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Global Communication Certificate

Become an influential speaker who bridges the gap between cultures.

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OFFERED AS:

Certificate

CREDITS REQUIRED:

9

FORMAT:

In-Person

Step into the international spotlight and add our global communication certificate to your resume. This communication certificate from Kutztown University teaches you how to craft powerful messaging for international media spaces, bridging the gap between different cultures and audiences.

Our 9-credit, three-course program shows you how to navigate cultural boundaries and stay up to date with the latest global trends and technologies – all by understanding how people communicate on a global level.

Why Choose KU for a Global Communication Certificate

Whether you’re pursuing a career in international business, government service or public relations, having a global communication certificate like ours shows future employers that you can foster a space for understanding and collaboration.

And while we pride ourselves on offering an influential curriculum, here’s why students specifically choose KU for our communication courses:

  • Study on a vibrant, beautiful campus
  • Engage with a welcoming community of diverse individuals
  • Learn from our dedicated and renowned communication professors
  • Gain worldwide communication skills

Skills you will Gain with a Global Communication Certificate

KU’s Global Communication Certificate teaches you how to tailor your messaging to international audiences, design public diplomacy campaigns and communicate effectively across different cultures.

But let’s take a closer look at what you’ll be doing in your three communication courses:

Courses What You'll Learn Credits

COMM 315: International Communication

  • Explore the history and theory of international communication.
  • Critique media systems, entertainment content, infrastructures and audiences.
  • Engage with international news media and strategic cross-cultural media initiatives.

3

COMM 230: Global Public Relations & Public Diplomacy

  • Examine how organizations use public relations strategies.
  • Learn to engage with non-American audiences.
  • Evaluate and design public diplomacy campaigns.

3

COMM 213: Communication Between Cultures

  • Analyze the human communication process.
  • Compare communication across different cultures.
  • Examine how information is presented and processed between different cultures.

3

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