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Bachelor of Science in
Communication

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Interpersonal and Organizational Communication is an important tool utilized in all areas of life.

Tailored specifically for busy schedules, this program is designed for working adults who want to advance their careers through courses that focus on organizational development and management.

This versatile Communication degree with a concentration in Interpersonal and Organizational Communication will help you become a leader in a variety of professions. You will not only learn how to effectively communicate across diverse populations, but you will also learn how to conduct extensive research, create case studies, and master communication theories.

 

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Monday, June 26, 2023

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Top Reasons to choose Communication at florida southern college

Personalized Advising

Your academic advisor works with you from the moment you are accepted to create a road map to graduation, creating a custom schedule specific to your needs.

Affordable and Accelerated

A timely completion of your degree is critical to your total tuition cost, which is why we offer accelerated courses, providing you a quality education at a fraction of the cost.

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Comprehensive

You’ll gain exposure to all areas of human relations within the workplace – organizational communication networks, conflict management, leadership, problem-solving, critical thinking, and the role of communication in interpersonal and organizational contexts.

Engaged Learning

Although most, if not all, of the communication courses can be completed online, our faculty create an environment of engaged learning, where communication concepts and theories are taught using practical application.

Employment Outlook

Job outlook for communication specialists growing from 250,000 jobs in 2016 to 280,000 in 2024
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Top Alumni Skills

  • Public Relations
  • Conflict Management
  • Advocacy
  • Event Planning
  • Business Development
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Alumni Occupations

  • Public Relations Specialists
  • General and Operations Managers
  • Human Resources Managers
  • Business Consults
  • Account Managers
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Tiyanna McKie-Williams

Supervisor, Claim Support
GEICO

As a full-time mother, wife, and supervisor of a Fortune 500 company, I knew I needed an undergraduate program that offered flexibility and convenience. My goal was to advance my career through courses that were offered around my schedule. The hybrid and online classes gave me exactly what I needed to enhance my professional career and excel in my performance.

Denise Mosher

Subcontracts Manager
Lockheed Martin

The online learning format and the school's accreditations influenced my decision in choosing FSC. I enjoyed the online classes and being able to interact with my professors and classmates.

Featured Communication Faculty

Dr. Cara Mackie
- Communication Department Chair

In the classroom, I not only teach theories of human communication, but also help students become better communicators. I start my courses by stating, 'It will take hard work to succeed, but I am working just as hard to be there for you. We build these ideas together. You will be great.' Students leave my class with a better understanding of themselves and with confidence to succeed in various forms of interpersonal relationships.

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Program Details

Available in: 

  • BS
  • Minor

Our Interpersonal and Organizational Communication degree is completed fully online to provide optimal flexibility.

Online

Courses are offered in a flexible online format.

  • Provide official transcripts of all academic work taken previously at other colleges, universities, or professional schools.
  • If fewer than 25 credit hours have been earned from a regionally accredited college or university, student should provide official high school transcript or GED scores.
  • If fewer than 25 credit hours have been earned from a regionally accredited college or university, student should provide official ACT or SAT exam scores, OR as an alternative, applicants should instead submit an updated resume and elect to apply through the test-optional policy.
  • Military service-connected, educational experiences may award transfer credits. Requests should be accompanied by documents describing the educational experience. (Seven semester hours of credit may be awarded.)

International Student Requirements

  • Official Translated Transcripts With Course By Course Evaluation**
  • Bank Letter Verifying Funds of Sponsor***
  • Sponsor's Guarantee Form
  • Valid Passport
  • Official TOEFL/IELTS Score****

** SpanTran (discount available), Academic Evaluation Services, Inc., Josef Silny, or World Education Services or another similar approved transcript evaluation agency.

*** A bank letter is a written statement on bank letterhead and signed by a bank official.

**** Must have completed an English language training program or at least one year at an English speaking institution to waive the TOEFL/IELTS testing requirement.

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Course descriptions are available in the academic catalog.

Academic Catalog
A. General Education Requirements 40 hours
B. Major Requirements 40 hours
Course Number Course Name
COM 1100 Introduction to Communication (waived)
COM 1500 Fundamentals of Speech
COM 2100 Mass Media and Society
COM 2250 Interpersonal Communication
COM 2260 Small Group Communication OR
COM 3200 Persuasion
COM 2270 Intercultural Communication
COM 3210 Organizational Communication
COM 3900 Special Topics in Communication
COM 4550 Communication Research
COM 4500 Communication Law and Ethics OR
COM 4999 Speech and Mass Communication Theory
COM 4900 Senior Project
C. Bachelor of Science Degree Requirements 12 hours
D. Electives 32 hours
E. Total 124 hours

Florida Southern College reserves the right to revise fee schedules.

2022-2023

Base Required Fees Cost
Tuition Per Credit Hour $330
Technology fee per semester is based on credit hours enrolled $30 to $120

*Tuition will be billed prior to the beginning of each semester based on credit hours. Tuition must be paid by the first day of class.