Organizational Communication, Minor

Minor in Organizational Communication (C60101M)

Students who minor in Organizational Communication learn about for-profit corporations and non-profit service groups by examining the communication that occurs both within and between these types of organizations. Like other Communication minors, 18 credits are required.

Program Contact
Dr. Mary Triece
mtriece@uakron.edu
330-972-6222

The following information has official approval of The School of Communication and The Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences, but is intended only as a guide. Completion of this minor is contingent upon many factors, including but not limited to: class availability, total number of required credits, work schedule, finances, family, course drops/withdrawals, successfully passing courses, prerequisites, among others.

The following courses constitute a “Minor in Communication - Organizational Communication” and must be completed with a minimum grade point average of 2.0 overall for the minor to be noted on the student’s record. A minor in Communication - Organizational Communication may only be awarded at the time a student receives a Baccalaureate degree. Please refer to the University Requirements for Minor Areas of Study for specific graduation information regarding minors.

Summary

Required Courses9
Electives9
Total Hours18

Required Courses

COMM 101Introduction to Communication3
COMM 435Organizational Communication3
COMM 436Analyzing Organizational Communication3
Total Hours9

Electives

Select 9 credits of the following (at least 6 must be 300/400 level):9
Interpersonal Communication
Communication Theory
Intercultural Communication
Small Group Communication
Advanced Presentational Communication
Training Methods in Communication
Communication & Conflict
Special Topics in Communication 1
Total Hours9
1

Prior to enrolling in COMM 450 Special Topics in Communication, approval must be given by School Director.