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Overview

Explore how people connect, collaborate and influence one another through communication. With coursework in interpersonal communication, public speaking, crisis communication and persuasive messaging, you’ll develop the skills to communicate strategically and lead effectively. You’ll also build in-demand skills like speaking, listening and writing – ranked top four skills needed for the workplace by the Society for Human Resource Management.

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Online

Your Goal:

Build the skills needed to communicate ideas clearly, create shared understanding, collaborate with others and engage audiences in professional and personal settings—including in virtual and team-based environments.

About the Program:

Central Michigan University’s Communication program explores how people connect, create shared understandings, and communicate in a variety of environments. You’ll study communication theory while developing practical skills in public speaking, interpersonal communication and persuasive messaging. Guided by experienced faculty, you’ll learn how communication shapes relationships, organizations and communities. Courses in the program may include:
- Crisis Communication
- Public Speaking
- Group Communication
- Persuasion and Influence
- Communication in Virtual Environments
This program prepares you to communicate effectively in professional environments where collaboration, leadership and strategic messaging are essential. Online students have access to CMU’s Presentation Skills Center, which offers virtual consultations to help them develop skills in public speaking, debate, group presentations, sales pitches, interviewing, and more.

Program Outcomes:
Communication, interpersonal, speaking, and writing skills are valuable for careers across industries. As a result, studying communication as a major can lead to a broad range of professional opportunities. Our graduates pursue roles such as:
- Sales Manager
- Health Service Administrator
- Campaign Manager
- Recruiter
- Training and Development Specialist
- Business Development Representative
CMU offers engaging online and face-to-face learning opportunities designed to help you achieve your goals. Request information today to learn more about this program and how to take the next step.

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Communication

Overview

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Online Learning

Career-Building Degree Programs

Financial Aid

Military Committed

A College Experience Built for You

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