600
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)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
COM 600
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
Admitted into the Master of Arts in Communication program
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Prepares individuals in positions of leadership to manage crisis communications and serve as spokespeople during crisis response. This course may be offered in an online format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Critical interpretation and evaluation of published social psychological research which serves as the theoretical foundation of communication.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
COM 365
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
COM 600
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
COM 600
Corequisites
None.
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)
Prerequisites
Admission to the Master of Arts in Communication
Corequisites
None.
Guided experience as a teaching assistant in an undergraduate communication course. Designed to mentor graduate students in pedagogical strategies. Prerequisite: Prior written approval of graduate program coordinator.
Credits
1-3(Spec)
Prerequisites
Prior written approval of graduate program coordinator
Corequisites
None.