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Indiana University Online

Human Communication in a Mediated World, Undergraduate Certificate

With the IU Online Undergraduate Certificate in Human Communication in a Mediated World, you’ll develop the ability to effectively facilitate human interactions outside of traditional face-to-face environments. You’ll explore altered communication methods and learn to respond to the challenges presented by a computer-connected world.

Program quick facts

Course Delivery

100% Online

Total Credits

18

Campuses Hosting

  • Indianapolis

Degree Type

Undergraduate Certificate

Certificate Overview

Your IU Online Graduate Certificate in Human Communication in a Mediated World prepares you to apply communication theory in organizational, interpersonal, persuasive, and mass-media communication contexts. Additionally, you’ll learn how to apply communication tools and build strategies to work in a wide range of careers.

You’ll graduate with an Indiana University certificate respected by employers worldwide—and you can work on yours anytime and anywhere. Plus, you’ll enjoy personalized support services throughout your academic journey.

 

To be accepted to this program, you must have:

  • Admissions requirements vary.

To apply to this program:

  • Complete application for admission. 
  • Submit official transcripts
  • International applicants may be asked for additional materials. 

Application Deadlines

Fall Semester: 
Priority first-year deadline: June 1
Priority transfer deadline: July 1

Spring Semester: 
Priority deadline: December 1

Summer Semester: 
Priority deadline: March 16

Summer session II
Priority deadline: May 1

Your IU Online Undergraduate Certificate in Human Communication in a Mediated World prepares you to work in business, government, education, the arts, and performance in such careers as:

  • Communications specialist 
  • Direct sales representative 
  • Administration support specialist 
  • Account manager 
  • Retail manager 
  • Human resource associate 
  • Recruiting specialist 

To earn the Undergraduate Certificate in Human Communication in a Mediated World, you must complete 18 credit hours.

Requirements are broken down as follows:

  • Human communication core course (3 credit hours) 
  • Communication elective courses (15 credit hours) 

Core Classes for the Undergraduate Certificate in Histotechnology
Course Number Course Name Credits
COMM-C 316 Human Communication and the Internet 3 Credits
COMM-C 180 Interpersonal Communication 3 Credits
COMM-C 228 Discussion and Group Method 3 Credits
COMM-C 325 Interviewing Principles and Practices 3 Credits
COMM-C 380 Organizational Communication 3 Credits
COMM-C 394 Conflict and Communication 3 Credits
COMM-C 395 Gender and Communication 3 Credits
COMM-C 482 Intercultural Communication 3 Credits
COMM-M 150 Media and Society 3 Credits
COMM-R 310 Rhetoric, Society, and Culture 3 Credits
COMM-R 321 Persuasion 3 Credits

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Program cost information

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Contact Student Financial Services at iuosfs@iu.edu for cost information.

Note: This program is not eligible for financial aid.

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