Communication Studies: Graduate Programs

The Department of Communication Studies serves both seasoned communication professionals, who want to enhance their careers, and new college graduates, who need an edge in the current job market.

The Master of Arts in Communication and Master of Science in Management Communication combine theory with real-world experience, so that students learn the fundamental dynamics of language, messages, and human communication. Students learn to critically analyze situations and options rather than relying on gut instinct when making communication decisions.

Graduates of the program have achieved interesting and demanding careers in professions ranging from technical writers to community activists, from university professors to speech writers, from communication managers to public relations specialists.

Small classes, individual attention, rigorous standards, and communication-savvy faculty members in the energetic city of Portland result in a quality and exciting graduate communication program.