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Graduate School

M.A. in Communication

Student Perspectives

"The broad-based nature of this program appealed to me. Within its multiple arenas, I've centered my attention on public speaking and cross-cultural communication, both of which figure into my need to relate to clients and employees in my international company. With 30 years of business experience, I have a lot of life learning to contribute to my cohort. On the other hand, this program and my classmates are rejuvenating me week by week. Graduate education energizes me!"
—Tom Hallquist, President, Starline, Inc.

 

Creative and capable communicators succeed professionally and personally

Develop knowledge, attitudes, and skills essential for functioning in varied communication professions.

Focus on:

  • Excellence in oral and written communication, non-verbal communication, and listening
  • Effective principles of conflict management
  • Intercultural competence
  • Ethical communication
  • Multiple competencies for public speaking
  • Effective use of new technologies
  • Qualitative and quantitative research methods.

Career Applications                           

  • Advertising
  • Church ministry
  • College teaching
  • Communication technology
  • Corporate management
  • Design
  • Directing of training programs
  • Doctoral level research
  • Marketing

Key Program Values

Bethel seeks students who represent a diversity of ages and professions so that the learning group itself becomes a laboratory in communication.

  • Sound communication theory is foundational to the curriculum.
  • Reciprocal processes, such as questions, discussion, and differences in outlook, intensify learning. Diversity in student undergraduate majors, professions, ethnicity, and life experience enrich understanding.
  • Fundamental principles of communication are examined and reinforced in all courses. Issues of faith and life are applied in the context of academic and professional relevance.
  • Current technology serves as a tool to enhance effective communication.
  • Students accrue knowledge and develop skills to increase professional and personal competency.
  • Christian principles provide guidance for responsible communication.

Complete your M.A. in Communication

  • 40 semester credits
  • Register once for the entire program
  • Attend class with a supportive group of busy adults who progress through the program together
  • Be evaluated primarily on written assignments, projects, presentations, class discussions, and small group participation

Schedule designed for busy, in-career adults

  • Take 1 course at a time
  • Meet once a week either in the evening, Saturday, or online
  • Attend class for approximately 2 years, with a short break during the summer
  • Meet on Bethel's campus (near the intersection of 35W and 694)
  • Park for free

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