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Bachelors Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in Business Communications
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
Knowledge & Skills
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.
Career
Career Opportunities in Business Communications Specialization
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
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Careers in Communication
Program Courses
Business Communications Specialization Courses
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
SPCH275
Public Speaking
SPCH276
Intercultural Communication
Humanities1
HIST405
United States History
LAS432
Technology, Society, and Culture
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ETHC334
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace
ETHC445
Principles of Ethics
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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
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SOCS325
Environmental Sociology
SOCS350
Cultural Diversity in the Professions
Mathematics and Natural Sciences
BIOS105
Fundamentals of Human Anatomy and Physiology with Lab
MATH114
Algebra for College Students
MATH221
Statistics for Decision-Making
SCI214
Integrated Science with Lab
SCI228
Nutrition, Health and Wellness with Lab
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
2023 - 2024 Academic Catalog
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1 Students 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.
