Bachelor of Science in Organizational Communication
| Campus Locations | Boston, Virtual |
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| Also available 100% Online | Yes |
| Other Format(s) | Fast-Track Bachelor of Science in Organizational Communication |
| Credits Required for Graduation | 160 |
| Entry Terms | Fall Quarter, Winter Quarter, Spring Quarter, Summer Quarter |
| Meets International Visa Requirements | No |
Overview
Communicate to Improve Organizational Performance
Facing greater complexity, organizations are increasingly focusing on communication to help ensure success and sustainability. To deepen your understanding of communications and its effect on organizational processes and performance, the College of Professional Studies offers the Bachelor of Science in Organizational Communication program.
This undergraduate program provides you with a strong foundation in organizational communications by delving into key topics such as crisis communication, intercultural communication in a global marketplace, media relations, interpersonal conflict and communication, emerging communication technology, negotiation techniques, meeting dynamics and strategy, and professional speaking.
You can further refine your focus by choosing from two degree specializations in public relations or corporate and organizational communication. As a result of your educational experience, you will be well positioned to utilize your communication skills across a variety of complex organizations.
Formats: The Bachelor of Science in Organizational Communication is also available in an 18-month, Fast-Track format if you're transferring into the College of Professional Studies with an associate degree or equivalent credits. For more information, visit our Fast-Track Bachelor of Science in Organizational Communication page.
Core Curriculum
College of Professional Studies degrees* integrate a core set of course requirements that ensure all of our graduates possess a well-rounded educational background and understanding of the world. The core courses allow students to gain insights into disciplines other than their field of study, as well as develop expertise in written and oral communication and critical thinking.
Written Communication (9 q.h.)
Complete the following three courses:
| ENG 1004 | College English 1 | 3 q.h. |
| ENG 1005 | College English 2 | 3 q.h. |
| ENG 3006 | College English Workshop | 3 q.h. |
Diversity (3 q.h.)
Complete one of the following courses:
| CMN 2002 | Intercultural Communication | 3 q.h. |
| MGT 1503 | Managing in a Diverse and Changing World* | 3 q.h. |
| POL 2230 | Civil Liberties | 3 q.h. |
| SOC 1110 | Diversity | 3 q.h. |
| SOC 1635 | Race and Ethnicity | 3 q.h. |
| SOC 2440 | Gender and Work Roles in Society | 3 q.h. |
Information Literacy (3 q.h.)
| ITC | Information Technology Elective | 3 q.h. |
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| ITC 1001 | Intro to PC Productivity Tools | 3 q.h. |
| ITC 1002 | Technology and Information Fluency | 3 q.h. |
| ITC 1120 | Website Design | 3 q.h. |
| ITC 1235 | Internet Essentials | 3 q.h. |
| ITC 1255 | Human-Computer Interaction | 3 q.h. |
Mathematics (6 q.h.)
Complete a minimum of six quarter hours from the following courses:
| MTH 1001 | College Algebra 1 | 3 q.h. |
| MTH 2002 | College Algebra 2 | 3 q.h. |
| MTH 2512 | Finite Mathematics | 3 q.h. |
| MTH 2101 | Precalculus | 3 q.h. |
| MTH 3005 | Calculus 1 | 4 q.h. |
| MTH 3010 | Calculus 2 | 4 q.h. |
| MTH 3015 | Calculus 3 | 4 q.h. |
| ECN 2001 | Statistics 1 | 3 q.h. |
| ECN 2002 | Statistics 2 | 3 q.h. |
Ethical & Political Perspectives (3 q.h.)
Complete one of the following courses:
| LDR 3230 | Ethical Decision Making | 3 q.h. |
| PHL 1001 | Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics | 3 q.h. |
| PHL 2160 | Bioethics | 3 q.h. |
| PHL 2180 | Business Ethics | 3 q.h. |
Science Perspectives (3 q.h.)
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Choose one course with any one of the following prefixes: BIO, BTC, CHM, ESC, PHY |
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| BIO 1010 | Biology 1 | 3 q.h. |
| BIO 1825 | Biology Today: An issues Approach | 3 q.h. |
| CHM 1011 | Chemical Principles 1 | 3 q.h. |
| CHM 2105 | Chemistry and the Environment | 3 q.h. |
| ESC 1525 | Energy for Today and Tomorrow | 3 q.h. |
| ESC 1121 | Introduction to Meteorology and Weather Forecasting | 3 q.h. |
| ESC 1123 | Observational Astronomy | 3 q.h. |
| PHY 2301 | Physics 1 | 3 q.h. |
Historical Perspectives (3 q.h.)
| HST | History Elective | 3 q.h. |
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| HST 1001 | Civilization of the Ancient & Medieval Worlds | 3 q.h. |
| HST 1002 | Civilization of the Early Modern World | 3 q.h. |
| HST 1003 | Civilization of the Modern World | 3 q.h. |
| HST 3213 | Contemporary America | 3 q.h. |
| HST 2205 | Coming to America: The American Immigrant Experience |
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Total Core Curriculum: 30 q.h.
*Lowell Institute School degree requirements vary.
See curriculum pages for more information.
Curriculum
Core Curriculum (30 q.h.)
We require all bachelor's degree students to complete required core curriculum, allowing you to gain insight into disciplines other than your field of study.
Foundation Courses (36 q.h.)
Complete the following electives:
| POL | Political Science Elective | 3 q.h. |
| PSY/SOC | Elective | 3 q.h. |
Complete all of the following courses:
| ENG 3003 | Writing for the Professions 1 | 3 q.h. |
| ENG 3004 | Writing for the Professions 2 | 3 q.h. |
| PSY 1010 | Introduction to Psychology: Fundamental Issues | 3 q.h. |
| SOC 1001 | Sociology 1 | 3 q.h. |
Complete nine credits of humanities electives from the following prefixes:
| ART, CMN, ENG, JRN, MUS, PHL, TCC, THE, or a modern foreign language | 9 q.h. |
Complete nine credits of social science electives from the following prefixes:
| ANT, CJS, ECN, HST, POL, PSY, SOC | 9 q.h. |
Major Courses (30 q.h.)
Complete all of the following courses:
| CMN 1010 | Organizational Communication | 3 q.h. |
| CMN 2050 | Advanced Organizational Communication | 3 q.h. |
| CMN 2320 | Crisis Communication | 3 q.h. |
| CMN 2430 | Ethical Issues in Organizational Communication | 3 q.h. |
| CMN 3040 | Intercultural Communication and the Organization | 3 q.h. |
| CMN 3250 | Mediated Communication and Media Relations | 3 q.h. |
| CMN 4170 | Meeting Dynamics and Communication | 3 q.h. |
| CMN 4770 | Organizational Communication Measurement and Assessment*** | 3 q.h. |
| CMN | Select two CMN electives | 6 q.h. |
Choose One of the Two Following Specializations:
Corporate and Organizational Communication Specialization (12 q.h.)
Complete four of the following courses:
| CMN 2080 | Emerging Communication Technology | 3 q.h. |
| CMN 2001 | Gender and Communication | 3 q.h. |
| CMN 2154 | Negotiation Skills | 3 q.h. |
| TCC 4120 | Proposal Writing | 3 q.h. |
| TCC 2001 | Technical Writing 1 | 3 q.h. |
| CMN 1156 | Techniques of Persuasion and Argumentation | 3 q.h. |
Public Relations Specialization (12 q.h.)
Complete four of the following courses:
| CMN 3355 | Advanced Professional Speaking | 3 q.h. |
| JRN 2100 | Advertising Basics and Practice | 3 q.h. |
| CMN 2080 | Emerging Communication Technology | 3 q.h. |
| CMN 2051 | Professional Speaking (formerly Business and Professional Speaking) | 3 q.h. |
| JRN 2000 | Public Relations Basics and Practice | 3 q.h. |
| CMN 4983 | Special Topics in Communication | 3 q.h. |
| TCC 2001 | Technical Writing 1 | 3 q.h. |
Non-Business Electives (15 q.h.)
Open Electives (37 q.h.)
Secondary Focus (18 q.h.)
It is recommended that students use their elective credits to augment their major courses in Organizational Communication with a concentrated study in an area that students select on the basis of interest and career expectations.
Secondary Focus Credits- Select one of the following five:
| Criminal Justice | CJS 1001, 1003, 1004, and three other CJS courses | 18 q.h. |
| Health Management | HMG 1001, 1002, and four other HMG or HSC courses | 18 q.h. |
| Management | MGT 1001, 1002, 1503, 3317, 3020, 2328, or 2855 | 18 q.h. |
| Human Resources Manamement | HRM 2010, LDR 1202, and four other HRM courses | 18 q.h. |
| Political Science | POL 1001, 1250, 1370, and three other POL courses | 18 q.h. |
Total Quarter Hours: 160
*** Capstone Course
Admissions Requirements
Below are the official Admissions Requirements for this program.
- Online application
- Academic transcripts: submit one of the following
- Official high school degree
- Official GED
- Official associate degree showing degree conferral and date
- Transfer credit documentation: should be submitted with your application material
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Official U.S. transcripts: if you applied previously earned credit toward your earned associate degree, you must request transcripts from each institution you attended.
- Official foreign transcripts: must include English translation. We encourage you to submit a course-by-course evaluation of your diploma(s) and transcript(s)
- College-level examinations: official examination score(s)
- Military evaluation
- Academic transcripts from each institution you previously attended:
- Proof of English language proficiency: ONLY for students for whom English is not their primary language: English language proficiency guidelines
For general admissions information and recommended admissions deadlines, Undergraduate Admissions.
All requirements must be received prior to review.
Tuition
Estimated total tuition for this program is $52,000.00.
Tuition for individual courses is based on the number of quarter hours. Most courses are 3-6 quarter hours. See Undergraduate Tuition Rates for details.
Use our Tuition Calculator below to see if transfer credit or tuition reimbursement from your employer could reduce your total tuition.
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Please note: The estimated total tuition is based on tuition rates for Academic Year 2011-12 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time.
Student Profile
Who Will Your Classmates Be?
The Bachelor of Science in Organizational Communications program is well suited for individuals who wish to pursue a career in communications, management, marketing, human resources, or public relations.
Careers to consider include:
- Communications Specialist
- Public Relations Associate
- Lobbyist
- Human Resources Manager
- Training Manager
- Organizational Development Specialist
- Media Specialist
- Marketing Associate
- Public Information Officer
Career Outlook
Put Your Degree to Work
The job outlook for communications and public relations jobs is very bright, with employment expected to grow much faster than average. Nearly every organization requires professionals who possess strong communication skills, so successful graduates can choose among many career paths.
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Upcoming Academic Term Dates
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Spring Term
April 9, 2012 (6- & 12-week classes)
May 21, 2012 (6-week classes) -
Summer Term
July 2, 2012 (8-, 6-, and 4- week classes)
July 30, 2012 (4-week classes)