ObjectivesThe certificate allows students to focus on various aspects of the field of Communications and build their knowledge and abilities in these areas. Students take a mix of spoken and written Communication courses and choose from relevant courses in other Departments which will enhance their understanding and practice of the Communications field.
Academic titleCertificate in Communications
Course descriptionThe courses required for the certificate are as follows:
2 Core Courses (2 x 3 credits= 6 credits):
1. CMNS 1115, Practical Writing
2. CMNS 1216, Interpersonal Skills for the Workplace
Plus 3 (9 credits) of the following:
* CMNS 1104, Foundations of Intercultural Communication
* CMNS 1125, Oral Presentations
* CMNS 1217, Multicultural Interpersonal Workplace Communication
* CMNS 1221, Introduction to Media and Communication Studies
* CMNS 1316, Understanding and Managing Interpersonal Conflict
Plus:
* 6 credits of 1st year Social Sciences (PSYC 1100, PSYC 1200, IDST 1103, SOCI 1125, SOSC 2140)
* 6 credits of 1st year Humanities (PHIL 1101, PHIL 1102, PHIL 1122, PHIL 1201, POLI 1100, POLI 1103, 3 credits of MODL)
* 3 credits of 1st year Arts