Communication Studies Transfer Pathway, AA

Program Requirements

Program Information

General Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates

See Century College Policy 3.17.0.1

Program Note

None

Transfer, Articulation Agreements, and Partnerships

This transfer pathway degree is designed to transfer to the following Minnesota State university designated baccalaureate degree majors. This information is subject to change. Refer to the Century College program webpage, AA degrees and the MnTC, transfer university websites, and Transferology for current information. Contact your Century academic advisor/counselor for more details and assistance.

Bemidji State University:

Does not currently offer a baccalaureate degree in Communication Studies

Metropolitan State University:

• Professional Communication, BS

Minnesota State University, Mankato:

• Communication Studies, BS

Minnesota State University, Moorhead:

• Communication Studies, BA

Southwest Minnesota State University:

• Communication Studies, BA
• Communication Studies, BA (Public Relations Emphasis)

St. Cloud State University:

• Communication Studies, BA
• Communication Studies Interdeparmental, BS
• Communication Studies Supplementary, BA

Winona State University:

• Communication Studies, BA (General Leadership and Advocacy, Organizational)

*There are additional communication-related programs for which this pathway is not designed.  If students are interested in a major not listed above, they are encouraged to contact the University directly to discuss transferring to that program.

Program Learning Outcomes

At the end of this program students will be able to:

1. Utilize appropriate research strategies to discover and ethically integrate supporting materials from diverse sources and points of view.
2. Demonstrate the ability to listen, analyze, and provide feedback on public discourse.
3. Analyze the role of verbal and nonverbal communication in various interpersonal episodes and diverse contexts.
4. Develop skill sets in managing active listening, perception, disclosure, and conflict.
5. Develop skill sets in applying principles and practices of small group communication.
6. Manage the interpersonal dynamics of small group communication.
7. Explore how cultural identity shapes, and is shaped by, communication.
8. Compare/contrast patterns of thought, value, belief, and behavior (verbal and nonverbal) exhibited in different cultures.

Program Contact Information

Robert Jersak 651.747.4038  Room 1121 West
Amanda Olson 651.779.3939 Room 1109 West

Sample Plan

Please note that this is a sample course sequence. Individual schedules will vary depending upon student needs, goals, and availability. Students are recommended to meet with their advisor, counselor, or faculty program instructors to create an individualized plan that includes prerequisites and application requirements. For detailed program information see the Century College website. This information is subject to change.

Note

This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on century.edu

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