
B.S. in Professional Studies – Communication Studies
Lead Collaboration. Get Results.
Effective communication and teamwork lead to optimal results. Our online and on-campus Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies – Communication Studies equips you to lead collaborative efforts, communicate effectively and be an invaluable team leader and contributor. You’ll build on the core foundations of leadership and management and hone your verbal and written communication skills to help you advance in your chosen career field.
Communicate with Confidence
Develop your skills in public speaking, persuasive communication, social media and more.
Fast Track Your Degree
Apply existing college and military credit toward your degree. Check your transfer credits.
Learn from the Best
Presented from a Christian perspective, this degree is supported by our respected faculty in Virginia Beach.
ALIGN YOURSELF WITH EXCELLENCE
Regent has been ranked among Top National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report for two consecutive years (2019 and 2020). Our programs have also been ranked by it as the #1 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in Virginia for 8 years in a row. Experience the Regent difference through the Bachelor of Science in Professional Studies – Communication Studies program.
On completing the B.S. in Professional Studies – Communication Studies degree, you will be able to:
- Build collaborative teams and develop the organization’s human resources.
- Embrace emerging communication technologies and ensure successful implementation.
- Manage conflict and create a positive work environment.
Career Opportunities
- Corporate/Strategic Communications
- Marketing & Advertising
- Mediation
- News & Entertainment
- Graduate work in your chosen discipline
Examines from a Christian perspective, foundational leadership behaviors required of leaders within organization. Students will learn leadership theories and styles of communication, and develop strategies for implementing effective oral and written leadership communications in businesses and organizations.
Introduction to the principles and procedures of competent interpersonal communication in the context of ethnicity and culture. Attention is given to people as bearers of culture and to the application of theory and research to real-life communication situations.
Principles and skills of writing in professional contexts, including correspondence, researched reports, proposals, and portfolios. Prerequisite: ENGL 102 or ENGL 110.
Computer systems, networks, databases, intellectual property, computer security, artificial intelligence, legal and ethical considerations, codes of conduct, privacy, computer crimes, and the future of computing and the Internet and their relationship to the business world.
Exploration of expectancy, leader-member exchange (LMX), transactional, transformational, servant leadership and other theories, including foundational leadership principles and concepts.
The influence of virtual teams on leadership effectiveness; the development of interactive and dynamic groups in virtual and face-to-face environments. Prerequisite: LDST 201.
The concepts, theories, and current practice regarding organizational structures and their development, the dynamics of individual and collective behavior within organizations; human interaction within organizations to foster and manage change. Emphasis on the role of leadership and cultural values. Prerequisite: Junior standing and prior management or leadership coursework.
Management language, concepts, models, and basic principles of management. Explore interrelated functions (planning, controlling, organizing, leading) of the management process.
Study of the nature of ethical leadership through a consideration of the ethical foundations of leadership principles evident in the lives of great leaders. Attention to how the leader‘s values and beliefs affect decision-making along with the key factors involved in ethical decision-making. Students assess and apply the concepts of organizational and social responsibility by looking at real world problems. Cross-listed with LDST 330.
Admission requirements vary based on the stage you’re at in life. Select a link below to learn how to apply.
2019-20 Tuition Rates
Program Type | Tuition |
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On-Campus Student
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Online Student (enrolled in 8-week classes)
*Average number of credits per semester. |
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RN to B.S. in Nursing Tuition |
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Student Fees
Fee |
Amount |
Description |
Application Fee (On-Campus & Evening/Online Students)
|
$50 |
One-time fee, nonrefundable |
Enrollment Deposit (On-Campus Students) Enrollment Deposit (Evening/Online Students) |
$150 $50 |
Fee is deducted from tuition costs |
Graduation Fee(On-Campus & Evening/Online Students) |
$60 |
One-time fee upon submission of graduation application |
University Services Fee(On-Campus Students) University Services Fee(Online Students) |
$700/semester $550/semester |
Contributes to university academic and administrative operations |
Optional Fees
Late Payment |
$100/Session |
Incurred per session in the event of late tuition payment |
Course Fees |
Varies, |
Some courses in theater, animation, cinema television or science labs carry an additional fee |
2020-21 Tuition Rates
Program Type | Tuition |
---|---|
On-Campus Student
|
|
Online Student (enrolled in 8-week classes)
*Average number of credits per semester. |
|
RN to B.S. in Nursing Tuition |
|
Student Fees
Fee |
Amount |
Description |
Application Fee (On-Campus & Evening/Online Students)
|
$50 |
One-time fee, nonrefundable |
Enrollment Deposit (On-Campus Students) Enrollment Deposit (Evening/Online Students) |
$150 $50 |
Fee is deducted from tuition costs |
Graduation Fee(On-Campus & Evening/Online Students) |
$60 |
One-time fee upon submission of graduation application |
University Services Fee(On-Campus Students) University Services Fee(Online Students) |
$750/semester $600/semester |
Contributes to university academic and administrative operations |
Optional Fees
Late Payment |
$100/Session |
Incurred per session in the event of late tuition payment |
Course Fees |
Varies, |
Some courses in theater, animation, cinema television or science labs carry an additional fee |