Youngstown State University
College of Creative Arts and Communication M.A. in Interdisciplinary Communication
3 Disciplines – 1 Masters Degree
Communication – Professional & Technical Writing – Marketing
Mission Statement The Master’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Communication is designed for people in any
organizational setting who wish to develop advanced communication knowledge and
skills, as an end in itself or as preparation for a doctoral degree. In profit and
nonprofit, academic or non-academic worlds, program learning outcomes will be
beneficial to anyone, but especially to managers and administrators.
Understand how theory guides practice in professional communication.
Write effectively for multiple audiences using current technologies.
Develop strategies for effective organizational marketing.
Acquire advanced analytical and research skills appropriate to organizations.
Gain effectiveness in face-to-face and computer-mediated interpersonal
relationships.
Appreciate ethical communication choices necessary for today’s professionals.
3 Disciplines – 1 Degree Capstone & Thesis Options
Core Courses (21 s.h.)
CMST 6980 (3 s.h.) - Applied Research Methods
CMST 6957 (3 s.h.) - Organizational Communication
CMST 6990 (3 s.h.) – Measurement and Analysis
ENGL 6943 (3 s.h.) – Technical Communication
ENGL 2944 (3 s.h.) – Document Design and Production
MKTG 6943 (2 s.h.) – Consumer & Product Marketing
MKTG 6975 (2 s.h.) – Applied Marketing Strategy
MKTG 6996 (2 s.h.) – Marketing Research Problems
Capstone Option (15 s.h.)
Elective Courses (9 s.h.) - 3 three credit courses
CMST 6970 (3 s.h.) - Professional Internship
CMST 6994 (3 s.h.) – Capstone Applied Research Paper
Thesis Option (15 s.h.)
Elective Courses (6 s.h.) – 2 three-credit courses
CMST 6970 (3 s.h.) – Professional Internship
CMST 6995 (6 s.h.) – Thesis Prospectus, Completed Study
21 Core hours
15 hours in Capstone or Thesis
36 total credit hours
NCA National Communication Association
2013 Academic Job Listings in Communication Report Distribution of Jobs in Communications by
Research/Teaching Specialties, 2013
Primary Secondary Total
Generalist 156 0 156
Specialty
Mass Communication/Media 62 25 87
Public Relations 69 12 81
Journalism 67 0 67
Digital/Emerging/New Media 54 12 66
Organizational 46 11 57
Rhetoric/Public Address 35 14 49
Health 36 11 47
Interpersonal/Small Group 24 13 27
Intercultural/International 26 9 35
Advertising 25 3 28
Debate/Forensics 23 2 25
Strategic 21 1 22
Political 10 8 18
Communication Theory 6 8 14
Film/Cinema 14 0 14
Public Speaking 10 2 12
Visual 8 3 11
Persuasion 6 3 9
Basic Course 8 0 8
Environmental 4 3 7
Performance Studies/Theater 5 0 5
Applied 4 0 4
Communication Education 3 0 3
Legal 3 0 3 Sources: http://web.ysu.edu/ccac, http://www.natcom.org
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The Master’s in Interdisciplinary Communications (MIC) program here at YSU
provides you with a great mix of communication research, local and global
marketing strategies, and professional writing. This program balances in-class
learning with real out of class experience. There are many instances where
you get to work in groups to solve communication problems for organizations.
Personally, being a graduate student in the program opened the door for an
internship in Chicago for me as well. I highly recommend this program if
you’re trying to expand your knowledge in the above areas and get real life
experience while doing so.
Zach Humphries,
Teaching Award Recipient
Our MIC program is designed to help students build the analytical and
communication skills modern employers are looking for: the ability to write,
collect and analyze data to make informed business decisions, communicate
effectively, and use the most recent technologies. We teach these skills in
practical, applied research methods courses, as well as classes in marketing,
technical writing, and applied theory. Our graduates are well equipped to be
entrepreneurs, work in marketing and communications or go on to PhD.
programs.
Whether it be a teacher in the classroom, a corporate executive in the
boardroom or simply a valued team member, effective communications is
paramount for success in today’s increasingly complex and fast-moving world.
Having been behind the microphone in front of dozens of savvy reporters or
sitting with students and players who need advice, direction or a pat on the back,
it all comes down to communicating clearly, succinctly and consistently. The
most critical communication skill is listening. The new master’s degree in
Interdisciplinary Communication at YSU explores the theory and practice of
professional communication – face-to-face, written, social media, you name it.
With a cross-disciplinary approach involving communication, professional and
technical writing and marketing, the program is unique in the state of Ohio. Hope
you plan to learn more; you will not be disappointed. We’re waiting for you to join
the Penguin team.
**Teaching and Research Assistantships Available**
Application Deadlines
Fall: July 15th, Spring: December, 15th Summer: April 15th
Dr. Rebecca Curnalia,
YSU Professor
Mr. Jim Tressel, YSU President
For more information, contact:
Deb Yiannaki, Administrative Assistant
(330) 941-3631 [email protected]
www.ysu.edu/gradschool
