Overview

Working closely with the M.A. Communication program directors from Duquesne University, students choose courses housed in any of the emphasis areas to develop a unique program of study designed to build particular skill sets and capabilities necessary for an ever-changing marketplace.

Developing competencies in a number of areas (including intercultural and interpersonal communication, organizational communication, argumentation, persuasion, event planning, etc.), this emphasis prepares students for careers in both the for-profit and non-profit industries, law, public policy, or business.

All coursework is delivered in traditional, hybrid, and distance learning formats.

Application requirements

Applicants for the Master of Arts in Communication with a concentration in Corporate Communication, Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC), Rhetoric & Philosophy of Communication, or Communication Studies, or one of the dual degree programs, must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. The undergraduate degree does not have to be in a communication-related field, but applicants are required to demonstrate a basic understanding and awareness of communication. If, in the judgment of the Admission Committee, you do not fulfill this prerequisite you may be asked to complete additional undergraduate work before beginning graduate studies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Professional Communication
Persuasion in the Marketplace
Argumentation
Presentational Communication Skills
Political Communication
Intercultural Communication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

An undergraduate Q.P.A. of 3.0/4.0 (official transcript required).
Successful performance on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) for M.A. in Rhetoric & Philosophy of Communication. Select institution code 2196 (Duquesne University), program code 4599 (Communication).
A writing sample prepared within a collegiate or business setting.
Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can evaluate academic and professional performance.
A statement of the applicant’s professional and career goals (not more than 500 words). This statement should identify the precise M.A. program to which the student is applying: M.A. in Communication (including the emphasis that the student is selecting); Online M.A. in Corporate Communication; or M.A. in Rhetoric & Philosophy of Communication.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

23985 USD / year

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Out-of-State

23985 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

23985 USD / year

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Living costs

Pittsburgh

United States

1148 - 1944 USD / month

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Living costs

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