B.A. Applied Communication

Major Minor Concentration

Applied CommunicationFeatured Courses

As a student in the applied communication major at Concordia Nebraska, you’ll have the opportunity to take specialized courses related to various aspects of the applied communication profession. These classes, designed to equip you for leadership and service in various applied communication careers, are taught by some of our esteemed faculty who have extensive experience in their fields.

ENG 101
Foundations in Writing 3 credits
This course focuses on helping students develop foundational approaches and processes for writing. Students will learn basic techniques for generating ideas; giving and receiving feedback; adapting rhetorical strategies for audience and context; revising; and editing. Special attention will be given to discussing the origins and application of English language conventions and developing effective revising and editing techniques. This course is required as a prerequisite for ENG 102 for students who score below 18 on the English portion of the ACT or below 435 on the verbal portion of the SAT
CTA 306
Interpersonal Communication 3 credits
In-depth work and analysis of communication. Topics include relationship development and maintenance strategies, nonverbal communication in relationships, conflict resolution and impression management strategies.
CTA 211
Public Speaking 3 credits
Students develop fundamental skills in the art of public speaking through the preparation and presentation of speeches designed for a variety of occasions, audiences, and situations. Skills of organization, delivery, and speech criticism developed.
CTA 333
Intercultural Communication 3 credits
The study of cultural practices that influence the exchange of meaning between individuals and groups of differing cultural/racial backgrounds. The course is designed to provide students with a theoretical and practical understanding of the uniqueness of cultures, the resulting variations in communication styles and preferences, and to provide strategies and skills for successful communication across cultures.

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Applied CommunicationSample Schedule of Courses

The following sample course of study is an example of the sequence of courses you might take in order to receive your degree. Please plan to discuss your actual course of study with your advisor, who can help you stay on track to meet your academic and professional goals.

Semester 1
ENG 101
Foundations in Writing 3 cr.
GED ED
General Education 12 cr.
15 Total Credits
Semester 2
GED ED
General Education 15 cr.
15 Total Credits
Semester 3
CTA 241
Media Literacy 3 cr.
CTA 306
Interpersonal Communication 3 cr.
GED ED
General Education 6 cr.
12 Total Credits
Semester 4
CTA 203
Communication Theory 3 cr.
CTA 211
Public Speaking 3 cr.
GED ED
General Education 6 cr.
12 Total Credits
Semester 5
CTA 302
Rhetorical Theory 3 cr.
CTA 309
Small Group Theory for Teams and Leadership 3 cr.
GED ED
General Education 6 cr.
12 Total Credits
Semester 6
CTA 333
Intercultural Communication 3 cr.
GED ED
General Education 9 cr.
12 Total Credits
Semester 7
CTA 300
Placement Seminar 1 cr.
CTA 400
Communication Research 3 cr.
GED ED
General Education 8 cr.
12 Total Credits
Semester 8
CTA 399
Independent Study 3 cr.
GED ED
General Education 11 cr.
14 Total Credits
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Applied Communication Faculty

As experts in Applied Communication, our faculty and instructors bring years of experience to the classroom.

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