MBA/MA in Communication

This dual degree will prepare you to take a leadership role in public and media relations, advertising, crisis communication, risk communication, and organizational development.

Dual degree requirements

MBA courses are offered online and at the Carey Business School’s Washington, D.C. or Baltimore campuses. MA courses are offered in Washington, D.C. and online. Students may choose either the research track or strategic planning track for their MA in Communication. For the MBA, students can choose from eight specializations, but are not required to choose one.

MA in Communication

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MBA Business Foundations (20 credits)

• Accounting and Financial Reporting
• Business Analytics
• Business Communication*
• Corporate Finance
• Business Microeconomics
• Marketing Management
• Operations Management
• Statistical Analysis
• Strategic Management
• Leadership and Organizational Behavior

MBA Electives** (22 credits)

• City Lab
• Data Analytics
• Entrepreneurial Ventures
• Fixed Income
• Managing in a Diverse & Global World
• Marketing Strategy
• Social Media Analytics
• Wealth Management

MBA Specializations Offered

• Business analytics and risk management
• Digital marketing
• Entrepreneurial marketing
• Entrepreneurship, innovation and technology
• Financial management
• Health care management, innovation and technology
• Investments
• Public and private sector leadership

*Online sections of Business Communication also require students to attend an in-person residency at the Baltimore campus.  The residency for Business Communication is two days.

**Not a comprehensive list