Data and Communication, Certificate
Data driven decisions, data-based strategies, and digital storytelling are essential skills for communication professionals. This certificate combines courses from the School of Journalism and Mass Communication with the School of Information Science. This flexible online program was created for professionals who want to update their skills.
Certificate Requirements (12 hours)
Core Courses (9 hours)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ISCI 709 | Fundamentals of Data and Digital Communications | 3 |
| or JOUR 709 | Fundamentals of Data and Digital Communications | |
| JOUR 705 | Strategic Communications Principles | 3 |
| Data-Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Knowledge Discovery Techniques | ||
| Data Visualization | ||
Other approved courses | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 9 | |
Elective (3 hours)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select one 3-credit elective (must be approved by an advisor) | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 3 | |