Graduate (Masters) Programs

communication studies (m.A.)

The Master of Arts degree in Communication Studies is intended to provide a broad spectrum of knowledge about human communication in various social contexts, and the ways in which information is produced and processed.

Communication Studies (M.A.) Requirements & Courses 

Communication Studies [Dual Degree with MBA] (M.A.)

The M.A. Communication Studies/M.B.A. dual degree program is designed for students and professionals whose career goals focus on communication, particularly global communication and provides direction and leadership in economic and business development processes.

Communication Studies [Dual Degree] (M.A.) Requirements & Courses

The Master of Digital Sciences degree in Digital Sciences is designed to augment a student's skill set, opening the door to new career opportunities for students from diverse undergraduate backgrounds. Due to the program's interdisciplinary nature, students have a unique opportunity to gain a graduate-level introduction to several areas aligned with digital sciences.

Digital Sciences [Data Science] (M.D.S.)

The Data Science concentration focuses on the data analysis and modeling needed by an organization and the processing of structured, semi-structured and unstructured data using statistical and semantic analysis techniques to meet those needs.

Digital Sciences [Data Science] (M.D.S.) Requirements & Courses

Digital Sciences [Digital Systems Management] (M.D.S.)

The Digital Systems Management concentration focuses on the technical leadership needed by an organization and the management of information services in a rapidly changing global economy.

Digital Sciences [Digital Systems Management] (M.D.S.) Requirements & Courses

Digital Sciences [Digital Systems Software Development] (M.D.S.)

The Digital Systems Software Development concentration focuses on the software applications needed by an organization and the design and maintenance of software systems that are aligned with the goals of the business.

Digital Sciences [Digital Systems Software Development] (M.D.S.) Requirements & Courses

Digital Sciences [Digital Systems Telecommunication NetworkS] (M.D.S.)

The Digital Systems Telecommunication Networks concentration focuses on the communication infrastructure needed by an organization and the design and management of a telecommunication system and computer network to meet those needs.

Digital Sciences [Digital Systems Telecommunication Network] (M.D.S.) Requirements & Courses

Digital Sciences [Digital Sciences Training Technology] (M.D.S.)

The Digital Systems Training Technology concentration focuses on the educational applications needed by an organization and the design and management of instructional systems to meet those needs.

Digital Sciences [Digital Sciences Training Technology] (M.D.S.) Requirements & Courses 

Digital Sciences [Enterprise Architecture] (M.D.S.)

The Enterprise Architecture concentration focuses on the business goals, processes, and technology infrastructure needed by an organization and the alignment of the processes and infrastructure with the goals of the business.

Digital Sciences [Enterprise Architecture] (M.D.S.) Requirements & Courses 

enterprise architecture 

The Enterprise Architecture graduate certificate is focuses on assisting organizations to review and improve their investments in technology and to ensure that their digital information, applications and technology are fully aligned with business goals and objectives

Enterprise Architecture Graduate Certificate Requirements & Courses

health informatics 

The Health Informatics graduate certificate provides competencies and knowledge in health information systems, health records management, clinical decision support systems and other areas relevant to developing and refining competencies in health informatics. 

Health Informatics Graduate Certificate Requirements & Courses 

Web Enabled E-Learning Knowledge Management

The Web-Enabled E-Learning Knowledge Management graduate certificate provides essential knowledge and skills to interested information professionals.

Web Enabled E-Learning Knowledge Management Graduate Certificate Requirements & Courses 

Health Informatics (M.S.)

The Master of Science degree in Health Informatics prepares graduates for careers in managerial, analytical, consultative and executive roles working with healthcare systems and clinicians.

Health Informatics (M.S.) Requirements & Courses 

Knowledge Management (M.S.)

The Master of Science degree in Knowledge Management prepares professionals to serve as leaders in all types of organizations who can assess and evaluate organizations on knowledge management principles, including culture, learning, communities and maturity.

Knowledge Management (M.S.) Requirements & Courses 

Library and Information Science (MLIS)

The Master of Library and Information Science prepares students for professional positions in academic, public, special, school libraries, museums and other types of information agencies.

Library and Information Science (MLIS) Requirements & Courses

Library and Information Science [Dual Degree with MBA] (MLIS)

The Master of Library and Information Science prepares students for professional positions in academic, public, special, school libraries, museums and other types of information agencies.

Library and Information Science [Dual Degree with MBA] (MLIS) Requirements & Courses 

Library and Information Science [Dual Degree with MEd Instructional Technology] (MLIS)

The Master of Library and Information Science prepares students for professional positions in academic, public, special, school libraries, museums and other types of information agencies. Graduates with the M.L.I.S. degree can also find jobs in cultural organizations and companies of all sorts and sizes.

Library and Information Science [Dual Degree with MEd Instructional Technology] (MLIS) Requirements & Courses 

Library and Information Science [School Library Media] (MLIS)

The Master of Library and Information Science prepares students for professional positions in academic, public, special, school libraries, museums and other types of information agencies. Graduates with the M.L.I.S. degree can also find jobs in cultural organizations and companies of all sorts and sizes.

Library and Information Science [School Library Media] (MLIS) Requirements & Courses 

User Experience Design (M.S.)

The Master of Science degree in User Experience Design  prepares students for careers that require them to apply a solid understanding of usability, content strategy, information architecture and user research.

User Experience Design (M.S.) Requirements & Courses

MASTER OF ARTS DEGREE IN JOURNALISM AND MASS COMMUNICATION

The JMC programs are designed to give students a solid background in preparation for a professional or academic career. Courses are dynamic, challenging, and professionally relevant. With small class sizes, students are able to learn from their professors and from the experiences of their fellow classmates; many of whom are working media professionals.

Possible pathways: Public Relations, Media Enterprise, Multimedia Journalism, Digital & Social Media, or design your own pathway

Optional Concentration: Journalism Educators

Journalism Educators concentration caters to those who want to teach high school journalism. By offering hands-on, engaging courses (such as reporting public affairs, computer-assisted reporting, online journalism, legal problems for mass media and design for cybermedia), the program readies students to better prepare their students upon graduation.

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visual communication design (m.A.)

The Master of Arts degree in Visual Communication Design is recommended for students with undergraduate degrees in design or related fields who wish to advance their studio skills in print design, illustration, web design, 3-D design, motion graphics, interactive design, corporate identity, information architecture, interaction design or information graphics.

Visual Communication Design (M.A.) Requirements & Courses 

visual communication design (m.f.a.) 

The Master of Fine Arts degree in Visual Communication Design is a terminal degree and recommended for students with undergraduate degrees in design or related fields who wish to enter a career in higher education instruction as well as to advance their studio skills in one or more of the following: print design, illustration, web design, 3-D design, motion graphics, interactive design, corporate identity, information architecture, interaction design or information graphics. 

Visual Communication Design (M.F.A.) Requirements & Courses