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Master of Arts in Business Communication in Leadership and Influence

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Become the leader you were meant to be.  Today’s headlines are filled with news of corporate scandals, fiscal mismanagement and executive greed at the expense of the company, employee and shareholders.  Public awareness of corporate abuse has renewed interest in the role of a leader and the power of influence within an organization, especially in our global economy.  This degree program was designed to give business leaders (or those aspiring to positions of power) a strong foundation in the principles of strong leadership and stewardship and arm them with the most effective strategies to resolve conflict and affect positive change.

Candidates who complete this program:

  • Develop an inclusive frame of reference that enables you to make sense of the dynamic complexity of global business
  • Create strategies for organizational change
  • Develop methods for managing conflicts
  • Employ quantitative and qualitative decision-making tools
  • Develop foundational business communication knowledge and skills through the core courses

Who should enroll:

If you need to step up your management skills and master the latest techniques for powerful, positive leadership, this program is perfect for you.  Students include business leaders and those seeking positions of leadership.  Whether your field is human resources, law, business, supply chain management, health care, or technology, the practical knowledge gained here will empower you with the ability to lead positively and ethically. 

HOW TO APPLY:
Your course sequence will be determined in cooperation with your academic advisor.
CURRICULUM
1 Orientation Course - no costNo Credit
7 Communication and Leadership Courses21 Credits
4 Specialization Courses12 Credits
1 Capstone Course3 Credits
TOTAL Required for Graduation
36 Credit Hours
1 Orientation Course - no costNo Credit
JIU 101Successful Online Learning
7 Communication and Leadership Courses21 Credits
BC 500Action Research for Business Solutions
BC 532Directing Corporate Communication
BC 541Managing High-performance Teams
BC 563Enterprise Innovation & Technology
BC 611Leading with Integrity
BC 628Designing High-impact Presentations
ETH 501Making Ethical Management Decisions
4 Specialization Courses12 Credits
BC 607Leading from a Global Perspective
BC 612Influence Strategies for Organizational Change
MBA 561Conflict Management
MBA 562Judgment and Decision Making
1 Capstone Course3 Credits
BC 681Capstone Experience

Transfer Credit for Applicable Courses