Online Communication Studies Degree :: Accredited Universities

From one-on-one conversations to addressing a large crowd in a public arena, communication is a part of our daily lives. Communication Studies prepares you for almost any career path you choose — from public speaking to being an effective manager capable of conveying ideas and resolving workplace conflict.

Communications Studies is a broad and flexible major, allowing you to tailor your experience to fit your professional goals — whether you are on campus or online. Our small class sizes mean our professors are able to get to know you and help you grow in your professional, personal, and civic lives. Our courses in public speaking, intercultural communication, conflict management, and communicating with technology are highly interactive, allowing you to connect theory with practical, real-world applications.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have earned bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

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The online graduate program in Communication Studies focuses on advanced topics in the field, including conflict resolution, gendered communication, organizational communication, and, interpersonal and family communication. These areas of study are important topics in communication research, and the Department of Communication Studies offers a useful and insightful combination of the topics in its online master's degree.

The program is designed for aspiring doctoral students in communication studies as well as professionals wishing to advance their career. It is also an attractive option for graduate students in Psychology, Education, Sociology, and Criminal Justice who are searching for a complementary minor. For some who aspire to a Ph.D. in one of these fields, an M.A. in Communication Studies can serve as a useful stepping stone.

This online master's degree program is also a great opportunity for elementary and secondary school teachers, community and small college instructors, and marriage and family counseling professionals.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 and higher.

Submit GRE scores, or in lieu of the GRE we will consider 3-5 years of professional work experience

For international applicants, you should submit TOEFL score if English is your second language.

Minimum scores: TOEFL score of at least 550 paper-based or 79 iBt or 6.5 IELTS

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Communication is the key to career and business opportunities in an increasingly technological and global community. Communication is a vital and rewarding discipline that will help you understand and function successfully within the complex modern working environment. Massey University teaches a comprehensive programme in communication that combines skills in managing new technology, speaking, writing, and business presentations with a sound theoretical base.

Communication students learn the "body of knowledge" and how to write effective letters, reports, and memos. The courses explore theory and practice across a number of domains. Papers include study of the news media, business writing, professional presentations, communication technology, interpersonal communication, organisational communication, cross cultural communication, and public relations.

The Communication team use a wide range of teaching strategies to inform, stimulate and develop student learning and ability. These include roleplaying, writing portfolios, interviewing, presentations, and video conferencing. Students will also create web pages, communication plans for businesses, and short videos.

Students can take papers as part of the major in Communication. They are also in demand from students of other disciplines, especially marketing, media studies, information systems, and human resource management. Communication papers are well known for their practical emphasis and for adding value to other courses. As communication skills are vital in any career, Communication also makes a great complementary major for those looking to complete a double major in the BBS.

Staff involved have real-world experience in the areas they teach. They also value close and continuing links with businesses such as Sport Manawatu, Wanganui District Council, New Zealand Police, Senate Communications, Literacy Aotearoa, and Te Puna Matauranga o Whanganui.

We appreciate the diverse backgrounds which students bring to their learning and encourage them to share knowledge and experience. While you are encouraged to take responsibility for your own learning, staff are all strongly supportive and are here to help.

Entry Requirements

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Other Fees

Enrolment Fee - $51.40 (NZD)

Student Services Levy - $237.50 (NZD)

Massey Foundation Fee -$22.40 (NZD)

Distance Learning overseas venue fee - $214.20 (NZD)

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The Master of Business Studies (MBS) is an advanced qualification for students who have completed a bachelor degree or Bachelor of Business Studies with Honours. By the end of the programme, candidates who successfully complete the MBS will have achieved the combined study of advanced theory with research in a specialised field of business.

For many BBS graduates, the MBS degree will be the highest academic qualification they will aspire to for their career needs. For some students, it may be their next step on the pathway to a Doctorate.

Entry Requirements

Candidates for the MBS will normally have
(a) Met the University admission requirements as specified;
(b) Been awarded or qualified for a relevant Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification, having achieved a grade average of at least a B- in the highest level papers
with at least a B- grade average in the highest level papers.

Students must gain admission as being eligible to proceed into this programme.

Other Fees

Enrolment Fee - $51.40 (NZD)

Student Services Levy - $237.50 (NZD)

Massey Foundation Fee -$22.40 (NZD)

Distance Learning overseas venue fee - $214.20 (NZD)

Textbooks

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Entry Requirements

The entry requirement is a BBS degree in the same major as the intended BBS(Hons). Candidates require B or B+ grade average or better* in the BBS major and permission of their Head of School and Postgraduate Admission.

Students must gain admission as being eligible to proceed into this programme.
Candidates wishing to enrol in the BBS(Hons) programme (full-time or part-time) should seek the approval of the Head of the majoring school.

Other Fees

Enrolment Fee - $51.40 (NZD)

Student Services Levy - $237.50 (NZD)

Massey Foundation Fee -$22.40 (NZD)

Distance Learning overseas venue fee - $214.20 (NZD)

Textbooks

Incidental Unit Fees

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