2021-2022 Graduate Catalog

Masters of Art in Broadcast Journalism and Media Production

CIP Code

09.0702

Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Broadcast Journalism and Media Production (BJMP) program provides students with the knowledge, skills and experiences to become successful communication professionals in the 21st century.

Developed in collaboration with leading professional and academic experts, the BJMP curriculum is carried out through a hands-on approach, allowing students to create real-world multimedia productions and news coverage for organizations, businesses, publications and media outlets. Students will be using the latest technologies mirroring the way news is covered and the way media is created and will progress in the future. Our students become expert content creators in the use of the latest media programs and software. Through internships and capstone projects, BJMP students gain practical experience and build the portfolio they will need to compete and excel in today’s media.

Admission Requirements

A bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 from an accredited institution and official transcripts from all undergraduate institutions attended are required. A personal statement describing career goals and reasons for interest in the program, along with two letters of recommendation, and a professional résumé are also required. Students who have obtained their bachelor’s degrees from a university/college outside of the United States (i.e., international students) are also required to provide TOEFL scores and to demonstrate English language proficiency.

Degree Requirements

Required Courses

CM 501Media, Culture, & Communication

3

CM 503Media Ethics in a Professional Context

3

CM 517Multimedia Production I

3

CM 518Multimedia Production II

3

CM 563Social Media & Journalism

3.00 Credit(s)

CM 564News Reporting & Producing

CM 614TV News Magazine

CM 617Live Event Production

3

CM 627Capstone in Communication

3

CM 696Internship I

3

CM 697Internship 2

CM 699Digital Portfolio & Mentorship

3 CH each