The Organizational Communication Track in Communication Studies offers an integrative approach to the study of oral and written communication, especially as it applies to the workplace. The program is a balance of theory and application of sophisticated, practical communication skills needed in today's workplace. You will come away with specific skills such as providing constructive feedback, resolving workplace conflict, and mastering the art of motivation. You will develop a strong foundation from which to launch any number of careers.

Organizational Communication is excellent preparation for jobs in government, higher education, human resources, consulting, social services, business, and law.  Business leaders expect their employees to possess exactly the kinds of skills that students in this program will acquire.  Effective communicators experience the highest levels of success in every organization.

Core Curriculum Requirements: 61-64 credits
 Theology, Philosophy and Ethics: 18 credits
 Cultures, Ideas and Civilizations: 18 credits
 Natural Science: 7 credits
 Social and Behavioral Sciences: 6 credits
 Skills: 12-15 credits
 Students may test to fulfill these requirements

Major Requirements: 36 credits
 Communication Theories
 Introduction to Communication Research Methods
 Advanced Presentational Forms
 Small Group Communication
 Communication and Community
 Communication Internships

 Leadership: Theories, Styles and Skills
 Organizational Communication Theories
 Advanced Organizational Communication
 Organizational Assessment
 Six hours of Upper-Division COM courses

Electives: 28-31 credits

Core Curriculum Requirements: 31-32 credits
 Theology, Philosophy and Ethics: 9 credits
 Cultures, Ideas and Civilizations: 9 credits
 Natural Science: 4 credits
 Social and Behavioral Sciences: 3 credits
 Skills: 6-7 credits
 Students may test to fulfill these requirements

Major Requirements: 33 credits
 Communication Theories
 Introduction to Communication Research Methods
 Leadership: Theories, Styles and Skills
 Advanced Presentational Forms
 Organizational Communication Theories
 Small Group Communication
 Advanced Organizational Communication
 Communication Internship
 Organizational Assessment OR
 Training and Development
 Six hours Upper-Division COM courses

Communication Theories
Introduction to Communication Research Methods
Advanced Presentational Forms
Organizational Communication Theories
Small Group Communication
Advanced Organizational Communication
Communication Internships
Organizational Assessment OR
Training and Development
Three hours Upper-Division COM courses