prepared for careers in a variety of fields, including fundraising, government, healthcare, human resources, management, marketing, non-profits, public relations, sales, and teaching.
• Outcomes: The program helps graduates develop the communication skills they need to be successful in their chosen careers.

Other:

• The program is offered by the Hugh Downs School of Human Communication at ASU.
• Students can apply for the program online.
• The program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.