Learn Universal Communication Skills with a Communication Degree Online
With an online degree in communication, you’ll have the opportunity to pursue a multitude of career options. From journalism, social media and new media, to professional writing, public relations and advertising, earning your Bachelor of Arts in Communication will allow you to strategize and communicate your ideas effectively.
Our new curriculum is thoughtfully designed to give students the knowledge, competencies and confidence needed to be successful in a communication industry that’s rapidly changing. You’ll learn new practices and methodologies from experts, while having the chance to partake in a collaborative, hands on environment.
From expanding your critical thinking abilities to improving your writing techniques, earning your BA in Communication at UMS means learning from thought leaders, taking classes tailored to your interests and ensuring you’re always a step ahead in your field.
Why earn a communication degree at UMS?
- Median annual salary of $57,530 in 2018 for media and communication occupations*
- 6% projected job growth for media and communication occupations through 2026*
- Multiple term starts throughout the year – complete your degree at your own pace
- 24/7 online accessibility – attend class when and where it’s convenient
- One of the lowest tuition rates in the nation
See Yourself Succeed in Communication
Courses in our communication degree online program will help you develop and hone your skills in critical thinking, writing, research and analysis. As emerging technology continues to change the way we learn and communication with each other, effective written and verbal skills will be more important than ever before.
Whether you pursue the BA in Communication on its own, or tailor your communication degree with a concentration, we make transferring as easy as possible with up to 33 free electives and a wide variety of courses to choose from.
As a private, nonprofit university, UMS has one mission – to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of earning your BA in Communication 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 undergraduate degree at your own pace, over six 8-week terms per year
- Expert instruction. Learn from instructors with relevant, real-world experience
- Networking. Tap into our nationwide network of alumni for internship and career opportunities
- Simple application process. Just fill out an online undergraduate application, and we’ll retrieve U.S. transcripts from your previous institutions and automatically complete an official credit evaluation. Plus, there’s no application fee
- Student support. Count on the ongoing support of dedicated academic and career advisors specialized in your area of study
- Transfer-friendly enrollment. Transfer up to 90 credits toward an undergraduate degree
Career Outlook
The communication degree online from UMS prepares you for a career in industries such as new media, advertising, professional writing, communication, broadcast and public relations. Positions available in these careers include media manager, journalist, copywriter, account executive and social media specialist. The median annual salary for media and communication occupations in 2018 was $57,530.*
Curriculum
Courses To Prepare You For Your Career
UMS's bachelor's in communication program includes:
- General education
- Degree-specific courses
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 bachelor's 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.
Courses May Include
Program Outcomes
- Design, develop, and deliver professional quality oral, written, and visual communications that are coherent, technically sound, and appropriately adapted to specific audiences and contexts
- Critically analyze and recommend strategies for addressing the impact of various physical, cognitive, cultural, and social factors that shape communication across interpersonal, group, and organizational settings
- Evaluate, select, and effectively apply various tools and technology to the design, development, and dissemination of communication messages
- Evaluate and respond to complex problems associated with the design, development, and delivery of communication messages through critical and creative thinking and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team of specialists and stakeholders
- Apply professional, ethical, and socially and culturally sensitive communication practices across interpersonal, group, organizational, and intercultural settings
