Requirements
CIP: 090901
The Master of Art in Strategic Communication is a 32-credit online program focusing on skills that may be applied to multiple employment venues such as businesses, non-profits and government agencies.
Within this competency-based program, students learn and demonstrate knowledge and skills through exercises and activities. The program is designed for working professionals allowing students to complete the competencies at their own pace.
At Northwest, students may also earn credit through prior learning assessments giving students the opportunity to proceed through the program at a faster pace.
Portfolio Requirement/Comprehensive Assessment
A requirement for the successful completion of the degree program is the portfolio. Each student will also write a reflective statement for their portfolio.
Research Component Requirement
Each student will complete the Capstone Domain at the conclusion of the first five domains. While each student will have a unique capstone activity, the majority of the work will be research-based, and will be under the supervision of the student’s faculty mentor.
Requirements List
| COM 29610 | Foundational Domain in Strategic Communication | 3 |
| COM 29620 | Core Domain in Organizational Dynamics | 6 |
| COM 29630 | Core Domain in Strategic Communication Management | 6 |
| COM 29640 | Core Domain in Project Management | 7 |
| COM 29650 | Core Domain: Strategic Communication Skills and Techniques | 7 |
| COM 29660 | Capstone in Strategic Communication | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 32