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Degree Requirements

- Program Requirements
- Areas of Concentration
- Foreign Language Proficiency
- Course Schedule [Select the appropriate quarter -- not semester -- under social sciences menu.]
- Course Descriptions [Select the following captions and scroll to 3000- and 4000-level classes: COMN, HCOM, INTS, MCOM.]


Program Requirements
The M.A. in International and Intercultural Communication (IIC) is an interdisciplinary program in Communication and International Studies. Students develop expertise in research and practice in international and intercultural communication, as well as knowledge about historical, political, and economic forces affecting diverse groups throughout the world.

Course Requirements
Students must complete 60 total credit hours toward the M.A. in IIC. These courses are brokewn down as follows:

- 4 courses (16-20 credits): School of Communication (MCOM/HCOM/COMN)
- 4 courses (20 credits): Graduate School of International Studies
- 1 course (4-5 credits): Research Methods
- 5-10 credits (maximum): Thesis and/or Internship
- Remaining credits: Electives (any department)

Required Courses
MCOM 4650: International Communication (4 credits)
HCOM 4220: Seminar in Intercultural Communication (5 credits)
Electives in MCOM & HCOM: 11 credits
INTS: Courses in International Studies vary depending on student's interests (20 credits - 4 courses)


Areas of Concentration

One of the advantages of the IIC program is the flexibility of the curriculum. While many students have expressed their appreciation for such a broad selection of classes, they have also asked for a guide to what classes might be best suited to their interests.

The following is a list of Areas of Concentration compiled by IIC faculty from which you may choose your own concentration. The courses listed under each area are suggestions only; you are not required to fulfill requirements for these areas. They are simply intended to help you wisely choose classes that will best serve your interests and goals. Follow the links to see suggested courses for these areas.

- Conflict Management & Resolution
- Development Communication
- Human Rights
- International Administration
- International and Intercultural Training
- International Politics
- Organizational or Corporate Communication
- Print, Broadcast, and Online Journalism
- Public Relations and Marketing
- Technology & Management
- Technology & Telecommunications Policy
- Website Development and Management


Foreign Language Proficiency
At the time of graduation, students must demonstrate proficiency in at least one foreign language (approximately equivalent to two years of course work). International students whose primary language is not English may use English to meet the requirement if they have completed academic or professional work in English.

 

 

   

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