Graduate Catalog 2026-2027

Organizational Communication, Certificate (1799)


Program Coordinator

Jie-Young Kong, jieyoung.kong@wku.edu, (270) 745-6578

The Organizational Communication Certificate equips working professionals with communication skills for today’s dynamic workplace. In this streamlined 9 credit hour program, students learn essential theories, current research, and applied strategies to analyze, manage, and enhance communication within diverse organizational settings. All coursework is delivered fully online and can be completed within one year, enabling professionals to advance their expertise flexibly and efficiently.

Program Admission 

Graduate Studies Admission

Please refer to the admission section of this catalog for Graduate Studies admission requirements.

Program Requirements (9 hours)

Core Courses
COMM 547Organizational Communication3
Electives
Select 6 hours from the following:6
Communication for Global Organizations
Organizational Persuasion
Organizational Belonging and Engagement
Digital Communication for Organizational Success
Applied Organizational Communication
Intercultural Communication Strategies
Total Hours9