Master of Communication (Professional)

MComm (Prof)

Program Overview

Program Name	Master of Communication (Professional)
Level	Postgraduate
Type	Masters Coursework
Mode	On-campus
Duration	15 subjects, 165 credit points
Starting Semesters	January, May, September
Program Code	HS-23080
CRICOS Code	063308C
Host Faculty	Humanities & Social Sciences
Program-specific Enquiries	H&SS Faculty Services Phone: +61 7 559 52522 Email: hss@bond.edu.au
Credit for Prior Study Enquiries	H&SS Faculty Services Phone: +61 7 559 52522 Email: hss@bond.edu.au
Admissions, Enrolment and General Enquiries	RECRUITMENT & ADMISSIONS Domestic Enquiries: Toll-free: 1800 074 074 (from within Australia) Phone: +61 7 559 51024 (from outside Australia) Email: information@bond.edu.au International Enquiries: Phone: +61 7 559 51024 Email: international@bond.edu.au

The Master of Communication (Professional) is an innovative degree, designed to allow students to pursue advanced training in communication, while simultaneously developing workplace and business skills highly valued by employers.

The Master of Communication (Professional) consists of 4 semesters and 20 weeks. Candidates will undertake specialist training in the area of Communication workplace and business studies, culminating with a professional suite comprising of a professional portfolio, field project and field project report. This program has been developed in collaboration with industry and is designed to dovetail into present and future professional career opportunities. At the end of the degree, candidates will have a professional portfolio detailing their research and practical expertise in their chosen vocational area.

Career Outcomes

The Master of Communication (Professional) is designed to equip students with knowledge and experience to enable them to step into an organisation and start assisting with the development and implementation of communication strategies and business imperatives. Knowledge of communication is beneficial to any career and plays a vital role in the functioning of any government, business or industrial organisation. Being an effective communicator will only enhance your career no matter what profession you choose.

Entry requirements

Completion of an undergraduate degree program at an approved institution with a record of performance at least at Credit (65%) level, subject to the decision of the Dean or designate.

Attendance

Most students undertake four subjects per semester (equivalent to 40 credit points). You may, however, enrol in fewer subjects and extend your degree over a longer period.

Bond's Teaching methodology involves a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, examinations, projects, presentations, assignments, computer labs and industry projects.

Work Experience and Internships

Some students without practical workplace experience, or with workplace experience in a field different from their studies, choose to undertake an internship as part of their degree.

This intensely practical professional development approach fosters graduates who are ready, willing and able to hit the ground running and make an immediate impact in the workplace.