In today's fast-paced and interconnected world, mastering the art of communication is essential. This online master’s in communication delivers an advanced curriculum tailored for the modern workplace, focusing on both theory and practical application. Designed to enhance your leadership skills across various industries, this program equips you with the tools for meeting the communication needs of an organization.
Effective communication, such as social influence, persuasion and negotiation, is the cornerstone of any successful organization as it fosters collaboration, innovation and impactful messaging. Completion of this program will prepare you to advance your career and contribute meaningfully to your workplace, navigating and influencing the ever-evolving landscape of professional communication.
The knowledge and skills you’ll develop
Throughout this program, you'll learn how to navigate challenging communication scenarios, including crisis management and communication with individuals of diverse cultures, gender identities and backgrounds. Additionally, you’ll develop valuable, transferable skills, such as:
- Conflict resolution and negotiation.
- Communication technology platforms.
- Cross-cultural communication.
- Data analysis.
- Global communication strategies.
- Leadership.
- Persuasive techniques.
- Strategic planning.
Upon graduation, you'll possess the skills and knowledge needed to advance your career, distinguish yourself in the job market and enhance your personal communication abilities.
What you can do with a master’s in communication
A master’s in communication offers a transformative path for professionals who want to amplify their communication abilities to make a greater impact in their organization. Tailored for working professionals seeking career transitions or skill refinement, this degree equips you with the expertise to construct compelling arguments, inspire others and engage with global audiences effectively — skills in high demand across diverse industries.
Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to research topics aligned with your passions and professional goals. Upon graduation, you'll be prepared to pursue rewarding positions in sales, marketing, management, human resources, public relations, fundraising, health care, government, nonprofits and more.
Arizona State University’s online Master of Arts in communication offers advanced training in the theory and practice of communication. This comprehensive program is tailored for professionals aiming to excel in their careers by enhancing skills in conflict resolution, cross-cultural communication, strategic thinking, workplace interactions and more. You’ll graduate with a deeper understanding of communication theories and practical applications, empowering you to navigate and influence complex organizational environments effectively.
Core courses in this program focus on communication research methods and theory. You’ll also have the flexibility to select from a range of elective courses, such as communication and gender, workplace communication, global communication and more. Finally, you’ll tackle a training and development module within your capstone course, where you’ll address a challenge tailored to your specific interests, needs and career goals.
From Royal Society and American Academy fellows to Marshall and Barry Goldwater Scholarship recipients, The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is home to accomplished students and faculty members. In the Hugh Downs School of Human Communication, our faculty are some of the top scholars in interpersonal, organizational and intercultural communication, rhetoric and performance studies, as well as health communication, strategic communication and new media. Faculty highlights include:
- Fulbright American Scholars.
- Guggenheim Fellows.
- MacArthur Fellows.
- Nobel laureates.
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences takes a transdisciplinary approach to education with a vast spectrum of degrees in the social sciences, natural sciences and humanities. We inspire students to become socially aware critical thinkers and global citizens.
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Applicants to the Master of Arts in Communication program must fulfill the admission requirements of both the Graduate College and The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor’s degree in a related field or a master’s degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum of a 3.00 cumulative GPA (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of a student's first bachelor's degree program, or applicants must have a minimum of 3.00 cumulative GPA (on a 4.00 scale) in the applicable master's degree.
All applicants must submit:
- Graduate admission application and application fee.
- Official transcripts.
- Personal statement.
- Up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume.
- Program policies acknowledgement.
An applicant whose native language is not English (regardless of current residency) must provide proof of English proficiency.
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”