Certificate in Communications

The certificate program in Communications is designed to provide individuals with a strong foundation in speech and writing. The ability to speak and write effectively is a traditional goal of a liberal arts education; and, at the same time, it is important in all professions including journalism, public relations, advertising and other areas of the growing media field. The certificate may be taken separately from or in conjunction with a degree program in Continuing Education.

The certificate program consists of one prerequisite and eight required courses as follows. At least five courses must be taken at Assumption College.

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Prerequisite:

•English Composition

Core Courses: (9 credits)

• Media in Today's World
• Effective Business Writing or Professional & Academic Writing
• Speech

Four Electives: (12 credits), chosen from:

• Marketing
• Communication Law
• Advertising
• Electronic Communication and Multimedia
• Introduction to Journalism
• Writing for Media
• Writing and Editing
• Public Relations
• Conflict Resolution
• Presentation Graphics with PowerPoint
• Advanced Professional Communication
• Communications in Contemporary Organizations
• Multimedia Development for the Web
• E-Commerce
• Internet
• Intercultural Communications
• Interpersonal Communication

Capstone Course: (3 credits)

• Communications Practicum: An individualized experiential learning project undertaken during final semester under the guidance of a faculty member. Dean’s approval required. Download Practicum Description.

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