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4.00 Credits
Explores the role and influence of both print and electronic mass media in the multicultural society of the U.S. Both the stereotypical portrayal of minorities, women, and white males and the roles of minority-owned and operated media will be studied. Group and individual research and field work are required in media organizations in Los Angeles. Prerequisite: senior status.
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4.00 Credits
The study of communication between representatives of major cultures or co-cultures within a major culture on interpersonal, small group, organizational, and mass media levels. Includes verbal and nonverbal elements influencing communication. Contemporary insights from a variety of areas such as communication, anthropology, sociology, and psychology. Prerequisite: junior status. (GE)
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4.00 Credits
Focuses on communication between representatives of nations and international agencies and the negotiation processes involved. Contemporary electronic and print media used by these individuals and agencies are studied. Prerequisite: junior status. (Same as INTS 514.)
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3.00 Credits
Studies specific intercultural conflicts in the U.S. between members of the majority and various minorities, between members of various minorities, and between male and female members of our society. Emphasis is placed on the application of intercultural communication insights and principles and theories to assist in the solution or management of such conflicts in schools, work places, and communities. Prerequisites: COM 513 and junior status.
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4.00 Credits
An advanced study of communication in organizations. Functional and interpretive theories and research methodologies are examined. Topics include communication culture and climate, communication networks, communication technologies, and communication audits. Prerequisite: junior status.
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3.00 Credits
Designed to explore problems involving intrapersonal and interpersonal communication. Emphasis will be placed on social, cultural, psychological, and political conflicts and breakdowns; organizational barriers to communication; and conflict resolution. Prerequisites: COM 220, COM 300, and junior status.
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3.00 Credits
An examination of methods used in analyzing communication processes and behaviors in complex organizations. Use of quantitative methods (e.g., communication audits, network analysis) and qualitative methods (metaphor analysis, story and narrative analysis) by researchers and consultants. Consideration of models for implementing organizational communication change. Prerequisites: COM 300 and COM 418.
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3.00 Credits
An application course in which students will develop instructional materials to teach communication theories and skills. Students will be responsible for assessment, development of objectives, designing of educational techniques and materials, presentation of training packages, and evaluation of training results. Prerequisite: COM 521.
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3.00 Credits
An advanced study of theories and research regarding interpersonal communication. Examination of and participation in experimental and naturalistic studies of dyadic interaction. Prerequisites: COM 220, and junior status.
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4.00 Credits
A critical examination of the persuasive communication strategies that contemporary U.S. and world leaders have used to influence politics, public policy, foreign affairs, and social and cultural life. Examples for analysis will be drawn from such diverse sources as politics, social and protest movements, religion, and popular culture. Prerequisites: COM 180, and junior status.
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