Our human communication concentration is designed to provide opportunities to generally explore the nature, processes, methods and effects of human interaction. If you are engaged or interested in people-oriented occupations, human service, social advocacy or preparing for graduate study in a communication-relevant field, we recommend this concentration for you. You might also consider our Certificate in Conflict Resolution and Mediation.

Human Communication Concentration (24 crs.)

Choose 24 credits from the following:
Communication of Self-Esteem
Invisible Gifts: Family of Origin — Influences on Communication
The Communication of Affirmation
Healing Communication
Communication Anxiety
Conflict Management
Negotiation OR Negotiation for Women
The Mediation Process
Humor & Communication
Creating Inclusive Trust Cultures

NOTE: Communication Processes, Communication Principles, Topics in Communication Studies, or other relevant coursework may be substituted with adviser consent.

Please see our current Marylhurst University Catalog for complete information.