East Tennessee State University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A. Professional Communication

Program Description:

The Master of Arts in Professional Communication is a new graduate program designed to meet the demands for trained communicators in a wide variety of professional roles. The degree will provide advanced training in analysis, design, delivery, and evaluation of communication in both business and nonprofit environments. Students may study traditional forms of written and oral communication and recent developments in communication technology. This degree will be of special interest to people seeking professional advancement in advertising, broadcasting, journalism, public relations, electronic media, corporate communications, and training and development. Professionals in other fields will find that this degree will help them improve their skills and increase their value to employers. The degree program is built around six core courses in Communication. In addition to completing this common core, students will pursue individualized programs that emphasize one specific communication discipline (Mass Communication, Speech Communication, or Theatre) as well as another area chosen from a variety of fields within the university. Examples of these areas are art and design, computer science, media services, professional writing, organizational communication, and communication technology.

Eligibility Requirements:

Three letters that recommend admission to graduate study. When selecting persons to write recommendation letters, please choose people who can address your academic/intellectual abilities in the discipline (e.g., professors and/or professionals). Strongly consider supplying at least two (2) letters from former or current professors, especially from those within the discipline. Letters from professionals should address the applicant’s work ethic, ability to work autonomously, potential for intellectual growth, and applicable academic skills (e.g., research and writing abilities). Also required is a brief application essay of approximately 150-300 words (required by Graduate School)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Format: Campus

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999