Strategic Communications, M.S. Degree Plan

Full-Time (30 Credits)

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First Year

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Fall Semester: 6 Credits

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• COM 505 - Foundations of Strategic Communication Credits: 3  
• COM 527 - Multimedia Storytelling Credits: 3   

 

Winter Semester: 6 Credits

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• COM 530 - Social Media Law & Ethics Credits: 3  
• COM 529 - Crisis Communication Credits: 3    

 

Spring Semester: 6 Credits

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• COM 520 - Strategic Communication Research Credits: 3  
• COM 548 - Global Strategic Communication Credits: 3  

 

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• COM 525 - Social Media Analytics & Strategy Credits: 3  
• COM 565 - Strategic Media Management Credits: 3  
• COM 603 - Professional Project Credits: 3  
• COM 523 - Professional Writing & Editing Credits: 3    

 

Planning Notes for all students:

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1. 30 total credits required
2. Students can begin in any semester or term, including, fall, spring, winter or summer.