Professional Communication (GC)
Degree
Certificate
Major Credits
18
Total Credits
18
Time to Completion
12 Months
Locations
Online
Overview
The Professional Communication graduate certificate prepares students with the skills to communicate in a variety of professional contexts including corporate, nonprofit, and government. Through theory and practice, students will learn to craft and adapt strategic messages for professional settings.
Program Highlights
- The program has an interdisciplinary focus with coursework from areas such as Communication Studies, Mass Media, and Technical Communication.
Application Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- A personal statement describing your personal, educational, and professional goals.
- Resume
Additional Requirements for International Applicants
The program is offered exclusively online and is not eligible for I-20 issuance.
- International applicants must submit a TOEFL score of 80 or an IELTS score of 6.5 on the academic administration of the exam.
- Credential Evaluation prepared by a National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service member.
Professional Communication GC Application Deadlines
| U.S.-Based Applicants | International Applicants | |
| Fall Start | August 1 | May 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Start | December 1 | September 1 |
| Summer Start | April 30 | N/A |
Contact Us
Contact Professional Communication GC Graduate Coordinator Learn more about the College of Humanities and Social Sciences Contact Graduate Studies