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Learn to craft meaningful messages as you discover the tremendous impact of words.

Learn the skills needed to communicate effectively with a minor in Communication. Gain a broad range of communication skills, and be prepared for both citizenship and your future career.

Program type:
Minor
Format:
On Campus or Online
Est. time to complete:
1-2 years
Credit hours:
21

Why add a minor in communication?

Effective communication skills are fundamental to any human endeavor, and they're essential for practically any career. Whether your interests focus on advertising and public relations, social media or another emerging medium, a minor in Communication from UND will set you apart.

You can customize your program with an area of focus such as:

  • Strategic Communication
  • Digital Journalism
  • Advertising
  • Public Relations
  • Social Media Strategy
  • Digital Analytics

Communication Program at UND

  • The UND online communication degree can be 100% online or in a hybrid format.

  • Gain intercultural experience by studying abroad or earning a specialization in international communication.

  • Intern at a news agency, broadcast company, advertising firm or beyond.

  • Integrate media and content to communicate persuasively to specific audiences.

  • Communicate with classmates through digital tools, sharing ideas and presenting information.

  • All Communication majors must fulfill an experiential requirement. Most do so through internship.

Communication Careers

94%

UND Communication graduates employed or pursuing graduate degrees

44K

Average annual salary for UND Communication graduates

A Communication degree gives you the strategic communication skills you need for just about any career, including:

  • Advertising
  • Public relations
  • Brand management
  • Print and digital journalism
  • Broadcasting
  • Social media
  • Fundraising
  • Politics
  • Video production

Communication Courses You Could Take 

COMM 345. Social Media Strategy. 3 Credits.

This course focuses on scholarly and commercial aspects of social media strategy as a Communicative practice. In particular, course topics include a variety of social media driven outcomes including social activism, constituent engagement, outreach and advocacy, reputation management, analytics and optimization, and enhancing the quality and impact of message transmission in the social online environment. S.

COMM 310. Media and Diversity. 3 Credits.

Study of minority status within mass media organizations and in media content from historical, contemporary and speculative points of view. F.

COMM 339. Digital Video Production. 3 Credits.

This course offers an introduction to the theory and practice of modern digital video production utilizing a variety of production software techniques, industry best practices, and online/mobile technologies. F,S.

COMM 206. Digital Communication: Fundamentals. 3 Credits.

An introduction to the theory and practice of digital communication for print, online and mobile media. Course emphasis is on a holistic approach to digital design including both theoretical knowledge and software expertise. Course involves creating a series of portfolio-ready digital artifacts. F.

COMM 212. Interpersonal Communication. 3 Credits.

Introduces fundamental concepts of communication between individuals. Explores aspects of self expression and relationship communication. To give insights into the dynamics of interpersonal communication. To aid in the understanding of how people present themselves to other people, and how others perceive them in return. F,S,SS.

COMM 200. Writing for New and Traditional Media. 3 Credits.

Introduction to the various styles and forms required to effectively write content for existing and emerging media platforms, including the fundamentals of public relations, advertising, and reporting. F,S,SS.

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