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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

N/A

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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Advertising is where art, science and technology collide. It is a stream of storytelling and brand engagement, from social media to television and print. The industry is fast-paced, exciting and highly innovative.

A typical advertising agency is made up of five primary disciplines: account management, planning, media, production and creative. The disciplines work together to deliver effective communications across television, radio, magazines, newspapers, outdoor and online activity.

People who work in advertising need to have the ability to find solutions, and to work well and thrive under pressure. Careers in advertising range from account executive, copywriter, media planner, digital account manager and creative director.

Entry Requirements

Mathematics is desirable.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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Have you ever wondered what makes people choose certain brands over others? Marketing has one of the most important functions in a successful business. To gain an advantage, companies must differentiate themselves from their competitors. They work out how they may persuade their target audience to buy their product or services.

Marketing is a dynamic blend of:

product development and positioning
pricing strategies
communications and promotion
distribution strategies.
Together, these elements are known as the marketing mix and determine the success of an organisation's brands, products or services.

Marketing suits those who wonder what makes people think and behave the way the do, enjoy working with other people and in teams, have strong organisational skills and want a career that is interesting and diverse. Roles may be in fundraising, market research, product management, marketing communications and brand strategy, and online marketing in areas such as developing online strategy, search engine optimisation, and social media and networking.

This major provides you with an understanding of the role marketing plays in creating customer value.

You will have the chance to explore the diverse field of marketing, including:

international and internet marketing
retail and services marketing
research
product, pricing and promotion strategies
consumer behaviour.
You will learn to analyse the behaviour of competitors and customers to discover how marketing can predict customer demand for products, services or ideas.

Your study will involve interaction with industry as many of the units focus on real clients and case studies. There are opportunities for industry exposure and professional placement to increase your interaction with industry while you study.

Curtin's School of Marketing works closely with key professional bodies such as the Australian Marketing Institute to enhance the career prospects of our graduates.

Marketing is offered as part of the Bachelor of Commerce. You can enhance your studies with a secondary major or choose from a range of elective units to support your career goals.

Entry Requirements

Mathematics is desirable.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

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The Master of Arts in Communication (MAC) equips students with critical thinking and professional practice skills including social media strategies while challenging them to integrate biblical thought with contemporary communication theories and concepts. Graduates of the Master of Arts in Communication online degree program will exhibit creativity, confidence, and competence as they research, plan, and evaluate communication practices.

The demand for highly skilled, master's level communication practitioners, directors, and leaders who possess superb research and communication skills continues to grow. CBU/Online trains and educates professionals who wish to join or advance in this expanding field by providing them with an excellent learning experience that is innovative and interactive.

Program Highlights:
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Accelerated - Finish your degree in as little as 12 months

Convenient - Classes are delivered in a hybrid or online format to accommodate working students

Flexible - Complete coursework around your schedule

Practical - Professional networking and communications event participation immerse students in the latest trends and developments within the field

Internship Opportunities - Internship and volunteer opportunities are available to provide professional networking opportunities.

Entry Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree

Official sealed transcripts

2 recommendations - http://www.cbuonline.edu/_pdf/recommendatio_form_grad_ops.pdf

Current Resume

500 word essay covering these areas:

- Purpose for entering the program

- Long term professional goals

- Reasons for choosing to study at California Baptist University

- Factors that will make applicant a good FEMBA candidate

Applicants are considered based on a combination of GPA (minimum 2.5), management and professional work experience.

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Get the effective communication skills you need in today’s global society. You'll learn a variety of messaging techniques and communication best practices.

You’re a people person, you have a way with words, and you can get a clear message across, so why not use your talent to master communication, an essential skill vital to any organization’s overall success? Learn oral and written communication, mass communication, new media, public relations, technical writing, and the skills you need to be an effective communicator for an organization.

As you earn your online bachelor's degree in communications, you will gain a knowledge base of critical thinking and strategic communication skills that apply to everyday business life. You'll also explore interpersonal, intercultural, and organizational communication; evaluate diversity, as well as the ethical and legal affects on communication; and learn to create communication pieces to send out to audiences.

Entry Requirements

To be fully admitted into one of CSU-Global’s bachelor’s degree programs, you should have some prior college credit and a cumulative grade point average of 2.30 or above.

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