Online Work and Communities
Increasingly, work assignments are completed by individuals or teams using technology across many locations, even different countries. In this concentration, you will explore the virtual work world of online communications and discover strategies to overcome distance challenges. You’ll be challenged to select the best computer-mediated communication tools and approaches to improve online collaboration capabilities. Deepen your understanding of Web 2.0 and its utility in social networks, special interest communities, volunteer efforts, and incentive systems.
Completion Requirements
- 181 total credit hours
- General education courses (45 cr.)
- Core courses (51 cr.)
- Concentration courses (15 cr.)
- Elective courses (65 cr.)
- Capstone course (5 cr.)
Estimated time to completion: 4.5 years, depending on individual progress and credits transferred. For a personalized estimate of your time to completion, call your enrollment advisor at 1-866-492-5336.
Students may be eligible to transfer up to 135 credits with at least 45 credits (including specific courses) completed at Walden.
Core Courses (51 cr.)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
| COMM 1005 | Developing Student Portfolios for Communication | 1 |
| COMM 1002 | Group Presentation and Discussion | 5 |
| COMM 1003 | Introduction to Mass Communication | 5 |
| COMM 1004 | Interpersonal Communication | 5 |
| COMM 2001 | Essentials of Group and Organizational Communication | 5 |
| ENGL 2002 | Professional Writing for Successful Communication | 5 |
| MEDC 3001 | Communicating Through Media and Technology | 5 |
| COMM 3001 | Communication and Thought | 5 |
| PREL 3001 | Principles of Public Relations | 5 |
| BUSI 3005 | Critical Thinking | 5 |
| COMM 4001 | Intercultural Communication | 5 |
Concentration Courses (15 cr.)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
| CMIS 4204 | Computer-Mediated Communications | 5 |
| CMIS 4501 | Computer-Supported Collaborative Work | 5 |
| CMIS 4502 | Web 2.0 Systems and Applications | 5 |
Elective Courses
Choose 13 courses from any B.S. in Communication concentration or general education category. At least 2 courses must be from 3xxx or 4xxx courses.Capstone Course (5 cr.)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
| COMM 4901 | Communication Capstone Course | 5 |
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