Do you aspire to lead in the business world or community organizations? This program integrates business administration, human relations, persuasion, and leadership studies to cultivate skills in strategic communication, organizational leadership, and entrepreneurship. Students learn to manage businesses, develop community programs, and lead nonprofit initiatives. With a focus on practical leadership skills, graduates are prepared for roles as business owners, community development specialists, nonprofit administrators, and corporate trainers, ready to make an impactful difference in their communities and organizations. 

Related careers or professions

  • Business manager/owner
  • Community development specialist
  • Community services coordinator
  • Nonprofit administrator/program manager
  • Recreation manager
  • Corporate trainer
  • Event fundraising coordinator
  • Project manager

Related courses

Course #Course name 
COMM:1117Advocacy and Argument
COMM:1112Interpersonal Communication
COMM:1816Business and Professional Communication 
COMM:1818 Communication Skills for Leadership 
COMM:1819Organizational Leadership
COMM:2010:0EXWCommunication and Organizational Culture
COMM:2011Group Communication
COMM:2015:0001 Communication and Resilience
COMM:2040Communication and Conflict
COMM:2042Intercultural Communication
COMM:2091:0001Organizational Communication
COMM:2829Leadership for Civic Dialogue
COMM:4040 Practical Research Applications: Communication and Community 
COMM:4140Communication and Relationships
COMM:4157:0001 Health Communication
COMM:4163The Dark Side of Interpersonal Communication