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Master of Arts inCommunication

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Oral Roberts University’s Master of Arts in Communication is a 100% online program that can equip professionals to advance into technology-driven roles or managerial positions to lead teams and shape narratives and audience experiences, influence behavior, and manage cross-channel platforms.  

More than this, our commitment to educating your whole person—mind, body, and spirit—can truly set you apart across a wide array of disciplines including healthcare, government, ministry, nonprofit, brand management, content development, social media management, education, marketing, corporate communication and other fields of practice.

In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is continually reshaping the way we connect, communicate and consume information, ORU’s M.A. in Communiation offers essential knowledge and skills for navigating the complex world of communication management and stakeholder engagement.  
Students learn to develop and test creative, compelling messages, design captivating digital experiences and products, and build relationships with key stakeholders. With a focus on harnessing data, design and digital technologies, ORU M.A. in Communication graduates emerge as adaptive, strategic communicators capable of achieving desired outcomes for their organizations.

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WHAT WILL I TAKEAWAY FROM ORU’s M.A. in COMMUNICATION?

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  • Communication Management skills and advanced practice strategies for navigating complex, cross-team, and multi-channel programs. You’ll also assess program strategies based on ethical decision-making practices, those grounded in biblical principles and professional standards.
  • AI Tools and Technologies to enhance communication effectiveness and strategic advantage, along with the latest theories and best practices applied to your respective interest field or industry.
  • Campaign Planning and Deployment that showcases communication planning and content development strategies. The program includes real-world communication problems and projects where you’ll operationalize your professional skills and build your expertise. Campaigns will map strategies for internal and external audiences, improve your persuasive writing, and apply digital media and the newest AI interfaces to optimize campaigns.  
  • Whole Person Education a unique distinctive at ORU, aims to develop your mind, body, and spirit with a curriculum grounded in servant-leadership principles and ethical management practice. You’ll also be supported by a remarkable group of faculty, program counselors, industry executives, and a peer-student cohort to help you achieve more than you could plan or imagine to elevate your academic, emotional, personal, and professional success.

 

HOW WILL ORU’s MA in COMMUNICATION ADVANCE MY CAREER?

Our unique mission to develop Spirit-empowered leaders will allow you to stand out in a growing industry. Your degree will prepare you for positions such as: 
  • Marketing Communication Manager
  • Digital Development Director
  • Policy Communication Lead
  • Internal Communication Manager
  • Digital Campaign Manager
  • Social Media Entrepreneur
  • Brand Marketing Manager

 

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE ME TO GRADUATE?

This program is 30-credit hours. You could complete this degree in as little as 20 months when you enroll full-time. ORU Online considers full-time enrollment as taking one 3-credit hour course over a 7-week term. With two courses per semester, Fall, Spring, and Summer, students earn 18 credits a year to usually graduate in two years or less.

 

HOW MUCH DOES THIS PROGRAM COST?

Our affordable tuition means your finances go further. In addition, many students benefit from federal aid and our interest-free payment plan. To view your cost, click here

 

ANY OTHER REASONS TO COMPLETE MY DEGREE ONLINE WITH ORU?

  • You’ll graduate on time with a team of Success Coaches who’ll walk with you every step of the way.
  • You can begin classes ASAP with year-round terms and direct access to our friendly admissions team.
  • Fit classes into your schedule so you can balance work and family commitments.
  • Academic support with easy access to caring professors and helpful learning resources.
  • Access classes anytime and anywhere with our mobile-friendly and user-friendly online platform.
  • ORU Online is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and utilizes the same world-class curriculum as traditional courses.

Ask us about our introductory 7-day Graduate Orientation class that will jump-start your graduate studies. Experience what students around the world have gained earning a degree with ORU Online.

 

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Why ORU?

Oral Roberts University is one of the largest and most influential Christian universities in the world. We develop whole leaders for the whole world through a unique Whole Person education. Spirit-empowered leaders come to ORU, not to “stay” in their faith, but to GROW in faith.