Academics

Academic Degrees and Programs

Communication Leadership develops ethical leaders in the communications industry by offering an exceptional variety of classes, direct professional experiences, and a supportive network of students, faculty, and staff.

Each of our three STEM degree programs give students globally-relevant, leading edge skills to advance their careers.

Launch your career in marketing, content creation and media production. Our flagship degree focuses on innovation, storytelling and audience-centered approaches to digital media.

45 credits

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Build on your professional experience with hands-on leadership training and updated skills in communication technology, all within a connected learning community.

45 credits

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An expanded degree for those seeking a structured path to build robust digital media skills and applied experience in the changing communication industry.

60 credits

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Find The Right Degree For You

Compare our three degrees to determine the best track for your career goals and growth.

KEY DEGREE FEATURES
DEGREE OVERVIEW	Ideal for early to mid-career professionals focused on digital media and marketing communications.	For aspiring leaders and mid-career professionals to build skills in strategic and organizational communications.	Designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals interested in launching their career in communications.
CREDITS & DURATION	45 Credits Full-time in 15-18 months Part-time in 2-3 years	45 Credits Full-time in 15-18 months Part-time in 2-3 years	60 Credits Full-time in 2 years Part-time in 3-4 years
AREAS OF FOCUS	Marketing & Branding, Storytelling, Content Strategy & UX (User Experience)	Community & Leadership, Communication & Culture, Organizational Communication	Any Specialization from across program, year-long capstone project experience
POTENTIAL CAREERS	Product Marketer Brand Marketer UX Designer/Researcher Content Creator Video Producer	Communication Strategist Community Manager PR Specialist Internal Communications Outreach Manager	Content Strategist Marketing Manager Communications Director Product Marketer Community Manager
SAMPLE CLASSES	Introduction to User Centered Design The Future of Marketing Foundations of Video Storytelling Storytelling for Emergent Platforms User Research & UX Strategies	Building Online Communities Communication for Advocacy Leadership in Emergent Tech: Communications in the Age of AI Designing the Workplace of the Future	All classes in program open to MCCL students
FULL DEGREE DETAILS	See MCDM program details	See MCCN program details	See MCCL program details

Specializations

The curriculum focuses on professional communication, with classes developed by industry leaders and top researchers. Specializations in eight key areas distinguish Communication Leadership graduates in the workforce and prepare them to competitively advance their careers.