Certificate Programs in Media and Journalism
A certificate signifying a concentration of three or more courses in a related field of study is noted on a student’s transcript. A limited number of students (within and outside the school) are admitted to each program.
Certificate in Business Journalism
The certificate in business journalism is offered for students within and outside the school interested in a career in business reporting or editing as well as for students interested in careers in corporate communication and corporate advertising. Students must complete three courses (nine credit hours) to receive the certificate.
Additional information, including application and program requirements, can be found on the school's website.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Select three courses from the following list: | 9 | |
| Economics Reporting | ||
| Business Reporting | ||
| Business and the Media | ||
 Data Driven Journalism | ||
| Social Media Analytics | ||
| Business News Wire H | ||
| Business Journalism Management H | ||
| Digital Media Economics and Behavior H | ||
| Total Hours | 9 | |
| H | Honors version available. An honors course fulfills the same requirements as the nonhonors version of that course. Enrollment and GPA restrictions may apply. |
Certificate in Sports Communication
The program, aimed at leading the nation in educating young practitioners about important issues of sports in the United States and beyond, provides courses about sports and the media, offers internships and scholarships for students, and brings visiting lecturers to the school.
Additional information, including application and program requirements, can be found on the school's website.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Complete three of the following six courses: | 9 | |
| Sports Xtra | ||
| Sports Production and Broadcasting | ||
| Sports Marketing and Advertising | ||
| Sports Communication | ||
| Creative Sportswriting | ||
| Ethical Issues and Sports Communication | ||
| Total Hours | 9 | |
Certificate in Health Communication and Marketing
This three-course certificate program prepares UNC Hussman undergraduate students majoring in advertising and public relations for careers in the healthcare industry - including jobs in the pharmaceutical, hospital, health insurance, agency, non-profit organizations and public health sectors. Students will develop subject matter expertise and interact with industry representatives, receiving a competitive advantage when entering the job market upon graduation.
Students should apply for the certificate program in their sophomore or junior years, in time to participate in an internship for the summer before their senior year.
Additional information, including application and program requirements, can be found on the school's website.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Requirements | ||
| MEJO 469 | Health Communication and Marketing | 3 |
| MEJO 569 | Behavioral Science in Health Communication | 3 |
| MEJO 669 | Health Marketing Capstone | 3 |
| Total Hours | 9 | |
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