Program Overview
Discover A-State’s 100% Online M.S. in Strategic Communications – Technology Law and Policy
The Master of Science in Strategic Communications with an Emphasis in Technology Law and Policy online program focuses on the critical thinking, analysis, and practical skills you need to develop and implement communication strategies that address real-world issues.
$9,930
Total Tuition
As few as 10 months
Program Duration
30
Credit Hours
$9,930
Total Tuition
As few as 10 months
Program Duration
30
Credit Hours
Students in this Emphasis will examine the policies and regulations of online communication, including those related to intellectual property, data protection and privacy. As the demand for data protection and privacy continues to grow, more organizations are creating specialized roles such as a data privacy officer and data protection officer. These roles require advanced knowledge on law and a higher level degree.
This program prepares you for a rewarding career in leadership roles such as:
- Data Privacy Officer
- Data Protection Officer
- Marketing Communications Director
- Public Relations Director
- Director of Content Management
- Associate Director of Strategic Communications Technology & Privacy
- Director of Intellectual Policy
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Tuition
Discover the Value of Our Low-Cost Tuition
The M.S. in Strategic Communications – Technology Law & Policy Emphasis online program offers the same affordable, pay-as-you-go tuition for all U.S. residents. All fees are included in the total tuition.
| Per Credit Hour | Per Course | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Resident Tuition | Required Fees | Total | U.S. Resident Tuition | Required Fees | Total |
| $291.00 | $40.00 | $331.00 | $873.00 | $120.00 | $993.00 |
Calendar
Arkansas State Online Dates and Deadlines
Designed to be flexible for working professionals, the M.S. in Strategic Communications – Technology Law & Policy Emphasis online program features accelerated coursework and multiple start dates.
Next Start & Application Due Dates:
| Term | Length | Course Begin | Course End | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Deadline | Last Day to Withdraw |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2023 | 7 wk | 03/06/2023 | 04/28/2023 | 02/20/2023 | 02/24/2023 | 03/02/2023 | 03/03/2023 | 04/15/2023 |
| Summer 2023 | 5 wk | 05/30/2023 | 06/30/2023 | 05/15/2023 | 05/19/2023 | 05/25/2023 | 05/26/2023 | 06/19/2023 |
| 5 wk | 07/03/2023 | 08/04/2023 | 06/19/2023 | 06/23/2023 | 06/29/2023 | 06/30/2023 | 07/21/2023 | |
| Fall 2023 | 7 wk | 08/21/2023 | 10/06/2023 | 08/07/2023 | 08/11/2023 | 08/17/2023 | 08/18/2023 | 09/22/2023 |
| 7 wk | 10/16/2023 | 12/08/2023 | 10/02/2023 | 10/06/2023 | 10/12/2023 | 10/13/2023 | 11/17/2023 |
Admissions
What You Need to Know Before Applying
A-State Online offers a streamlined admission to help you get started quickly and easily. Applicants seeking admission to the M.S. in Strategic Communications – Technology Law & Policy Emphasis must submit a sample of writing, which could be a recent term paper or research paper. Review the full admission requirements below.
- Complete online application and submit a nonrefundable $30 fee.
- Have a baccalaureate degree or a master's degree with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from an accredited institution.
- Official transcript(s) sent from the registrar of the college/university attended. Official transcripts are sealed transcripts sent from the granting institutions.
- Submit a writing sample that showcases applicants' writing abilities and demonstrates creative thinking skills. Examples of acceptable samples include a term or research paper, blog post, case study, whitepaper or website.
Additional Information
Submit all documents to:
A-State OnlineP.O. Box 2520
State University, AR 72467
Fax: 870-972-3548
Email: [email protected]
For Non-US Postal Mail Overnight Delivery Only:
Academic Partnershipsc/o Central Receiving
2713 Pawnee St.
Jonesboro, AR 72401
Courses
Read About Our Technology Law and Policy Online Classes
The M.S. in Strategic Communications – Technology Law & Policy Emphasis online program requires 30 credit hours of coursework. Students will take five required core courses (15 credit hours), select either STCM 6033 or MDIA 6423 (three credit hours), and four additional STCM courses (12 credit hours).
Students pursuing the M.S. in Strategic Communications – Technology Law & Policy Emphasis degree must complete 30 credit hours.
Students must select one of the following courses.
STCM 6033: Communication Regulation and Policy
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Course provides an introduction to media laws and regulations, addressing how they impact media managers, how to allocate necessary resources, and how to remain current as to media policies and regulations.
MDIA 6423: Media Entrepreneurship
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Students will focus on development of entrepreneurial products by taking an idea from conception to production completion while practicing aspects of management, financing, and entrepreneurship. Students will address communication industry dilemmas that address creative product development.
Students must take the following five courses.
COMS 6053: Quantitative Research Methods
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Study of the tools and techniques of empirical research as they may be applied to mass communications
STCM 6253: Audience Market Analysis
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Using social scientific research methods for audience/consumer analysis, this course provides a survey of applications of research in media industries. Pragmatic task activities will be conducted via Nielsen, Arbitron, SRDS and related data sources to find audience market.
STCM 6303: Seminar in Strategic Communications
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
The role of strategic communications in and for organizations and brands, including communications objective(s), target audience(s), and key messages. Addresses application of communication theory and research related to public relations, advertising and social media.
STCM 6263: Advertising Account Management
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Advanced study of the principles and practice of media account management. Includes an in-depth analysis of advantages and disadvantages of multiple media platforms in communicating messages to diverse target audiences and a discussion of effective and ethical client relationships.
STCM 6533: Strategic Communication Management
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
The Strategic Communication capstone course is an opportunity for students to synthesize and apply knowledge throughout the Strategic Communication program. Under the guidance of the instructor, students investigate a real-world strategic communication issue, devising solutions, recommendations and strategies that bridge the gap between theory and practice.
STCM 5013: EU and U.S. Data Protection Law
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Comparison of the European Union and United States data protection systems, including sector-specific regulations such as those from the Federal Trade Commission.
STCM 5413: Privacy Law
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
The history and development of privacy law, and the challenges of government regulation of information where institutions and individuals need and reveal information constantly but also seek basic dignity and safety from harm.
STCM 5123: International Intellectual Property Law
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Examination of the International Intellectual Property System (IIPS) and its development in response to international trade and digital innovations. Subject areas include a primary focus on copyright and trademark with some coverage of patent law.
STCM 6313: Seminar in Information Technology Law
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
Application of principles of privacy law and technology to current legal and policy problems.
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