BA/BS in Communication: Communication Studies/MA in Communication

Program Overview

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The Accelerated BA/BS in Communication: Communication Studies and MA in Communication program seamlessly integrates undergraduate and graduate studies, providing a comprehensive foundation in communication principles and practices. Through a Christ-centered approach, graduates develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, preparing them for careers in various communication fields, including public relations, marketing, and education. The program emphasizes spiritual growth and servant leadership, equipping students to contribute their knowledge and skills to organizations and communities.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Accelerated BA/BS in Communication: Communication Studies and MA in Communication degree plan provides a seamless interface between undergraduate and graduate degrees in communication for students preparing for a career in the communication field. Through Christ-centered higher education, graduates are prepared to contribute their knowledge and skills as communication specialists and servant leaders to educational, ministry, community, and professional organizations.

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Objectives:

• To provide students with a strong foundation in the principles and practices of communication.
• To develop students' critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• To prepare students for careers in the communication field.
• To foster students' spiritual growth and development.

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Program Description:

The Accelerated BA/BS in Communication: Communication Studies and MA in Communication degree plan is a 120-credit-hour program that includes 63 credit hours of undergraduate coursework, 6 shared undergraduate/graduate credit hours, and 30 credit hours of graduate coursework. The undergraduate coursework includes courses in communication theory, research methods, public speaking, interpersonal communication, and media studies. The graduate coursework includes courses in communication leadership, communication theory, and communication research.

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Outline:

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Undergraduate Requirements

• Developing A Christian Mind (3 credit hours)
• English (12 credit hours)
• Fine Art (3 credit hours)
• Foreign Language (14 credit hours)
• Foundations for Excellence (11 credit hours)
• History (6 credit hours)
• Kinesiology (2 credit hours)
• Mathematics (3 credit hours)
• Natural Science (15 credit hours)
• Religion (9 credit hours)
• Social Science (6 credit hours)

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BA/BS Communication: Communication Studies Major

(36 credit hours)

• COMA 1302 - Speech and Interpersonal Communication
• COMA 2302 - Voice and Articulation
• COMA 3301 - Nonverbal Communication
• COMA 3302 - Argumentation and Debate
• COMA 3303 - Small Group Communication
• COMA 3308 - Persuasive Communication
• COMA 3350 - Social Media
• COMA 4319 - Communication Styles: A Key to Business Success
• COMA 4322 - Leadership Communication (S-L)
• COMA 4323 - Communication Theory

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Specialization Electives:

(6 credit hours)

• Complete an additional 6 hours of lower-level or upper-level courses in Communication with approval of advisor, 3 of which must be upper-level courses

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Shared Undergraduate/Graduate Courses

(6 credit hours)

• COMA 6300 - Introduction to Graduate Communication Studies
• COMA 6301 - Advanced Communication Theory

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Additional Upper-Level Electives Required

(12 credit hours)

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Additional Lower or Upper-Level Electives Required

(3 credit hours)

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Remaining Graduate Requirements

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Required Core Courses

(12 credit hours)

• COMA 6303 - Digital Media Communication
• COMA 6305 - Presentation Communication (S-L)
• COMA 6307 - Communication Leadership for Groups
• COMA 6309 - Social Media and Communication

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MA in Communication Concentrations

(18 credit hours)

• Communication Leadership Concentration
• MAL 6301 - Christian Worldview of Leadership
• MAL 6303 - Leadership in Conflict and Adversity
• MAL 6304 - Leadership Communication
• Elective:
Any additional graduate-level COMA course selected in consultation with an advisor.
• Elective: Any additional graduate-level program course selected in consultation with an advisor.
• Communication Studies Concentration
• COMA 6310 - Rhetoric, Argumentation, and Advocacy
• COMA 6311 - Relational Communication
• COMA 6312 - Advanced Persuasive Communication
• COMA 6313 - Advanced Nonverbal Communication
• COMA 6314 - Intercultural Communication
• COMA 6315 - Communication Studies Graduate Internshipor
• COMA 6316 - Communication Studies Graduate Research Project
• Integrated Marketing Concentration
• COMA 6322 - Communication Campaigns
• MRKT 6301 - Advanced Marketing Strategies (S-L)
• MRKT 6312 - Consumer and Buyer Behavior
• MRKT 6321 - International Marketing
• MRKT 6331 - Marketing Analysis
• Elective:
Any additional graduate-level program course selected in consultation with advisor.
• Organizational Communication Management Concentration
• COMA 6320 - Organizational Communication
• COMA 6321 - Strategic Communication for Organizations
• COMA 6322 - Communication Campaigns
• COMA 6323 - Communication Consulting
• COMA 6324 - Communication for Global Organizations
• COMA 6325 - Organizational Communication Management Graduate Internshipor
• COMA 6326 - Organizational Communication Management Graduate" Research Project
• Sports Communication Concentration
• COMA 6321 - Strategic Communication for Organizations
• KINE 6326 - Psychology of Sport and Performance
• SPRM 5330 - Sport Marketing
• SPRM 5332 - Sport Facility and Event Management
• SPRM 6330 - Legal and Ethical Issues in Sport (S-L)
• SPRM 6331 - Business of Sport

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Assessment:

Students in the Accelerated BA/BS in Communication: Communication Studies and MA in Communication degree plan are assessed through a variety of methods, including exams, quizzes, papers, presentations, and projects.

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Teaching:

The Accelerated BA/BS in Communication: Communication Studies and MA in Communication degree plan is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are committed to providing students with a high-quality education. The faculty members use a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, simulations, and case studies.

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Careers:

Graduates of the Accelerated BA/BS in Communication: Communication Studies and MA in Communication degree plan are prepared for a variety of careers in the communication field, including:

• Public relations
• Marketing
• Advertising
• Journalism
• Broadcasting
• Corporate communication
• Non-profit communication
• Education
• Ministry