COMM 3320 - Mass Communication

Goals: To study the characteristics of mass communication creation, dissemination, consumption, and impact.

Content: Analysis of theoretical approaches to studying and understanding mass media; discussion of the historical development and current and future technologies of print and electronic media; technical, regulatory, economic, social, and ethical factors in mass communication; and the impact of mass media in society.

Taught: Annually.

Prerequisite: COMM 1100 or COMM 1320, acceptance into the international journalism certificate program, or consent of instructor.

Credits: 4 credits