Mercer University's Bachelor of Arts in Communication is offered in three format options: fully-online, hybrid and in-class. Students are prepared to understand how organizational structure and groups function and facilitate communicatively, as well as understanding human interaction across a variety of contexts. This program provides a broad-based understanding of the process of communication, which includes: communication and society, communication and the person, and organizational communication. Effective communication is essential to the succeess of every organizational sector and industry. The number one skill employers seek in a candidate is a strong communication skill set (AAC&U, 2014).

Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared to: Evaluate interpersonal and inter-cultural communication issues Illustrate the ability to speak, listen, and write for various communication outlets Demonstrate comprehension of basic theories, principles, and concepts in communication Prepare students to negotiate the variety of situations and demands they face in relationships, organizations and in society