Organizational Communication: Academic Information

Real-world relevance, designed for working professionals

The goal of KU’s organizational communication graduate program is to empower professionals to lead and communicate more effectively in complex, evolving workplaces. Whether you are pursuing the master’s degree or one of the graduate certificates, you’ll engage with relevant, applied coursework that reflects the challenges today’s organizations face.

Curriculum highlights

Each course is carefully designed to deliver a balance of theory and practice, helping students build communication strategies grounded in real-world organizational needs. Topics include:

• Communication strategies for managers and teams
• Navigating workplace conflict
• Personnel management
• Organizational culture and change
• Business writing and executive communication

Leadership and team development

Assignments and discussions are geared toward practical application, allowing students to bring insights directly back to their workplaces.

Flexible, online learning

All courses are delivered 100% online in convenient eight-week sessions. This accelerated format gives working professionals the flexibility to progress at a manageable pace while balancing career and personal responsibilities. Students can start in fall, spring, or summer, and they can complete certificates in under a year or the full master’s program in about two years.

Faculty expertise and community connection

Courses are taught by faculty with extensive professional and academic experience in communication, leadership, and organizational development. Students benefit from a supportive learning environment and opportunities to connect with peers across industries, creating a network of professionals committed to making meaningful impacts in their workplaces.