Master of Arts in Communication - Applied Communication

University of Central Missouri

Strong communicators are often our strongest leaders. The University of Central Missouri’s master’s degree in Communication equips you with the advanced methods in theory and practice you need to lead in community, media, personal and professional communication contexts. At UCM, you’ll gain knowledge and know-how that can propel you into a communication job in nearly any industry. A respected Communication master’s degree that gets results UCM’s graduate degree in Communication is designed to meet the needs of working professionals looking to deepen their knowledge or seek new skills to use in their current communication careers. We offer two specializations for our Master of Arts in Communication: Applied Communication: The Applied Communication Area is designed to be completed entirely online. However, enrollment in select face-to-face courses is an option. This program is intended for working professionals who are looking to advance their career by attaining a graduate degree. Communication Studies: The Communication Studies Area is designed to be completed primarily face-to-face. However, enrollment in select online courses is an option. This program is intended to prepare individuals for continued academic studies (e.g. PhD or terminal degree), for careers in academia, or for professional advancement in non-academic careers.