Interpersonal Communication BS
The Interpersonal Communication major exists to prepare students to be effective and empathetic in their personal and professional lives. The curriculum emphasizes the development of interpersonal communication skills, such as listening, empathy, trust, and conflict management that are critical to effective leadership and service.
Requirements
General Education — 51 hours
See the General Education Curriculum Section for the complete list of courses.
Major — 34 hours
| COM 2010 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| COM 2020 | Principles of Intercultural Communication | 2 |
| COM 2030 | Practicum in Intercultural Communication | 1 |
| COM 2810 | Small Group Communication | 3 |
| COM 3010 | Theories of Communication | 3 |
| COM 3340 | Language and Social Interaction | 3 |
| COM 3500 | Nonverbal Communication | 3 |
| COM 4000 | Advanced Public Speaking | 3 |
| COM 4060 | Social Influence | 3 |
| COM 4510 | Career Internship in Communication Studies | 1-3 |
| COM 4550 | Research Methods in Communication Studies | 3 |
| COM 4800 | Senior Project in Communication Studies | 1-2 |
| The remaining 3 hours should come from Communication Studies coursework. | 3 |
Additional Requirement — 2 hours
| ITI 1900 | Business Information Technology | 2 |
Minor (Student’s Choice) — 15-18 hours
General Electives — 15-18 hours
Total Credit Hours: 120