Communication Is Key
In an increasingly global marketplace, business communication is more important than ever. The Bachelor's Degree in Communications with a Specialization in Business Communications from DeVry emphasizes internal and external communication for companies, media, nonprofits and government entities. Our online and hybrid Business Communication Specialization will help you hone your skills in professional speaking, writing and research.
Get to Know Our Bachelor’s Degree with a Specialization in Business Communications
The Bachelor’s Degree with a Specialization in Business Communications covers a variety of functions related to an organization’s internal and external communications. You can gain skills in areas such as public relations, journalism and technical writing as you learn to communicate with confidence, clarity and credibility. You can enhance your abilities in such areas as researching and conducting interviews for written pieces, developing written and verbal communications, creating public presentations and providing management support.
Classes Start Every 8 Weeks
Earn your Bachelor's Degree in Communications with Business Communication Specialization in as little as 2 years + 8 months*—or even more quickly with qualifying transfer credits.
*Not including breaks. Assumes year-round, full-time enrollment.
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What You'll Learn
The Business Communications Specialization covers the following:
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Production
Study media types, delivery techniques and methods This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, electronic and visual media. -
Writing
Prepare effective and appropriate written communication. -
Sales and Marketing
Gain knowledge of principles and methods for promoting and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration and sales. -
Active Learning
Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem solving and decision making.
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Training
Select and use appropriate or instructional methods and procedures when training others. -
Complex Problem Solving
Apply critical and analytical thinking to identify complex problems, evaluate options and implement solutions. -
Organization
Organize material and complete writing assignments according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style and terminology. -
Critical Thinking
Learn how to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Your Financial Aid Options
Learn about scholarships, grants and loans that can help make your tuition more affordable.
Career Opportunities
Graduates with our Business Communications Specialization may consider careers such as:
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Advertising Copywriter
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Crisis and Emergency Communications Specialist
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Corporate Communications Specialist
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Employee Relations Manager
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Freelance Journalist
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Marketing Communications Specialist
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Media Relations Coordinator
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Training and Employee Development Manager
Learn more about Careers in Communication
Core Degree Courses
Business Communications
| BUSN412 | Business Policy |
| MGMT303 | Principles of Management |
| MGMT330 | Business Communication |
| PSYC315 | Social Psychology |
| SOCS335 | Workplace Culture and Communication |
| SOCS350 | Cultural Diversity in the Professions |
| TC220 | Rhetorical Strategies for Technical Communication |
| TC420 | Marketing and Corporate Communications |
Senior Project
| COMM491 | Senior Project I |
| COMM492 | Senior Project II |
General Degree Courses
Communication Skills
| ENGL112 | Composition |
| ENGL135 | Advanced Composition |
| ENGL216 | Technical Writing |
One of:
| SPCH275 | Public Speaking |
| SPCH276 | Intercultural Communication |
Humanities1
| HIST405 | United States History |
| LAS432 | Technology, Society, and Culture |
One of:
| ETHC334 | Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace |
| ETHC445 | Principles of Ethics |
One of:
| HUMN303 | Introduction to the Humanities |
| HUMN304 | Multi-Ethnic Humanities |
Social Sciences
| LAWS310 | The Legal Environment |
| POLI3302 | Political Science |
| PSYC305 | Motivation and Leadership |
| SOCS185 | Culture and Society |
One of:
| SOCS325 | Environmental Sociology |
| SOCS350 | Cultural Diversity in the Professions |
Mathematics and Natural Sciences
| BIOS105 | Fundamentals of Human Anatomy and Physiology |
| MATH114 | Algebra for College Students |
| MATH221 | Statistics for Decision-Making |
| SCI228 | Nutrition, Health and Wellness with Lab |
| SUST210 | Renewable Energy: Science, Technology and Management |
Applied Technologies
| BIS155 | Data Analysis with Spreadsheets with Lab |
| BIAM110 | Introduction to Business Analytics |
Personal and Professional Development
| CARD405 | Career Development |
| COLL148 | Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving |
Business
| BIS245 | Database Essentials for Business with Lab |
| BUSN115 | Introduction to Business and Technology |
| BUSN319 | Marketing |
| COMP100 | Computer Applications for Business with Lab |
| ECON312 | Principles of Economics |
| MGMT404 | Project Management |
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1Students enrolled at a Pennsylvania location must take HUMN451 as part of this requirement.
2Students enrolled at a Nevada location must take POLI332 in lieu of this course.
All students enrolled in site-based programs will be required to take some coursework online and, for some programs and locations, a substantial portion of the program may be required to be completed online.
