MSC-PUSP - Public Speaking
Communication Grad
Master of Science
Formal Title
Public Speaking
Degree Type
Master of Science
Overview
The Master of Science in Communication with a concentration in Public Speaking provides students with the skill of oral communication and presentation, which is essential in any organization in today's highly competitive environment. Every professional must be able to speak clearly, coherently and persuasively to others, whether it be individually to a colleague, a supervisor, a client, or to small audiences or with teams or before large groups. Students will learn how to develop oral communication strategies for topic clarity, mastery of a valid argument, compelling presentations and a sense of personal style.
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Goal 1: Communication: Interdisciplinary Approaches
Objective
Upon completion of the major program of study in Communication, students will be able to: demonstrate an understanding of the interdisciplinary nature of the communication field; gain knowledge of new technologies and their impact on the field; critically decipher and reflect on media messages; describe the communication challenges in professional practice; describe the ethical/professional dilemmas that arise in the field
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Goal 2: Leadership Communication Skills
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Upon completion of the major program of study in Communication, students will be able to: describe and define leadership; identify their own leadership styles; apply theory to practice in their decision making process
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Goal 3: Intercultural and Global Knowledge
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Upon completion of the major program of study in Communication, students will be able to: demonstrate an understanding and appreciation for similarities and differences between cultures; describe and define the impact this has on the communication and media environments
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Goal 4: Research
Objective
Upon completion of the major program of study in Communication, students will be able to: conduct original research in the communication field; apply communication theories to their research; write an original research paper; write in the different communication styles relevant to their area of concentration