Corporate and Organizational Communication

Overview

Incorporating the case method, research into the latest communication trends, interactive learning formats, and experiential learning opportunities, this Corporate and Organizational Communication program from Northeastern University addresses complex communication challenges—providing students with a distinct advantage in today’s competitive marketplace. The curriculum also reflects the transformational impact of social technologies on the communication patterns of employees, customers, investors, and other audiences. Your instructors have real-world communication experience in the private and nonprofit sectors—they have practiced what they teach.

Unique Features

• Six concentrations that align with in-demand skills needed in this profession
• A variety of experiential learning opportunities, from co-ops to consulting projects, and a capstone project for professionals
• Transfer credit is offered for up to 20% of total tuition if you have an APR, CMP, SCMP, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or HubSpot Academy certification
• Design an ePortfolio to create a personal and professional brand and synthesize learning across the curriculum
• Faculty bring real-world experience to the in-person and online classroom

Career Outlook

According to the Burning Glass Labor Insight database, the value of a graduate degree in organizational communication is very clear: 37% of hiring employers prefer or require candidates for many communication roles to have a graduate degree. Additionally, there are over 345,000 open job listings related to corporate and organizational communications.