Graduate Certificate in Communication
Pittsburg State University

Program Details

The online Graduate Certificate in Communication is designed for students who hold a bachelor’s degree and need continuing education for advancement or promotion in their field. This online certificate is also for instructors with master’s degrees who need the additional 18 credit hours in communications to teach a communications course. This certificate meets the requirements of the Higher Learning Commission.

Courses include, but are not limited to:

  • Media analysis and criticism
  • Philosophy and ethics of mass communication
  • Strategic communication

All courses included in the online graduate certificate are transferable to the MA degree curriculum.  Experienced faculty and engaging topics allow students to understand the way proper communication can achieve positive results in work and life. The online graduate certificate in communication provides an integrated and active approach to learning.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

Pittsburg State University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Official College Transcript(s)

Additional Info

  • Applicants with a GPA of 2.7-2.99 may submit the GRE for consideration.