Mass Communication

Dr. Stewart Blakley, chair

Purpose The purpose of the mass communication program, consistent with the university’s stated mission, is to provide students with the environment to learn and refine media writing skills, to develop a philosophy and ethical framework for the mass media professions and to broaden their knowledge of mass media and society.

Disciplines and Degrees Offered The department of mass communication offers a major in Mass Communication (B.A.) . A minor of Mass Communication is also offered. This major is available for Women’s College students. Not all majors are offered at all Brenau locations.

Programs

Mass Communication (B.A.)
Mass Communication Minor

Courses

MM 100 - Film Appreciation *
MM 101 - Introduction to Mass Communication *
MM 105 - Effective Interpersonal Communication *
MM 170 - Media Practicum
MM 200 - Diversity in Media *
MM 215 - Persuasion *
MM 225 - Media Writing
MM 230 - New Media Development
MM 240 - Newswriting and Reporting
MM 250 - Introduction to Radio/Television
MM 251 - Radio Production
MM 302 - Television Production and Editing
MM 310 - Web Design
MM 320 - Communication Theory *
MM 322 - Survey of American Broadcasting
MM 323 - Principles of Copy Editing
MM 324 - Scriptwriting for Media
MM 325 - Feature Writing
MM 326 - Advertising Copywriting
MM 328 - Editorial/Column Writing
MM 332 - Media Philosophy and Ethics *
MM 333 - International Media Systems
MM 334 - Introduction to Film
MM 345 - Advertising Principles
MM 347 - Public Relations
MM 350 - Performance
MM 402 - Convergent Media News
MM 427 - Public Relations Writing
MM 450 - Communication Law
MM 470 - Integrated Marketing Communications
MM 485 - Senior Media Project
MM 490 - Internship
MM 495 - Special Topics
MM 499 - Senior Thesis
SP 108 - Fundamentals of Speech *