Master of Arts in Communication - Strategic Communication

Understand audience behavior to achieve business goals. In the Strategic Communication emphasis for the MA in Communication, you will elevate essential skills in marketing research, social media management, audience engagement, and public sector communication via project-based learning. Building on core, graduate coursework in communication theory and research methods, you'll pursue specialized electives that will help you develop experience and knowledge in your areas of interest. Emphasis This degree is an emphasis within the Communication program. This specific emphasis may not be available at every location. Speak with an advisor for more details on availability of this emphasis.

Admission requirements Individual program admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required. Essay/Letter of Intent/Personal Statement, Recommendation(s)/Reference(s), Resume or Curriculum Vitae. Writing Sample. See the application for details.Applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution and a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 out of a 4.0 scale to be considered for regular admission. Admitted students are expected to have undergraduate educational experiences, including general education studies, that are similar to those required for a baccalaureate at Northern Arizona University. Applicants who have earned their degree(s) from an international institution must submit official transcripts directly from the university or college. The transcripts must be in the original language of the country accompanied by an English translation.