Program Overview 

With the rapid progression of technology, communication may have become easier and more convenient, but the complexity of the field has grown as well. Columbus State University's Master of Arts in Communication will prepare you to strategically craft messages through different mediums, communicate with clientele in a variety of settings, produce creative content, and manage communication campaigns.

Offering two tracks, Strategic Communication Management (100% online) and Creative Services Management (courses offered online and low-residency), the master’s program allows you to immerse yourself in both theory and practice. Learn how to apply communication constructs in the "real world," build relationships, and prepare yourself for the many career opportunities waiting for you.

Career Opportunities

Earning your Master of Arts in Communication- Strategic Communication Management prepares you for various careers including:

• Public Relations Director
• Strategic Communication Specialist
• Non-profit Communication Director

Program of Study 

Course List

Code	Title	Credit Hours
Program of Study (30 Hours)
Program Core		9
COMM 6116	Communication Ethics
COMM 6156	Communication Theory
COMM 6157	Communication Research
Program Track		12
COMM 5165G	Media Management and Economics
COMM 6275	Strategic Social Media and Data Analytics
COMM 6135	Strategic Crisis Management
COMM 6145	Strategic Communication Campaign Management
Select either Thesis/Project Option or Comprehensive Exam Option		9
Thesis/Project Option
COMM 6765	Graduate Proseminar
COMM 6967	Thesis or Professional Project Defense
Select five credit hours from the following courses
COMM 6965	Graduate Thesis Research
or COMM 6966	Graduate Professional Project
Select one of the following electives:
COMM 6235	Client Relations
COMM 6237	Persuasive Content Production
COMM 6257	Persuasive Content Campaigns
COMM 5555G	Special Topics
Comprehensive Exam Option
COMM 6766	Comprehensive Review and Exam
Select two of the following electives:
COMM 6235	Client Relations
COMM 6237	Persuasive Content Production
COMM 6257	Persuasive Content Campaigns
COMM 5555G	Special Topics
Total Credit Hours		30

Admission Requirements

• Minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on all undergraduate work from an accredited institution or program in fulfillment of the requirements for a baccalaureate degree in a related field
• Brief department application, using the provided form (PDF)

If an applicant does not meet the required overall 3.0 GPA, the applicant may choose to strengthen their application by submitting one or more of the following:

• A one-page statement of purpose for entering the master’s program
• A current resume or CV
• 1-3 letters of recommendation (academic or professional, no personal recommendations, using the provided form (PDF)
• Writing sample or work portfolio (academic or professional)