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Communication Management MS

Master of Science in Communication Management

Explore the many facets of communication principles, practices and strategies in an ever-changing workplace with the Master of Science in Communication Management in the Lew Klein College of Media and Communication at Temple. This 31-credit online program prepares students to create effective communication campaigns and handle conflict and crisis management in a variety of industries and workspaces. Designed for entry- and mid-level professionals, the Communication Management master’s program’s curriculum focuses on key areas such as

  • audience analysis,
  • communication strategies for emerging media, 
  • organizational communication, and 
  • research and data synthesis.

Through the completely virtual nature of the program, students are able to learn through a combination of webinar and teleseminar courses, online interactions with faculty, and other resources accessible to them at their convenience. Additionally, the online format gives international students an opportunity to participate in the Communication Management MS program from their home countries. 

Classes & Curriculum

Classes for the Master of Science in Communication Management are held entirely online. Although designed for full-time students to complete in one year, part-time students can take up to four years to complete. 

The 31-credit program includes 12 credits of required core coursework, 18 credits in additional courses and a final capstone project. Some of the major courses include

  • Cross-Cultural Leadership, 
  • Leading Diverse Teams and
  • Storytelling Through Innovation.

Learn more about the Communication Management MS requirements.

Related Graduate Degrees

Related Graduate Certificates

Concentrations

This degree program can be completed with or without a concentration. Your concentration options include

  • Public Relations

    Utilize communication techniques to shape attitudes and influence behavior. Prepare to employ public speaking, persuasion and multiple theories of communication for public, private and academic ventures.

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  • Strategic Communication and Cross-Cultural Leadership

    Become an ethical and socially responsible leader who can negotiate conflicts and manage crises within your organization. Learn to utilize data and research in decision-making processes, and gain the communication skills needed to propose and defend strategic solutions. In this four-course concentration track, you will acquire the expertise that positions you to successfully develop and manage collaboration in the workplace.

     

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  • Conflict Management and Dispute Resolution

    Students in the Conflict Management and Dispute Resolution concentration study the impact of effective crisis management and organizational conflict negotiation. With this concentration, you acquire a comprehensive understanding of the causes of workplace discord through communication concepts, processes and theories. You also study negotiation and de-escalation techniques to resolve employee disputes and learn how to apply these skills when developing conflict management systems in the workplace.

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Tuition & Fees

In keeping with Temple’s commitment to access and affordability, this Master of Science offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more. These tuition costs apply to the 2025–2026 academic year.

Pennsylvania resident: $1,264.00 per credit
Out-of-state: $1,693.00 per credit

You can view the full cost of attendance breakdown on the Student Financial Services website.

Our Advisors

Quaiser Abdullah, program director, is the academic advisor for this program.
Email:
Phone: 215-204-6808

Program Contact

For more information about the Master of Science in Communication Management, please contact

Kaitlin Fitzsimmons Pierce, associate director of the graduate office.
Email:
Phone: 215-204-8560

Quaiser Abdullah, program director.
Email: 
Phone: 215-204-6808

Student Clubs & Organizations

Supplement your Communication Management MS coursework and enhance your graduate education experience through student clubs and organizations. You’ll meet and network with other like-minded students, gain invaluable knowledge and skills, and become involved with a community that helps you bring your personal and professional goals to fruition.

The Media and Communication Graduate Student Association is an example of a club that can help you excel as a Communication Management student. This club represents and advocates for the collective interests of media and communication graduate students in matters of policy and action, while building community among other Klein graduate students.

Learn more about student clubs and organizations available to Klein students.

Accreditation

Temple University’s departments and programs are accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

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