B.A.A.S in Communication Studies
Program Facts
College: College of Liberal & Fine Arts
Major: Communication Studies
Offered Minors: General Business, Marketing, Management
Degree Level: Bachelor's
- 100% Online
Credit Hours: 120 Hours
Duration: 4 Years
Tuition & Fees
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Overview
The Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) degree in Communication Studies is offered as an online program that also offers limited classes on the Fort Worth campus. This is a general communication program that includes courses such as Interpersonal Communication, Organizational Communication, and Mass Communication. There are numerous elective offerings for classes in social media and new communication technologies like AI.
Students can earn up to 33 hours in prior learning credit. Credit may be accepted from a variety of professional areas, including: military coursework or trainings, professional certificates or licensures in public relations, social media or event management, communication-related continuing education (CE) credits, or any vocational-technical training or workforce education course manual (WECM) courses in hospitality or travel areas.
…Program Benefits
- Allows for prior learning credit (PLC) up to 33 hours
- Offers program flexibility with electives and options
- Provides opportunity for quick degree completion
- Online delivery to complete coursework when available
- Experienced faculty with professional work history
Courses
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Learning Outcomes
- Professional communication skills
- Personal communication skills
- Knowledge of communication theory
- Understanding of business skills
- Communication technology
Career Outcomes
- Marketing and communications
- Project manager
- External relations
- Client relations manager
- Executive assistant
Credit for Prior Learning
Students can earn up to 33 hours in prior learning credit. Credit may be accepted from a variety of professional areas, including: military coursework or trainings, professional certificates or licensures in public relations, social media or event management, communication-related continuing education (CE) credits, or any vocational-technical training or workforce education course manual (WECM) courses in hospitality or travel areas.