Interpersonal Communications Concentration
The Interpersonal Communication concentration introduces students to the study of human interpersonal communication from the behavioral, humanistic and scientific perspectives. This includes instruction in the theory and history of communication, the development and application of intercultural and international communication practices, as well as relationship, team and leadership communication competencies in business and social settings. Enhanced competency in written and oral expression is supported through the examination of oral, nonverbal and technology based message exchanges.
COMMUNICATION DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS – 18 Credits
***** All classes are 3 Credits, unless otherwise noted*****
COMM 120 Mass Communication - 3 credits
COMM 121 Communication Theory - 3 credits
COMM 210 Media Writing (Writing Competency) - 3 credits
COMM 244 Communication Research Foundation (Research Competency) - 3 credits
COMM 263 Public Speaking (Oral Communication Competency) - 3 credits
COMM 445 Communication Capstone - 3 credits
Capstone
Every communication major is required to complete a capstone experience.
INTERPERSONAL CONCENTRATION REQUIREMENTS – 12 Credits
These requirements MUST be met for students to qualify for Capstone:
COMM 265 Foundations of Language
COMM 340 Intercultural Communication
COMM 360 Interpersonal Communication
COMM 463 Group Discussion
INTERPERSONAL CONCENTRATION SUGGESTED ELECTIVES – 12 CREDITS
Choose THREE of the following list
COMM 260 Oral Interpretation
COMM 264 Voice and Speech Production
COMM 330 Communication Internship (Internal and/or External)
COMM 361 Successful Business & Professional Communication
COMM 365 Persuasion and Social Change
COMM 466 Applied Communication
SUGGESTED FREE ELECTIVES
AACS 151 Introduction to African World Literature
PHIL 227 Eastern Philosophy and Religion
MGT 300 Principles of Management
MKT 310 Principles of Marketing
INTER-CONCENTRATION FLEXIBILITY
Please Note: Through advising and with permission, highly motivated students may be permitted to substitute individual courses.
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