Communication BA, Communication MA: combined degree

Program Overview

This accelerated program combines a BA in Communication with an MA in Communication, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of communication theory and research. Students take graduate-level coursework during their senior year, preparing them for careers in various communication fields, including public relations, marketing, and journalism. The program emphasizes critical thinking, analytical skills, and practical experience in communication.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The five-year BA-MA accelerated program combines the Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a Master of Arts in Communication. Students can earn an MA by taking 30 credits of graduate-level coursework, nine of which are taken during the undergraduate senior year.

Objectives:

• Provide students with a comprehensive understanding of communication theory and research.
• Develop students' critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Prepare students for careers in communication-related fields.

Program Description:

The program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in communication theory and research, as well as practical experience in communication skills. Students will take courses in a variety of communication areas, including interpersonal communication, mass communication, organizational communication, and public relations.

Outline:

Senior Year Undergraduate (9 graduate credits)

• Fall: MCOM 6001 Principles and Practices of Communication
• Spring: MCOM 6005 Group Communication and Leadership, MCOM 6006 Research Methods

Graduate Year (21 credits)

• Summer (3 credits): MCOM 7002 International Communication and Culture, a cultural context course offered at FDU's Wroxton, UK campus.
• Fall (9 credits): MCOM 6002 Professional Writing and Editing, MCOM 6003 Presentation Methods, MCOM context course
• Spring (9 credits): MCOM 6004 Executive Lectures, MCOM 6099 The Capstone Experience, MCOM context course

Assessment:

Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including:

• Exams
• Papers
• Presentations
• Projects
• Capstone project

Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are committed to providing students with a high-quality education. Faculty members use a variety of teaching methods, including:

• Lectures
• Discussions
• Case studies
• Simulations
• Field trips

Careers:

Graduates of the program are prepared for careers in a variety of communication-related fields, including:

• Public relations
• Marketing
• Advertising
• Journalism
• Corporate communication
• Non-profit communication