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Purpose, Objectives, and Career Information: The master's degree program provides graduate education in communication theory and methodology for students who seek to: 1) apply communication strategies to work-related problems and 2) ultimately pursue doctoral studies in communication. The program is directed primarily toward the development of communication scholars and specialists, i.e., individuals who are able to apply communication theory and methodology to the analysis and solution of a variety of communication problems. The program emphasizes the ability to synthesize and interpret research in socially useful ways while also allowing for specialization in conducting research. Communication techniques and problem-solving strategies are incorporated into this program to provide an effective background for individuals in careers such as corporate media or training, journalism, organizational communication consulting, promotional communication, and campaigning. Business or management personnel who need experience in communication problem solving will also find the program useful. Recent graduates of the program are employed in such diverse fields as advertising/public relations research, broadcast programming, corporate research, government, personnel/administration, and retailing. Others have continued with doctoral studies at major U.S. universities. The key words "applied theory and methodology" emphasize that students are expected to utilize their education in the pursuit of their individual career objectives. For most students this occurs when they conduct a master's thesis or alternative project. Areas of Study: Communication Technology, Interpersonal Communication, Mass Communication, Organizational Communication.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Communication and Media Studies
Study Level
Masters
Purpose, Objectives, and Career Information: The master's degree program provides graduate education in communication theory and methodology for students who seek to: 1) apply communication strategies to work-related problems and 2) ultimately pursue doctoral studies in communication. The program is directed primarily toward the development of communication scholars and specialists, i.e., individuals who are able to apply communication theory and methodology to the analysis and solution of a variety of communication problems. The program emphasizes the ability to synthesize and interpret research in socially useful ways while also allowing for specialization in conducting research. Communication techniques and problem-solving strategies are incorporated into this program to provide an effective background for individuals in careers such as corporate media or training, journalism, organizational communication consulting, promotional communication, and campaigning. Business or management personnel who need experience in communication problem solving will also find the program useful. Recent graduates of the program are employed in such diverse fields as advertising/public relations research, broadcast programming, corporate research, government, personnel/administration, and retailing. Others have continued with doctoral studies at major U.S. universities. The key words "applied theory and methodology" emphasize that students are expected to utilize their education in the pursuit of their individual career objectives. For most students this occurs when they conduct a master's thesis or alternative project. Areas of Study: Communication Technology, Interpersonal Communication, Mass Communication, Organizational Communication.
Admission Requirements
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110+
78+
50+
Student should have 4 yr Bachelor's degree or the equivalent. Other English language Requirements: TOEFL paper-based exam: 525; Successful completion of CSU's IELP (Intensive English Language Program) Advanced Level, with a grade of 80% or better and passing COMPASS ESL scores. Completion of English language studies (Level 112) from any of the ELS Language Centers. Achieve a score of C (Pass) or better on the Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE).
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Programme overview
Main Subject
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Masters
Programme overview
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