Find out more about Bachelor of Science in Applied Communication

Program Details

The online BS in Applied Communication from Abilene Christian University provides students with real-world skills and examples of their accomplishments. Students graduate with an e-portfolio of work that can be shared with future employers. The program provides training in vital workplace skills including problem solving, team building, message crafting, and leadership.

Students can expect coursework covering topics such as health communication, persuasion, executing organizational change, and crisis management in organizations. Graduates will have a wide range of career opportunities, including change management specialist, communications coordinator, health educator, nonprofit director, public affairs officer, and training and development manager.

Two tracks are available to students pursuing this online Communication degree:

• The Organizational Change track provides understanding and experience in change management from a leadership perspective.
• The Healthcare Communication track offers tools in leadership, crisis management, and organizational analysis for effective leadership in the healthcare industry.

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