The Major enables students to meet these challenges through an understanding of theoretical models and principles from the fields of Communication, Computer Studies, and Management. Students test the practical applications of their learning to current professional problems and concerns of the workplace. The Program emphasizes the design and implementation of communication and information management plans with an emphasis on managerial roles and responsibilities. Proficiency in the application of technology to organizational planning and operations is stressed, as well as strengthening student writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills.
The educational goals of the Interactive Communication Strategies major are as follows:
- Provide a multidisciplinary curriculum based in the liberal arts,
- Prepare students for the complexities of managing communication and information technology in today's organizations,
- Present a unique and diversified curriculum that will prepare students for professional positions and provide current professionals with opportunities for career advancement, and,
- Expose students to the ethical standards required in the management and communication of information
The curriculum supports students who aspire to management roles in diverse organizational areas, such as communication, information technology, entrepreneurship and administration. This degree program has direct linkages to positions in training and development, public administration, business, customer services, institutional administration, education, sales, marketing, consulting, operations, information technology and strategic planning.
Students must earn a minimum grade of C in all courses taken to complete the requirements of the Major.
Program of Study
The Interactive Communication Strategies major requires 39 credits (13 three-credit courses).
Course descriptions may be found in their respective discipline listings.