Part-Time Curriculum

This course introduces students to the theory and practice of political communication by exploring the intersections of media and democracy. Students will consider the social, ethical, and historical implications of political communication.

A multimedia production course that is focused on delivering to students the tools and skills necessary to produce and manage digital content in the contemporary communications environment. The primary focus of this course is the production of video-based stories and projects. Students will develop, write, shoot, and edit productions in HD video. Projects will include both the construction of original stories and the coverage of live events. In this course, students will learn lighting, sound, cinematography, and editing as they engage with the world of digital communications.

Students will participate in the creative process while developing needed technical skills. Students will learn how to create sophisticated and effective media materials using digital tools such as Adobe InDesign and web design platforms.

This course focuses on issues of identity and culture and the important roles they play in the fields of strategic communication, public relations, and political communications.

Social media has altered how we communicate with each other on the individual and cultural level. This course explores the micro and macro impact of social media on health, identity, consumerism, and democracy.

Faculty-supervised external placement with professional media outlet or communications company in student's area of interest.

The Power of the Image: The objectives of this course are to help the student develop the photographic skills and insights necessary to create powerful images. The goal of the class is to prepare the student to work in the professional world of photography. Emphasis will be placed on making strong visual images and developing a photo essay. This process will encompass everything from preparation and research to the actual photography and the importance of editing. Abode software will be the post-production tools used in this class. In addition, discussions will examine the business of photography; the changing digital world; magazine work, and publishing. Students will also be encouraged to create a portfolio that will help them to work within the field.

This course is an introduction to multimedia technologies for communication, taking a hands-on approach to utilizing and exploring communication technologies. Students will learn how to create sophisticated and effective media materials using digital tools such as Photoshop and Illustrator.

CM 503 examines ethical issues in strategic communication through the use of guidelines established by the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) and the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). Students will become familiar with ethical foundations and perspectives and apply those principles using case studies..

An advanced course in media production. Topics are chosen based on the interests of the MACOMM cohort and in response to changes in the communication and media environment. Course title is shown on the student's transcript.

This course introduces students to fundamental concepts in branding for strategic communication along with the theory and practice of effective visual communication.

Students will produce a live televised forum. Students are responsible for every aspect of this live event including research, format, and multimedia production.

CM 660 introduces students to the key concepts of crisis communication. Students will develop an understanding of best practices through an analysis of crisis case studies.

CM 626 is a culminating experience for SCPR graduate students, involving guided independent assignments focused on career preparation and the creation of a digital portfolio.

An advanced course tailored to students' areas of interest in the communication field. The focus of the class is on acquiring skill sets specific to students' career interests and the latest developments within the industry.

Students will participate in the creative process while developing needed technical skills. Students will learn how to create sophisticated and effective media materials using digital tools such as Adobe InDesign and web design platforms.

This course focuses on issues of identity and culture and the important roles they play in the fields of strategic communication, public relations, and political communications.

Social media has altered how we communicate with each other on the individual and cultural level. This course explores the micro and macro impact of social media on health, identity, consumerism, and democracy.

Faculty-supervised external placement with professional media outlet or communications company in student's area of interest.

This course introduces students to the theory and practice of political communication by exploring the intersections of media and democracy. Students will consider the social, ethical, and historical implications of political communication.

A multimedia production course that is focused on delivering to students the tools and skills necessary to produce and manage digital content in the contemporary communications environment. The primary focus of this course is the production of video-based stories and projects. Students will develop, write, shoot, and edit productions in HD video. Projects will include both the construction of original stories and the coverage of live events. In this course, students will learn lighting, sound, cinematography, and editing as they engage with the world of digital communications.

CM 503 examines ethical issues in strategic communication through the use of guidelines established by the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) and the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). Students will become familiar with ethical foundations and perspectives and apply those principles using case studies..

An advanced course in media production. Topics are chosen based on the interests of the MACOMM cohort and in response to changes in the communication and media environment. Course title is shown on the student's transcript.

This course introduces students to fundamental concepts in branding for strategic communication along with the theory and practice of effective visual communication.

Students will produce a live televised forum. Students are responsible for every aspect of this live event including research, format, and multimedia production.

CM 660 introduces students to the key concepts of crisis communication. Students will develop an understanding of best practices through an analysis of crisis case studies.

CM 626 is a culminating experience for SCPR graduate students, involving guided independent assignments focused on career preparation and the creation of a digital portfolio.

An advanced course tailored to students' areas of interest in the communication field. The focus of the class is on acquiring skill sets specific to students' career interests and the latest developments within the industry.

The Power of the Image: The objectives of this course are to help the student develop the photographic skills and insights necessary to create powerful images. The goal of the class is to prepare the student to work in the professional world of photography. Emphasis will be placed on making strong visual images and developing a photo essay. This process will encompass everything from preparation and research to the actual photography and the importance of editing. Abode software will be the post-production tools used in this class. In addition, discussions will examine the business of photography; the changing digital world; magazine work, and publishing. Students will also be encouraged to create a portfolio that will help them to work within the field.

This course is an introduction to multimedia technologies for communication, taking a hands-on approach to utilizing and exploring communication technologies. Students will learn how to create sophisticated and effective media materials using digital tools such as Photoshop and Illustrator.