The art of the message: Online bachelor’s communications degree completion.
Effective communications are a critically important, and ever-changing, part of virtually every industry and career path imaginable. From media studies and public relations to specializing in intercultural and international communications that bring disparate cultures together, our partner schools offer a range of programs that will equip you to deftly deliver smart, relevant messaging time and time again.
Business, Communications, Liberal Arts / Social Sciences
Overview:
Prepare for political engagement and leadership. Study American politics, Virginia state and local politics, public law, or comparative politics and international relations.
Careers
Correspondent, Elected Official, Legislator, Media Analyst, Political Scientist, Public Document Analyst, Reporter, Researcher
Professional Writing (Interdisciplinary Studies) (BS)
Old Dominion University | Bachelors
Fields
Business, Communications
Overview:
Organizations need people who can communicate effectively. Expand your management skills to prepare for promotion with this interdisciplinary degree. Be ready to excel in any professional business environment with coursework in technical writing, business, communication, and human resources. You'll gain a foundation that includes technical and organizational communication skills, promotes composition skills, and provides a basic understanding and skill level in management, marketing and public relations
Careers
Copywriter, Editor, Grant Writer, Media Planner, Public Relations Writer, Technical Communication Editor, Technical Writer
Understanding the fundamentals of psychology is valuable in every career, from management to human resources to education. ODU's program in Psychology gives you a broad general education that will help you gain the skills to refine your analytical thinking and improve interpersonal interactions. Beginning with core courses in psychology, quantitative methods and experimental design, you'll be encouraged to pursue a broad study of psychology, particularly when planning for advanced study in the field. If you're interested in clinical or industrial/organizational psychology, ODU has specific courses to meet your needs
Careers
Human Resources Specialist, Professional Communicator, Psychiatric Assistant, Public Relations Specialist, Recreational Therapist
Training Specialist (Occupational and Technical Studies) (BS)
Old Dominion University | Bachelors
Fields
Business, Communications
Overview:
Become a training specialist and work with subject matter experts to build training curriculum in virtually any type of work setting. The course work in this program is based on the latest research by the Association for Talent Development (formerly ASTD). That means you'll integrate technical course work with training in business and supervisory skills to become a generalist who is competent in assessing problems and proposing training solutions to improve productivity related to the workforce
Careers
Advisor, Curriculum Developer, Curriculum Writer, Instructional Designer, Instructor, Program Developer, Program Evaluator, Training Coordinator