Master of Arts in Communication Studies - Organizational Communication and Technology

Graduate students work closely with faculty advisors and fellow student scholars to develop their research and teaching skills in a collaborative environment. Working closely with world-renowned faculty and practitioners in our highly-ranked programs, graduate students achieve unparalleled access to research opportunities and resources, creative outlets and innovative problem solvers all within one of the best cities in the country – Austin, Texas. You can advance your knowledge and skill whether your career goals are focused on scholarly, professional, clinical, or creative paths. The graduate internship required by the Stan Richards School of Advertising & Public Relations is meant to enhance the classroom education with practical, applied experience in the real world.Organizational Communication is the study of human interaction within complex organizations, and the management of organizational behavior. Course work in organizational communication offers both qualitative approaches to data analysis (category development and descriptive observation techniques) and quantitative approaches (measurement, psychological categories, and behavioral science research designs). The faculty views these approaches as complementary; many students attempt to achieve mastery in both modes.

GRE (Optional) - Students can submit scores if they'd like to, but they are not required.PDF copy of official transcripts from all four-year institutionsStatement of PurposeA Brief Essay of Research Questions (aka Statement of Research Objectives)We prefer a CV, but a resume is acceptable.Academic writing sampleThree Letters of RecommendationA grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or a comparable GPA in upper-division work—junior- and senior-level courses—and in any graduate work already completed is also required.The Graduate School requires applicants to have earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or a comparable degree from a foreign academic institution