Program Description

Organizational Communication professionals study the role of communication in increasing corporate productivity and employee satisfaction. KSU is the only Georgia institution offering an undergraduate concentration in Organizational Communication. Organizational Communication students learn the skills they need to develop employee training programs, training manuals, and employee handbooks. Students also conduct communication audits at area companies to measure employee satisfaction with company communication practices. Students often intern in corporate human resources or training and development departments.

The Organizational and Professional Communication major requires 18 credit hours of lower division course work (1000-2000 level) comprising various offerings, both inside and outside of the communication discipline, which serve as important groundwork leading to advanced studies. Lower division offerings include basic courses in communication research, visual communication, public speaking, writing, organizational communication careers, and an introductory course in organizational communication.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to: 

1. Demonstrate how theory informs the application of skills in intercultural and interpersonal communication, team communication, and leadership communication.
2. Demonstrate culturally proficient communication in writing, speaking, and research appropriate for diverse audiences and different organizations.
3. Conduct an effective needs assessment and training program design and delivery.
4. Participate in an internship or other high-impact experience that prepares students for a full-time career.
5. Prepare an e-portfolio of professional quality materials for internship and job placement.
6. Demonstrate intercultural communication skills that are essential to effectively working in a global business environment.

 This program is a part of the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences .

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Admissions, Enrollment, and Graduation Criteria

Admissions Criteria

Admission to this program is open to all students who meet Kennesaw State University’s general admission standards. Visit the Admissions  section of the Catalog for more details.

Enrollment Criteria

This program does not have specific enrollment requirements. 

Graduation Criteria

Each student is expected to meet the requirements outlined in Academic Policy 5.0 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS & GRADUATION .

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Program Course Requirements