Mass Communication and Journalism, Certificate of Special Study

The Department of Media, Communications, and Journalism

Requirement for Certificate Programs

Before entering a program, students will need to demonstrate that they have foundation knowledge of business practices and possess good writing skills. Prior approval of the certificate program coordinator or the department chair is required. Students need to meet one of the following criteria:

be currently admitted to California State University, Fresno, or
have a bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited institution, or
have an associate of arts from a two-year accredited college and a minimum of two years of business experience.

Note: a grade of C or better in each course is required.

(For Marketing Option students only)

Take the Following Courses:

MCJ 40 - Introduction to Advertising and Public Relations Units: 3
MCJ 144 - Writing to Influence Units: 3
MCJ 146 - Media Planning Units: 3
MCJ 149 - Advertising and Public Relations Campaigns Units: 3
MCJ 157 - Public Relations and Advertising Agency Units: 3
Units may not be applied toward the Marketing Option.

Mass Communication and Journalism, Certificate of Special Study

Requirement for Certificate Programs

Take the Following Courses:

Total (15 units)