Program Overview

Strategic Thinking and Communications, Undergraduate Certificate

Interdisciplinary Studies

This program allows students to earn an additional certification in Strategic Thinking and Communications, which can be completed with just 12 additional credit hours. The certification is designed to provide students with skills that are valuable to employers, such as effective communication, professional writing, conflict resolution, and strategic team building.

Program Highlights

• Earn an impressive certification with just 12 additional hours
• Certification will appear on official undergraduate transcript and be seen by employers or other schools
• Gain skills valuable to employers, like effective communication, professional writing, conflict resolution, and strategic team building
• Build program from more than 28 courses from engineering, information and mass communications, and arts and sciences

What You’ll Study

A variety of courses are available, including effective communication, professional writing, conflict resolution, strong public speaking, and strategic team building. Students will apply their strategic thinking and communications knowledge, skills, and abilities to create solutions within their field or future career. Certification is awarded at the same time as the baccalaureate.

Building Skills

• Analytical Reasoning: Breaking down complex problems or situations to identify patterns, connections, and solutions
• Communication: Exchanging information and ideas through speaking, writing, or other means of expression
• Presentation Skills: Preparing and delivering effective and engaging presentations to inform, persuade, or inspire
• Planning and Strategy: Developing and implementing a comprehensive and effective approach to achieve specific goals
• Interpersonal Skills: Communicating and interacting effectively in a variety of social and professional situations
• Continuous Improvement: Identifying and implementing incremental changes to enhance quality, efficiency, and effectiveness

Using Your Degree

• Potential Careers:
  • Communications Strategist
  • Project Manager
  • Communications Director
  • Planning Analyst
• Workplace Settings:
  • Business
  • Communications
  • Journalism
  • Government
  • Non-Profits

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