Overview

This online, flexible Communication and Leadership program from Washburn University is designed for professionals interested in a graduate degree for career advancement. Leadership, teamwork, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities are the attributes most desired by employers, and this curriculum addresses them all.

Advance your career

Good leaders must have the ability to communicate, and effective communication skills can make the difference between being a follower and a leader in the work place. This interdisciplinary program combines the best of skills, theory, and practical experiences in both fields to set the stage for graduates who succeed and are able to lead in myriad professional settings. Our faculty are enthusiastic teachers and past and current administrators who know the power of both skill sets and are committed to helping students develop in whatever professional environment they choose.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Self and Systems Leadership
Leadership and Resource Stewardship
Organizational Improvement and Innovation
Communication in Conflict and Negotiation
Public Policy and Global Leadership
Team Communication in Organizations
Persuasion

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Topeka, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies Leadership View 185 other Masters in Communication Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Hold a university credential that is equivalent to a US baccalaureate (bachelor’s) degree.
All Transcripts from non-US institutions must be evaluated by a recognized evaluation service (e.g. ECE or WES)

Students with at least a 3.5 undergraduate GPA can just fill in the application and submit transcripts and resume to be accepted
Students with a 3.0-3.49 undergraduate GPA must submit the application, transcripts, resume, and a writing sample from an undergraduate class.
Students with a 2.5-2.99 undergraduate GPA must submit the application, transcript, resume, a writing sample from an undergraduate class, and at least one recommendation as currently facilitated via CollegeNet.
Students with an undergraduate GPA below a 2.5 must submit the application, transcript, resume, a writing sample from an undergraduate course, and contact information for 3 persons who can provide a recommendation as currently facilitated via CollegeNet.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

14160 USD / year

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Out-of-State

14160 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

7560 USD / year

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Funding

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Overview

Advance your career

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Funding

Scholarships Information

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