Graduate (Masters) Programs

Communication Studies (M.A.)

The Master of Arts degree in Communication Studies is intended to provide a broad spectrum of knowledge about human communication in various social contexts, and the ways in which information is produced and processed.

Communication Studies (M.A.) Requirements & Courses 

Communication Studies [Dual Degree with MBA] (M.A.)

The M.A. Communication Studies/M.B.A. dual degree program is designed for students and professionals whose career goals focus on communication, particularly global communication and provides direction and leadership in economic and business development processes.

Communication Studies [Dual Degree] (M.A.) Requirements & Courses

Emerging Media and Technology (M.S.)

The Bachelor of Science degree in Emerging Media and Technology teaches technical applications and skills in problem solving, design, user experience, creative applications and programming. Students synthesize technical and organizational skills in a series of experiential, hands-on and project-based courses in which they work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.

Emerging Media and Technology (M.S.) Requirements & Courses 

Health Informatics 

The Health Informatics graduate certificate provides competencies and knowledge in health information systems, health records management, clinical decision support systems and other areas relevant to developing and refining competencies in health informatics. 

Health Informatics Graduate Certificate Requirements & Courses 

Knowledge Management

This certificate program offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines theory and practical applications to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in this field.

Knowledge Management Graduate Certificate

Health Informatics (M.S.)

The Master of Science degree in Health Informatics prepares graduates for careers in managerial, analytical, consultative and executive roles working with healthcare systems and clinicians.

Health Informatics (M.S.) Requirements & Courses 

Knowledge Management (M.S.)

The Master of Science degree in Knowledge Management prepares professionals to serve as leaders in all types of organizations who can assess and evaluate organizations on knowledge management principles, including culture, learning, communities and maturity.

Knowledge Management (M.S.) Requirements & Courses 

Library and Information Science (MLIS)

The Master of Library and Information Science prepares students for professional positions in academic, public, special, school libraries, museums and other types of information agencies.

Library and Information Science (MLIS) Requirements & Courses

Library and Information Science [Dual Degree with MBA] (MLIS)

The Master of Library and Information Science prepares students for professional positions in academic, public, special, school libraries, museums and other types of information agencies.

Library and Information Science [Dual Degree with MBA] (MLIS) Requirements & Courses 

Library and Information Science [Dual Degree with MEd Instructional Technology] (MLIS)

The Master of Library and Information Science prepares students for professional positions in academic, public, special, school libraries, museums and other types of information agencies. Graduates with the M.L.I.S. degree can also find jobs in cultural organizations and companies of all sorts and sizes.

Library and Information Science [Dual Degree with MEd Instructional Technology] (MLIS) Requirements & Courses 

Library and Information Science [School Library Media] (MLIS)

The Master of Library and Information Science prepares students for professional positions in academic, public, special, school libraries, museums and other types of information agencies. Graduates with the M.L.I.S. degree can also find jobs in cultural organizations and companies of all sorts and sizes.

Library and Information Science [School Library Media] (MLIS) Requirements & Courses 

User Experience (M.S.)

The Master of Science degree in User Experience prepares students for careers that require them to apply a solid understanding of usability, content strategy, information architecture and user research.

User Experience (M.S.) Requirements & Courses

GRADUATE PROGRAMS IN MEDIA AND JOURNALISM

Kent State’s graduate-level programs in Journalism Education give current and future educators the tools needed to effectively teach journalism and advise scholastic media at the high school/post-secondary level. From the latest technology for multimedia storytelling to gaining strategies to protect students' First Amendment rights, the range of course content emphasizes skills and theory teachers can study today and use in their classrooms tomorrow.
 
A Master of Arts degree and Graduate Certificate are offered fully online.

M.A.in Media and Journalism Journalism Education - Graduate Certificate

Visual Communication Design (M.A.)

The Master of Arts degree in Visual Communication Design is recommended for students with undergraduate degrees in design or related fields who wish to advance their studio skills in print design, illustration, web design, 3-D design, motion graphics, interactive design, corporate identity, information architecture, interaction design or information graphics.

Visual Communication Design (M.A.) Requirements & Courses 

Visual Communication Design (M.F.A.) 

The Master of Fine Arts degree in Visual Communication Design is a terminal degree and recommended for students with undergraduate degrees in design or related fields who wish to enter a career in higher education instruction as well as to advance their studio skills in one or more of the following: print design, illustration, web design, 3-D design, motion graphics, interactive design, corporate identity, information architecture, interaction design or information graphics. 

Visual Communication Design (M.F.A.) Requirements & Courses