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Strategic Communication, Certificate

Program Description

This program is designed for students with bachelor’s degrees who wish to upgrade their communication skills and understanding of how communication works and can be utilized in the professional and business world.

Mission

Our Program develops skilled communication strategists and competent, professional communicators. Students increase theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and ethical judgement to enhance their professional development.

Program Goals

  • Adapt to the ways diverse perspectives affect communication
  • Construct messages to achieve strategic communication goals
  • Serve as a feeder for the M.A. in Strategic Communication

Program Specific Information

The certificate in Strategic Communication is a 18-credit program for people to improve their communication skills and explore the field of communication. The majority of credits in the certificate are electives to allow students the opportunity to apply information as it suits their needs and to determine if they would like to continue with the M.A. Students can graduate with the certificate, and they can also transfer all credits to the M.A., if desired.