Dual Degree with M.S. in Multimedia Technology

The Department of Communication & Rhetorical Studies and The Department of Journalism and Multimedia Arts have created a plan that allows you to receive a degree in both programs after completing a 48-credit curriculum. Earning both degrees would normally require a total of 75 credits if completed separately.

The faculty of both programs agree that this course of study will be especially advantageous if you wish to pursue a career in communication and technology in the corporate world.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for this dual degree program, you must apply separately to the Department of Communication & Rhetorical Studies and to the Department of Journalism and Multimedia Arts. You must be accepted by both programs, and must declare your intent to pursue this academic program at the time of application to Duquesne University. You cannot transfer into this dual degree program following acceptance into another program of study.

Advisors are available in the Department of Communication & Rhetorical Studies and the Department of Journalism and Multimedia Arts to provide you with guidance and advice on each program.

M.A. in Corporate Communication

Required Core Courses

• COMM 500  Professional Communication

• COMM 501  Persuasion in the Marketplace

• COMM 515  Organizational Communication

• COMM 523  Communication Ethics & Professional Civility

Corporate Communication Track

• COMM 522  Communication Research Methods
• COMM 527  Communication Management
• COMM 536  Integrated Marketing Communication

In addition, you will take six credits of elective courses from within the Department of Communication & Rhetorical Studies.

M.S. in Multimedia Technology

Required Core Courses

• JMA 501  Introduction to Multimedia Technology
• JMA 503  Multimedia & Instructional Design
• JMA 510  Multimedia Production
• JMA 530  Digital Imaging for Multimedia
• JMA 535  Cross Platform Authoring
• JMA 541  Media Writing
• JMA 573  Media Law & Regulation

You will take six credits of elective courses from within the Department of Journalism and Multimedia Arts.