Online Professional Communication Degree :: Accredited Universities

CQUniversity’s professional communication program is practically-oriented and focuses on workplace relevance for future public relations and journalism practitioners. Our program provides a unique blend of public relations and journalism theory and practice, and offers an inclusive portfolio of communication practices, such as writing, speech, photography and introductory graphic design as well as specialist professional courses in each area.

Within this program you will study core public relations and communication subjects, and choose one area of specialisation in Digital Media Production, Human Resources Management, Journalism, Management or Marketing. You can choose elective courses from any program offered by the University. As a professional communication graduate, you will be in demand by employers who value your practical skills and well-rounded understanding of communication. You can choose to study this program by distance education allowing you to balance study with your work and family commitments.

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Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

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

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ODU has multiple online Communication Degree program options, and the Professional Communication program is designed to create strong communication skills that are a critical component of success in today's connected, interactive business environments.

This online Communication Degree completion program in Professional Communication prepares you for greater managerial positions and opportunities across a wide range of industries.

The coursework in this online Communication degree program will help develop your skills in:

Interpersonal and organizational communication
Professional writing
Marketing
Management
Public Relations

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed high school from an accredited institution.

Requires TOEFL score for non-native English speakers (ODU requires a score of 550 on the paper-based TOEFL, and a 79-80 on the iBT)

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This degree equips graduates with professional communication skills and knowledge relevant to a range of communication and media professions. Students are given the flexibility to combine studies in communications with specialist training in journalism, public relations, visual media or marketing. The interdisciplinary program is structured to produce graduates who will be knowledgeable about communications and who can apply that knowledge in a range of vocations. Graduates in this field can expect to be employed across a range of related areas in today's convergent media environment, including media relations, journalism, public relations, and professional writing.

Entry Requirements

N/A

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

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

Incidental unit costs

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This degree equips graduates with professional communication skills and knowledge relevant to a range of communication and media professions. Students are given the flexibility to combine studies in communications with specialist training in journalism, public relations, visual media or marketing. The interdisciplinary program is structured to produce graduates who will be knowledgeable about communications and who can apply that knowledge in a range of vocations. Graduates in this field can expect to be employed across a range of related areas in today's convergent media environment, including media relations, journalism, public relations, and professional writing.

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of VCE including:
- A study score of at least 20 in any VCE English units 3 and 4.

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees

Textbooks

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

Incidental unit costs

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The Bachelor of Business (Specialisation)/ Bachelor of Professional Communication dual degree enables you to graduate with the knowledge and skills from both the Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Professional Communication within four years of full-time study.

The Bachelor of Business is one of CQUniversity’s most popular and long-standing programs. Graduates from this program are in high demand and have a high employment rate. The success of CQUniversity’s Bachelor of Business lies with the consistent review and industry consultation which allows you to graduate with skills and knowledge sought after by employers. After covering the foundation business subjects, you choose to major in Accounting, Human Resources Management, Information Systems, Management, Marketing, Property, Supply Chain Management, Sustainability or Tourism.

CQUniversity’s professional communication program is practically-oriented and focuses on workplace relevance for future public relations and journalism practitioners. Our program provides a unique blend of public relations and journalism theory and practice, and requires you to complete core communication practice skills such as writing, speech, photography, and introductory graphic design, as well as specialist professional courses in each area. The dual degree approach allows you to tailor your degree to suit your individual needs and study goals. For example, you may wish to study the Bachelor of Business majoring in Marketing and Bachelor of Professional Communication to increase your job prospects in the public relations field. Studying this program increases your knowledge and skill-set, and makes you more versatile and attractive to employers.

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