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Choose from 2 online communication master’s degrees
The fully online Master of Communication and the Master of Arts in Organizational Communication degrees from OHIO’s Scripps College of Communication equips students with the skills, experience and expertise they need to advance professionally. These highly customizable degrees work for professionals across a variety of industries.
Earn your master's from the prestigious Scripps College of Communication, a national leader in communication education with 87 Pulitzer Prize-winning alumni, students and faculty contributing to 58 Pulitzer Prizes.
Master of Communication
This flexible program designed for working professionals allows you to stack certificates to earn a master’s degree. Complete two of the seven stackable certificates, plus an introductory research course and a 3 credit hour capstone. Learn at your own pace and create a customized set of skills and competencies to advance your career whether you work in a communications-related field or in healthcare, public service, education, or the corporate world.
Master of Arts in Organizational Communication
Are you ready to take the next step toward your academic goals without putting your career on hold? Our online M.A. in Organizational Communication provides a flexible and affordable option to enhance your communication expertise. This 30-hour program is designed for busy professionals who want to gain an understanding of both theory and practical application. Focus on communication strategies to foster teamwork, manage conflicts, enhance problem-solving and decision-making, hone leadership skills, and secure buy-in for organizational change.
Certificates
Earn skills and credentials while you learn. Choose from seven stackable graduate certificates on topics including:
- Communication diversity, ethics, and inclusivity
- Communication and change**
- Crisis communication**
- Digital transformation & innovation
- Media tools for professional communication
- Strategic communication management**
- Team leadership and communication**
For more information, contact graduate@ohio.edu .
Benefits
- Fully online in a flexible format that works with your busy schedule.
- Three start dates each year: Fall, Spring, and Summer
- Complete in as few as four semesters
- 7 week courses
- 30 credit hours
- No GRE required for admission
Affordability
- Affordable tuition with financial aid options available
- OHIO is a proud military supporter and yellow ribbon institution
- Scholarships are available for Veterans & military members, employees of corporate partners and graduates of Ohio University bachelor degree programs. Learn more!
94%
of OHIO student survey participants across all online programs would recommend OHIO Online. æ
Career Opportunities
OHIO’s communication degrees open doors to a diverse range of rewarding careers. Whether you're passionate about strategic communication, media relations, or corporate communication, this degree equips you with the skills to thrive in various professional settings. You will acquire the skills and knowledge to excel in dynamic and ever-evolving professional landscapes. Choose your path with stackable certificates and make a lasting impact through effective communication strategies.
Also Available – Online Bachelor's in Communication
The 100% online Bachelor of Science in Communication degree is available to students from all backgrounds who are seeking positions that emphasize internal or external communication in public, non-profit, or private organizations.
* According to U.S. News and World Report