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Organizational Communication, B.A.

Online and On-Campus w/Online Courses

Program Available

Bachelor's

Program Type

Total Credits

120

Affordability

Private School Education At State School Prices

Why Study Organizational Communication?

An organizational communication degree focuses on understanding people, an essential skill for success in any business or organization. Students learn to design effective messages, communicate ethically, and work well with diverse teams to improve both internal and external communication. The program emphasizes teamwork, critical thinking, and using communication to influence relationships and public discourse. The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Communication prepares students to thrive in a wide range of settings, from large corporations to nonprofits and small businesses.

What You’ll Learn

  • The organizational communication degree explores the foundations of effective interpersonal communication, helping students reduce barriers, build confidence, and develop supportive behaviors in personal and professional relationships. These skills are crucial for maintaining healthy communication within teams and across departments.
  • You鈥檒l gain an in-depth understanding of leadership and group dynamics, including the impact of culture and gender on communication, ethical leadership practices, and the role of servant leadership in driving change. Through self-assessment and applied exercises, students begin developing their own leadership style and voice.
  • In the communication studies program, you will examine the communication dynamics of interviews from both the interviewer and interviewee perspectives, learning to apply strategies ethically in contexts such as hiring, journalism, healthcare, and academic research. Emphasis is placed on communication variables, question design, and managing interview environments.
  • Courses in intercultural and organizational communication will teach you how to navigate and communicate effectively across cultural boundaries, both interpersonally and within global organizations. You鈥檒l be able to practice applying these principles to real-world situations, strengthening your ability to lead in diverse settings.
  • You鈥檒l analyze real-world organizational communication cases and design leadership strategies based on theory and practical application. This hands-on experience culminates in developing tailored leadership plans, preparing you to respond effectively to complex workplace challenges.

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Lora Cohn

Dr. Lora Cohn


Associate Professor of Communication
lora.cohn@park.edu

Tuition & Fees

海角乱伦社区 offers a transparent and student-focused approach to tuition and financial aid. Our tuition structure is designed to be competitive and manageable, and our financial aid counselors are available to guide you through every step of the process. From understanding your cost breakdown to exploring funding options, we ensure that financial planning is clear, personalized, and aligned with your educational journey.

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Admission Requirements

Ready to take the next step in your education? 海角乱伦社区 welcomes applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent who meet our undergraduate admission standards. Bachelor鈥檚 degrees require 120 credit hours, including coursework tailored to your major and core academic skills. To graduate, you鈥檒l need to maintain a 2.0 GPA in your major and complete at least 30 credit hours at Park to meet the residency requirements, 15 of which must be earned in the major core.鈥疻hether you鈥檙e starting fresh or transferring in, we鈥檙e here to help you build a strong foundation for your future.

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Organizational Communication Career & Future Opportunities

Human Resources Manager

A human resources manager oversees recruitment, employee relations, training, and organizational policies to ensure a productive and compliant workplace. They use strong communication and leadership skills to resolve conflicts, support professional development, and align HR practices with company goals.

Public Relations Manager

A public relations manager plans and oversees communication strategies to shape and enhance the public image of their nonprofit organization. They manage media relations, craft press materials, and guide executives on effective public communication while supervising PR staff and campaigns.

Corporate Communications Manager

A corporate communications manager oversees an organization鈥檚 internal and external messaging to ensure consistent, clear, and strategic communication. They manage media relations, craft key messages, and coordinate communication across departments to support the company鈥檚 brand, reputation, and business goals.

Training and Development Manager

A training and development manager oversees all training initiatives within an organization, ensuring that employee learning and development programs align with overall business objectives. They assess training needs, manage budgets, lead a team of trainers or instructional designers, and evaluate program effectiveness to support workforce growth and performance improvement.

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*General salary and employment outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience, education and opportunities for employment that are outside of 海角乱伦社区鈥檚 Control. The labor market and average salary range can be explored further at the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics.

FAQs: Organizational Communication, B.A.

Organizational communication focuses on how people interact within professional settings, covering topics like conflict management, interpersonal communication, and organizational leadership. Unlike general communication studies, this degree emphasizes workplace dynamics, including email strategy, public speaking, and mediation, preparing students for roles in human resources, corporate training, and internal communications.

Graduates of Park鈥檚 organizational communication program pursue careers in human resources, corporate communications, training and development, and public relations. The curriculum builds skills in conflict resolution, team collaboration, and strategic messaging, which are essential for jobs in organizational communication and leadership roles in both nonprofit and corporate environments.

Yes, students engage in applied projects such as campaign planning, communication audits, and group facilitation exercises. These experiences simulate workplace scenarios and help students build confidence in organizational communication theory, interpersonal dynamics, and professional writing, preparing them for graduate study or immediate employment.

Students in Park鈥檚 organizational communication degree build practical skills in interpersonal communication, conflict resolution, public speaking, and professional writing. The curriculum emphasizes real-world workplace scenarios, helping students become effective communicators in roles such as HR specialist, team leader, or corporate trainer.

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