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Master of Arts - Communication Management
University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00099F
The Master of Arts in Communication Management provides advanced contemporary study and practice in professional communication management. It is suitable for current and aspiring practitioners who want to attain the relevant expertise to achieve their career goals. Students can major in the areas of Public Relations, Integrated Communication, or Organisational Change and Communication. Alternatively, students can elect to complete generalist studies which provide a foundation for the broad field of communication management practice. Academic staff involved in the course have substantial industry experience and have undertaken research in the field.
Designed for
Professional communicators involved in the broad field of communication management
Structure
The course totals 72 credit points of study made up of three core foundation subjects (24 credit points), two core master's subjects (16 credit points), a major choice (24 credit points) and an elective (8 credit points). Students can choose one of three majors, each consisting of three compulsory 8-credit-point subjects, or select No specified major for the generalist course. The No specified major option includes two compulsory 8-credit-point subjects and an 8-credit-point elective. Full-time students are required to undertake 24 credit points a session. Part-time students should undertake 8 or 16 credit points a session.
Subjects
- Communication management
Standard entry requirements
UTS recognised bachelor degree, or equivalent higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies. For applicants with a bachelor degree: the degree must be in the field of education, management and commerce, society and culture or creative arts. If the degree is not in these fields applicants must also have a minimum of 2 years related work experience. Applicants must answer the employment question in the UAC application as employment experience is assessed according to the response provided. For applicants with a master, graduate diploma or graduate certificate: the degree can be in any field of study. If applicants have not met any of the requirements above, they must provide: a personal statement (approximately 500 words) explaining why they wish to study the course, and a curriculum vitae (CV), which should include details of paid and voluntary work or other experiences.
Recognition
Courses in the postgraduate program in Communication Management at UTS have been accredited with the Public Relations Institute of Australia (PRIA) for over 20 years. The Master of Arts in Communication Management is accredited with PRIA and graduates have an accelerated path to professional membership.
Study pathways
This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Master of Arts in Communication Management, the Graduate Diploma in Communication Management, the Graduate Diploma in Public Relations and the Graduate Diploma in Integrated Communication. Students who have successfully completed the Graduate Diploma in Communication Management, Graduate Diploma in Public Relations, Graduate Diploma in Integrated Communication, or the Graduate Diploma in Organisational Change and Communication are eligible for credit recognition for completed subjects. Students who have graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication (Public Communication) may be granted up to one-third of the postgraduate course in credit recognition. Other relevant qualifications are considered on a case-by-case basis.
