Course Listing For Communication Courses

This course is an introduction to the communication industry. Students will identify the roles and tasks of a communication professional and actively practice communication techniques (written, visual, and oral) through the production of media releases, articles, and oral presentations. Acceptance into the Communication (COMM) accelerated degree completion program.

The course is an overview of integrated communications in a digital age. Students will explore the role of technology and social media in the communication industry while practicing speaking, writing and data visualization skills in digital platforms. Acceptance into the Communication (COMM) accelerated degree completion program.

The course will explore the role that creativity plays in innovation and in reaching communication goals while building a basic understanding of design principles. Students create integrated communication artifacts that reflect select principles and trends in aesthetics, layout, and design. Acceptance into the Communication (COMM) accelerated degree completion program.

This course provides a theoretical and practical foundation for ethical practice and professionalism in the communication industry. Students will apply journalistic and public relations standards and ethics as well as First Amendment and workplace law to case studies and contemporary issues. Acceptance into the Communication (COMM) accelerated degree completion program.

This course provides a foundation in group theory and processes. Students will examine small group and team communication strategies, their personal group behaviors and attitudes, and the importance of collaboration in business and professional communication. Acceptance into the Communication (COMM) accelerated degree completion program.

This course introduces students to intercultural communication. Students will build an awareness of how culture impacts communication, learn strategies for communicating across cultures, and discuss inclusiveness and diversity issues in a global society. Students practice communicating with diverse audiences and working on diverse teams. Acceptance into the Communication (COMM) accelerated degree completion program.

This course examines central components of strategic communication in journalism, advertising, and public relations. Students will explore how persuasive tactics work as well as the effect that communication may have on others. Students apply strategic communication concepts in writing news, editorials, advertising copy, and public relations campaign briefs. Acceptance into the Communication (COMM) accelerated degree completion program.

This course introduces students to the communications workplace. Students engage in a virtual business environment and develop skills related to entry into new organizations, understanding workplace expectations, and communicating effectively in organizations. Students complete simulated assignments and are evaluated by workplace standards. Acceptance into the Communication (COMM) accelerated degree completion program.

This course teaches the essentials of communication campaign planning and prepares students for employment. Students systematically build a communication campaign. Students finalize a professional portfolio that incorporates assignments from previous coursework, the finished course campaign, and a presentation. Acceptance into the Communication (COMM) accelerated degree completion program.