Strategize, Connect, Lead: Grow in International Communication
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- Full-time
- 3 semesters
Strategize, Connect, Lead: Grow in International Communication
Check whether you qualifyAre you interested in International Brand Management, Corporate Communication, or Crisis Communication? If you want to become an all-round expert in these areas, then the Master of International Communication (MA) programme could be the perfect fit for you.
During your master’s, you will be involved in projects that combine working in research, education and industry. Through applied research you come up with innovative solutions for genuine societal issues. Below, you can find some examples of projects our master’s students engage in.
The Master International Communication (MIC) is a 1,5 year programme organized into three semesters (90 EC).
On finishing the MIC, you will walk away with:
We offer four core modules in the first year to help you develop your skills and knowledge. These modules deal with core topics specific to a professional communication role. Each module includes theory, research, leadership skills, and practical work. The graduation project module in your second year is supported through expert guidance.
The curriculum emphasizes the study of international organizations across various businesses and non-profit sectors in the first semester. The two professional roles that you will explore and practice in this semester are Corporate Communication Consultant and Strategic Brand Manager, by focusing on the topics such as: Strategic Corporate Communication theory and practice, Intercultural Communication, Applied Research, Brand Management, and Reflective Professionalism.
For more information on the MIC modules offered, please see our ECTS Course Catalogue.
You will explore and practice the roles of the Issues & Crisis Communication Strategist and the Behavioural Change Facilitator, by focusing on the topics of Issues & Crisis Communication theory , Online Media analytics, Personal Leadership, Communication and Behaviour, Intercultural Facilitation and Futures Literacy.
For more information on the MIC modules offered, please see our ECTS Course Catalogue.
The Graduation Project is a consultancy-based, applied research project that allows you to demonstrate expertise in the area of your career interests. You can carry out this project either as an internship or as a partnership with an international organization. The project builds on all knowledge, practical experience, and competencies you gained during the first two semesters.
Past graduation internships have included placements at renowned organizations such as Philips, IKEA, Unilever, Bosch GMBH, Open Government Partnership, Lilly Maas, Park Plaza Hotel, DAF Trucks, World Food Programme (UN), UMCG hospital, MF Shipping Groningen Seaports and many more.
You choose one of the four professional roles to practice in the graduation semester. For more information on the MIC modules offered, please see our ECTS Course Catalogue.
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