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COM 600 Introduction to Research and Graduate Study in Communication

Introduces students to the history of the communication discipline, primary and secondary research methods, and scholarly writing relevant to communication arts and sciences.

Credits
3(3-0)

COM 601 Research Design in Communication

Prepares the student to understand the assumptions and rationale of social scientific research, and to understand and perform laboratory and field experiments.

Credits
3(3-0)

COM 602 Qualitative Research Methods

Exploration of theoretical and methodological issues in qualitative research in communication, focusing on particular research strategies including participant observation, ethnography, in-depth interviewing, and narrative. Prerequisites: COM 600.

Credits
3(3-0)

COM 603 Professional Seminar in Communication

This course explores topics such as: managing graduate workload, presenting/publishing professionally, conducting ethical research, choosing either comprehensive exam or thesis options, development of a prospectus. CR/NC Only. Prerequisites: Admitted into the Master of Arts in Communication program.

Credits
1-3(Spec)

COM 619 Continuing Registration for Final Research Project

A non-credit course intended for students who have completed all program credits but still need to use university resources to complete their degree requirements.

Credits
1(1-0)

COM 660 Special Topics: Graduate Seminar

This course will examine current research and theory in communication at the graduate level. Three hours each; maximum: nine credit hours.

Credits
3-9(Spec)

COM 661 Contemporary Communication Theory

Critical interpretation and evaluation of published social psychological research which serves as the theoretical foundation of communication.

Credits
3(3-0)

COM 662 Seminar in Persuasion

Examines and analyzes theories and principles concerned with persuasion and attitude change. Emphasis placed on theory development, application, and evaluation. Prerequisites: COM 365.

Credits
3(3-0)

COM 664 Seminar in Organizational Communication

Includes a rigorous examination of the principles governing organizational communication and how these principles may be applied in practice and research. Prerequisites: COM 600.

Credits
3(3-0)

COM 665 Seminar in Communication and Negotiation in Employee Relations

The course examines the role of communication and negotiation in the employee relations process within a work organization. This course may be offered in an online or hybrid format.

Credits
3(3-0)

COM 667 Seminar in Intercultural Communication

This course examines the theory, practice, and research related to the process of communication between people from different cultural backgrounds. This course is approved for offering in a distance learning format. Prerequisites: COM 600.

Credits
3(3-0)

COM 668 Seminar in Interpersonal Communication

Seminar focuses on interpersonal communication theories and research. Students critically evaluate current theories and examine popular research methods. Prerequisite: Admission to the Master of Arts in Communication.

Credits
3(3-0)