Communication is the cornerstone of success in today’s interconnected world. The ability to relay key information to the right audience, enabling them to make informed decisions, is a valuable skill. Whether you are crafting compelling stories in a marketing agency or delivering a strategic communication plan in a corporate environment, conveying the right message effectively is crucial. The University of Cincinnati’s 100% online Associate of Arts in Communication is designed to help you master these skills, providing a strong foundation for your future success.
When you commit to bettering yourself with an AA in Communication, you are starting on a journey that will offer you plenty of opportunities to not only advance your career but transform into the career you envision. This fully online two-year program is designed to provide you with the basic principles related to a communication degree. After these two years, it is a smooth transition into the Bachelor of Arts in Communication where you can then complete your degree and move into a number of tracks within the professional world.
Communication is an excellent major for students interested in working with people and groups in a variety of fields.
Communication majors are professionally desirable because they have excellent critical-thinking, oral communication skills and writing abilities. They are concerned with understanding society and improving social institutions and the well-being of individuals.
In our modern world, success in business and industry requires a sophisticated understanding of the communication process. Graduates with an AA in Communication are well prepared for many different career options because they understand the nuances that are critical to communication. Positions in human resource management, as well as marketing and public relations, require effective communication skills. Communication students are well prepared for advanced study in such areas as law and business because of the critical thinking skills they build along with the more practice speaking and writing in a variety of settings that are at the core of a communication major.
“I’ll be honest, my expectations were downright exceeded by UC's online Associate of Arts in Communication program. All assignments were thoroughly explained, and the expectations were clearly laid out from day one of each semester. I had great interactions with my professors. They were courteous, respectful, and really helped me understand the course material. Anytime I reached out to a professor, I received a quick response. UC has mastered the online learning experience.”
This program’s coursework is structured to help you achieve your career goals.
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You do not. Classes are asynchronous. You can log on anytime 24/7 to complete your coursework.
To enhance your experience and learning, many of our instructors offer online office hours held at a predetermined date and time.
(There are a few exceptions to the asynchronous components, please view program FAQs for more information)
No. your degree will be conferred by the University of Cincinnati, which will also be reflected on your transcripts and degree.
No. You must choose one program to apply for in any given semester.
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