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Certificate in Communication in the Workplace

School of Communication

College of Letters, Arts, & Social Sciences

Certificate in Communication in the Workplace

School of Communication

College of Letters, Arts, & Social Sciences

On-Campus & Online

Options

18 Credit Hours

to Graduate

On-Campus: $5,010 Per Semester

Online: $443 Per Credit Hour

(On-campus rate is for in-state students)

Free Books

for All Students

Communication Skills are the Heart of Promotion and Leadership Opportunities

Communication is an essential function across the industry spectrum. EKU’s communication in the workplace certificate provides students with the hands on, practical learning needed to become creative, effective communicators and successfully navigate workplace communication in our complex global society.

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Career Outlook

Today’s communicators require a breadth of understanding about our world. EKU’s curriculum blends academic and professional preparation through communication course topics such as conflict management, public speaking, and intercultural and organizational communication.

Professional communication is the vehicle to success; employers recognize the importance of communication skills and repeatedly report this as one of the top requirements for new hires and advancement.

Job Titles Include:

  • Corporate trainer
  • Sales professional
  • Communications specialist
  • Marketing specialist
  • Human resource generalist

Students gain the skills and knowledge necessary for both obtaining an entry-level communication position in various fields that relate to communication as well as advancement in their current field.

Employers Include:

  • Frontier Nursing University
  • University of Louisville
  • Bilingvik
  • Protestant Women of The Chapel

The Office of Academic and Career Services is a one-stop shop for all your career and professional development needs.

Services Include:

  • Creating/updating your resume and cover letter
  • Interviewing tips and coaching
  • Career documents review
  • Job search

Why EKU?

  • Free textbooks through EKU BookSmart
  • No application fee
  • Reduced tuition for active-duty military members and their spouses

Attend Online

Choosing an online program doesn’t mean completing your education alone. EKU Online strives to provide students with unparalleled staff and faculty access, rich engagement opportunities and every resource possible to succeed. We are committed to helping you find success in your coursework, as well as identifying and pursuing employment opportunities upon graduation. We are here to help you every step of the way.

Online students have access to:

  • Accelerated 8-week terms
  • Courses begin 6 times per year
  • No campus visits required
  • Personal advisors stay with you from application to graduation
  • Free online tutoring and career services assistance 

Curriculum & Admission

EKU’s communication in the workplace curriculum prepares students with the interpersonal and team building skills needed to serve as leaders and positive change agents in organizations. Graduates are prepared to take on key positions as well as pursue graduate and professional school programs including law, public administration, government, and business.

A minimum of 18 credits are required to graduate.

View the degree requirements:

EKU Academic Catalog

Please review the admissions requirements before applying for this or any program. If you have questions about the program or are planning to register for classes, please speak to the program advisor.

On-Campus Deadlines
TermApplication
Deadline		Classes
Begin
FallAugust 1August
SpringDecember 1January
SummerMay 1May
Online Deadlines
TermApplication
Deadline		Classes
Begin
Fall AJuly 31August
Fall BSeptember 30October
Spring ADecember 31January
Spring BFebruary 28March
Summer AApril 30May
Summer BMay 31June

All applicants must provide an application and evidence of appropriate scholastic achievement through prior educational experience.

Please note that certain degree programs have special admission requirements. Admission to the University does not mean automatic admission to all degree programs.

The completed application and all required supporting documentation must be received by the University no later than:

• August 1 for fall enrollment
• December 1 for spring enrollment
• May 1 for summer enrollment

To apply for undergraduate admission to Eastern Kentucky University (EKU), submit an application at apply.eku.edu and submit any required materials electronically or by mail to:

Office of Admissions
Eastern Kentucky University
Whitlock Bldg. 112, CPO 54
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475-3154.

Advisor & Counselor Information

EKU’s College of Letters, Arts & Social Sciences Advising Office is committed to delivering high-quality academic advising for our students. We strive to create an atmosphere of mutual trust and meaningful engagement between students and faculty to help students reach their academic goals and have a rewarding educational experience.

Call or email Enrollment Advisor Laquanda Miller for information about the EKU Online Communication in the Workplace Certificate.

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Lindsey Turner

Enrollment Advisor

859-622-7927
lindsey.turner@eku.edu

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Contact Information

School of Communication

Combs Building
Room 317
213 Park Drive
Richmond, KY 40475

859-622-7324

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