Journalism and Mass Communications, M.M.C.
College of Information and Communications
Looking to start or enhance a career in the professional world of communications? Our Master of Mass Communication provides everything you need to make your professional portfolio stand out.
This program combines a strong core curriculum with strategic and integrated communication, multimedia journalism, management and hands-on communication experiences. Between your coursework, practicum experience and other opportunities outside the classroom, you'll be ready to succeed in whatever specific career you choose.
Program Highlights
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One of One
Earn the only graduate degree in the state accredited by the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication.
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Practicum Experience
Combine your learning with real-world experiences through one of our practicum offerings. It may even lead to your next job!
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Social Media Lab
Get experience collecting, managing, interpreting and using data through the college's Social Media Insights Lab.
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An Expert Faculty
Learn from faculty members who combine distinguished academic careers with extensive experience in media management.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Advocacy
Promoting or defending a cause or issue often using awareness, education and policy change
Agile Project Development
Iterative project management, emphasizing collaboration, adaptability and customer satisfaction
Collaboration
Working with others to achieve a common goal or objective
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Communication
Exchanging information and ideas through speaking, writing or other means of expression
Management
Directing and overseeing the activities and resources to achieve specific goals
Organizational Skills
Planning, prioritizing and managing tasks and resources to achieve specific objectives
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Social Media Manager
- Communications Director
- Advertising Account Executive
- Employee Engagement Manager
Workplace Settings
- Mass Communications
- Social Media
- Advertising
- Marketing
- Education
