Communication and Leadership Studies (MA-COML) Curriculum

36 semester credits are required to complete the MA-COML program.

Theory and Practice Required (21 Credits)
COML 508	Theorizing Communication	3 credits
COML 509	Organizational Leadership	3 credits
COML 502	Social Dynamics of Communication Technology	3 credits
COML 503	Communication Ethics	3 credits
COML 504	Organizational Communication	3 credits
COML 506	International and Intercultural Communication	3 credits
COML 517-19*	Communication Practica	3 credits

* This course is designated a residential intensive course for Online students.

Research and Thesis Component (6 credits)
COML 501	Applied Research	3 credits
COML 680**	Communication Seminar Thesis/Project	3 credits

** This is a capstone semester long course and as such should be taken in the final semester. It is recommended that no more than one additional course be taken at that time so plan accordingly.

Communication Electives ( 6 credits)
COML 511	Communication Consulting and Training	3 credits
COML 512	Strategic and Corporate Communication	3 credits
COML 513***	Advanced Topics in Communication	3 credits
COML 514	Advanced Criticism	3 credits
COML 515	Interpersonal & Small Group Communication	3 credits
COML 516	Media Literacy	3 credits
COML 660 or 661	Directed Readings	3 credits

*** This course may be repeated two times for credit.

Leadership Electives (3 credits)

Any ORGL course can be used to meet this LEADERSHIP elective. Talk with your advisor regarding which one would help in your degree goals.