Enrich Your Verbal and Written Communication Skills with a Master’s in Communication Online
Virtually every profession values communicators who can shape messages with technology - and keep up with media through every change. The Master of Arts in Communication online degree at University of Michigan Science is grounded in the hands-on application of current communications practices, so you can immediately apply what you learn to your daily profession.
See Yourself Succeed in Communications
This program isn’t the typical MA in Communication degree, steeped in traditional theory and research. UMS's master’s in communication online program has been newly designed for those pursuing a variety of exciting communication-related careers, including advertising, journalism, marketing, public relations and social media.
In this program, you'll build your skill set with coursework in areas like social media practices, reputation management, personal and corporate brand building, writing for digital platforms, ethics and marketing campaign design.
As a private, nonprofit university, UMS has one mission – to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of earning your master's in communication online degree at UMS include:
- Affordability. Take advantage of some of the most affordable tuition rates in the nation
- Convenience. Attend class when it’s convenient for you – online education means 24/7 access
- Efficiency and flexibility. Complete your graduate degree in as few as 15 months, with two courses per 10-week term
- Expert instruction. Learn from instructors with relevant, real-world experience
- Minimal requirements. No GMAT or GRE required for admission
- Networking. Tap into our nationwide network of alumni for internship and career opportunities
- Student support. Count on the ongoing support of dedicated academic and career advisors specialized in your area of study
Career Outlook
Professionals with high-level communication skills are always in demand, from internal communications to public relations and writing across broad platforms and industries. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, professions in public relations (10% growth), advertising, promotions and marketing management (9% growth), technical writing (11%) and market research analysis (23%) are all expected to show high growth through 2026.*
Curriculum
Courses To Prepare You For Your Career
General Education Program
Our programs are designed to equip you with the skills and insights you need to move forward. In recent years, employers have stressed the need for graduates with higher order skills - the skills that go beyond technical knowledge - such as:
- Writing
- Communication
- Analysis
- Problem solving
All undergraduate students are required to take general education classes. Through foundation, exploration and integration courses, students learn to think critically, creatively and collaboratively, giving you the edge employers are looking for.
Business Core Program
Programs in the School of Business require learners to complete the business core program, which includes a variety of business-specific courses. This program focuses on 10 core competencies to prepare you for success wherever you go.
Courses May Include
Program Outcomes
- Apply moral reasoning to make ethically sound and socially responsible choices that are consistent with a cogent personal framework and accepted standards in the field of communication
- Utilize multiple appropriate, strategic approaches in making decisions, formulating solutions, and solving problems that reflect creativity and versatility of thought
- Engage diverse audiences effectively through an open-minded, empathetic treatment of different cultural perspectives and an awareness of self and one's impact in a global, interdependent age
- Integrate multiple communication technologies and collaborate in communities of practice to carefully curate shared messages while generating new meaning
- Create, manage, and grow an authentic, personal brand with purpose and savvy using innovative communication strategies, professional networks, and relevant tools and technology
- Employ a broad, contemporary knowledge base, self-directed learning skills, and a practiced adaptability to remain on the cutting edge of the communication field as an empowered agent of change
