Online
Program Available
Bachelor's
Program Type
Total Credits
120
Affordability
Private School Education At State School Prices
Why Study Organizational Communication?
An organizational communication degree focuses on understanding people, an essential skill for success in any business or organization. Students learn to design effective messages, communicate ethically, and work well with diverse teams to improve both internal and external communication. The program emphasizes teamwork, critical thinking, and using communication to influence relationships and public discourse. The Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Communication prepares students to thrive in a wide range of settings, from large corporations to nonprofits and small businesses.
What You’ll Learn
- The organizational communication degree explores the foundations of effective interpersonal communication, helping students reduce barriers, build confidence, and develop supportive behaviors in personal and professional relationships. These skills are crucial for maintaining healthy communication within teams and across departments.
- You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of leadership and group dynamics, including the impact of culture and gender on communication, ethical leadership practices, and the role of servant leadership in driving change. Through self-assessment and applied exercises, students begin developing their own leadership style and voice.
- In the communication studies program, you will examine the communication dynamics of interviews from both the interviewer and interviewee perspectives, learning to apply strategies ethically in contexts such as hiring, journalism, healthcare, and academic research. Emphasis is placed on communication variables, question design, and managing interview environments.
- Courses in intercultural and organizational communication will teach you how to navigate and communicate effectively across cultural boundaries, both interpersonally and within global organizations. You’ll be able to practice applying these principles to real-world situations, strengthening your ability to lead in diverse settings.
- You’ll analyze real-world organizational communication cases and design leadership strategies based on theory and practical application. This hands-on experience culminates in developing tailored leadership plans, preparing you to respond effectively to complex workplace challenges.
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Tuition & Fees
Park University offers a transparent and student-focused approach to tuition and financial aid. Our tuition structure is designed to be competitive and manageable, and our financial aid counselors are available to guide you through every step of the process. From understanding your cost breakdown to exploring funding options, we ensure that financial planning is clear, personalized, and aligned with your educational journey.
Admission Requirements
Ready to take the next step in your education? Park University welcomes applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent who meet our undergraduate admission standards. Bachelor’s degrees require 120 credit hours, including coursework tailored to your major and core academic skills. To graduate, you’ll need to maintain a 2.0 GPA in your major and complete at least 30 credit hours at Park to meet the residency requirements, 15 of which must be earned in the major core. Whether you’re starting fresh or transferring in, we’re here to help you build a strong foundation for your future.
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Organizational Communication Career & Future Opportunities
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*General salary and employment outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience, education and opportunities for employment that are outside of Park University’s Control. The labor market and average salary range can be explored further at the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics.
FAQs: Organizational Communication, B.A.
Organizational communication focuses on how people interact within professional settings, covering topics like conflict management, interpersonal communication, and organizational leadership. Unlike general communication studies, this degree emphasizes workplace dynamics, including email strategy, public speaking, and mediation, preparing students for roles in human resources, corporate training, and internal communications.
Graduates of Park’s organizational communication program pursue careers in human resources, corporate communications, training and development, and public relations. The curriculum builds skills in conflict resolution, team collaboration, and strategic messaging, which are essential for jobs in organizational communication and leadership roles in both nonprofit and corporate environments.
Yes, students engage in applied projects such as campaign planning, communication audits, and group facilitation exercises. These experiences simulate workplace scenarios and help students build confidence in organizational communication theory, interpersonal dynamics, and professional writing, preparing them for graduate study or immediate employment.
Students in Park’s organizational communication degree build practical skills in interpersonal communication, conflict resolution, public speaking, and professional writing. The curriculum emphasizes real-world workplace scenarios, helping students become effective communicators in roles such as HR specialist, team leader, or corporate trainer.
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