Program Description

A certificate in communication is for students seeking to gain a broader understanding of human communication across a variety of contexts and modalities. From the smallest of groups to worldwide audiences, students will study the psychology of how and why people communicate in the ways they do. This emphasis will prepare students for a career in a variety of professional industries. 

Program Outcomes

A student who completes the Communication certificate will be able to do the following.

• Employ communication theories, perspectives and principles \\n
• Create messages appropriate to the audience, purpose and context
• Demonstrate the ability to accomplish communicative goals

Certificate Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Required Classes
COMM 1020	Public Speaking FA	3
COMM 2110	Interpersonal Communication SS	3
COMM 1010	Introduction to Communication HU	3
Elective Classes (choose 8 credits)
COMM 1130	Media Writing
COMM 1500	Introduction to Mass Media HU
COMM 1560
COMM 1900
COMM 2900
COMM 2150	Intercultural Communication SS
COMM 2120	Small Group Communications IE
COMM 2180
COMM 2200
COMM 2300	Introduction to Public Relations
COMM 1030	Introduction to Social Media
ENGL 2010	Intermediate Research Writing E2
COMM 1800	Digital Media Tools
BUS 2450	Presentations for Business