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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.

Course Delivery: 100% Online

Total Credits: 18

In-State Tuition Per Credit: $308.02

Out-of-State Tuition Per Credit: $462.03

Cost of attendance may vary by campus. View the total cost calculator

Degree 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:
  • A 2.0 GPA or above if you are currently a student at IUPUI or any of the IU system schools
To apply to this program: 
  • Complete an application for admission
  • Submit high school transcript or equivalent (applicants with fewer than 26 credit hours)  
  • International applicants may be asked for additional materials

 

Priority Application Deadlines:

Fall semester (first-year freshmen): May 1

Fall semester (non–first-year students): Jun 1

Spring semester: Dec 1

Summer session I: Mar 15

Summer session II: 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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