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Communication Management
Prepare for a higher-level management role in organizational communications.
You have the communication expertise; now, add business acumen and leadership skills to help you see the bigger picture and play a greater role in your organization’s success.
The Communication Management program provides you with the skills and expertise to develop a deeper understanding of how and why business decisions are made, enabling you to offer more valuable counsel to employers and clients, and to become a greater asset to workplace teams and management.
Most program participants are early- to mid-career professionals already working in a variety of industries. Since communication management is a vital part of any significant organization, the skills and knowledge this program develops are applicable across corporations, small and medium-sized businesses, agencies, public sector organizations and governments, charities and non-profits.
The curriculum is designed specifically for graduates of Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations programs and other professional communicators who have developed their skills on the job. Communication Management courses build on your strengths and develop your management readiness in four main areas: business knowledge, leadership skills, project management and advanced communication skills.
You can incorporate program assignments and experiences into your workplace or interests, immediately putting your education into practice. Not only does this quickly add value to your current role as you work through the program, but it also reinforces your learning through immediate real-life experience.
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Program TypePart-time
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CredentialPost-Graduate Diploma
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Program DeliveryProgram courses are delivered online.Online
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IntakesYear-round registration available
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Program LengthVariable
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Total Tuition / Fees for CoursesEstimated total fees for courses needed to complete this program. Textbooks, supplies, and other fees are not included in this estimate. Learn more ›$8,500 – $9,500
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How to EnrolRegister for courses through the Catalogue shopping cart. Find out how to register ›Quick registration
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Part-time Delivery: Flex Ed Benefits
Flexible education is at the core of RRC Polytech’s part-time programming. Take advantage of a wide variety of programs, courses, seminars and workshops that help you quickly get the skills you need, when and where you need them.
Advance, Change or Start Your Career
Upskill and build on your existing experience or reskill and jump into a new career. Our part-time programming is full of accessible opportunities for every point in your learning journey.
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Reaching your career goals has never been easier. Complete programs and courses to earn credentials on your schedule – whether that’s weekdays, evenings or even weekends.
Take Classes Online or in Person
Tell us how you’d like to learn. Our part-time programs and courses are available online, in person at campuses across Manitoba or as a combination of both.
Quickly Register for Courses
Registering for a part-time program at RRC Polytech is as easy as adding courses to your shopping cart. Our academic advisors will happily help you find the perfect program.
Employment Potential
Prepare yourself for career success
Potential Grad CAREERS
- Manager/Director, Communications
- Manager/Director, Community Relations
- Manager/Director, Stakeholder Engagement
- Project Manager/Leader
- Senior Account Executive
- Senior Communication Officer
- Manager/Director, Marketing Communications
- Manager/Director, Advertising
- Manager/Director, Social media/Web presence
What to Expect in This Program
Get Prepared for the Future of Work
Excel with practical learning and experienced instructors, all focused on your success. With an employer-driven education, you won’t just be ready for a career – you’ll be prepared to stay in front of what’s ahead.
Graduate Success
Communication Management students are prepared for project management and team leadership, having developed business knowledge and leadership skills beyond what’s possible through communication-focused diplomas and undergraduate programs. These advanced skills, combined with their communication expertise, help them play more impactful roles.
Become an essential part of success
The more you have to offer senior leadership, the more vital you are to any team. The Communication Management program develops your leadership and project management skills, deepening your understanding of organizations’ finances, labour relations and operational management.
Level up your communication skills
The tools, tactics and platforms used by professional communications are ever-evolving. Communication Management focuses on digital communications through select courses, ensuring you can confidently use them and measure their impact.
Apply your learning as you go
Communication Management allows you to apply every skill you learn as you learn it. You can choose to focus assignments on real challenges at your organization, adding value at work while reinforcing your experiential learning.
Who Should Enrol?
Turn your talents into academic success
As a Communication Management student, you confidently understand the fundamentals of persuasive strategic communication – now, you want to move into roles with more responsibility and decision-making. You want to better understand how management thinks and how organizations work, so you can help motivate change and recognize the potential for improvement.
Students that excel in this program often share these interests, skills and personality traits.
PERSONALITY TRAITS
- Adaptable
- Big-picture thinker
- Challenge-driven
- Critical thinker
- Ethical
SKILLS
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Positive attitude
- Problem solving
- Self-motivation
INTERESTS
- Communications
- Human relations
- Media
- Problem-solving
- Marketing
- Digital
- Business
- Project management
- Leadership
- Strategy
All the Information You Need
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Ensure signup goes smoothly and understand program requirements before registering. Review required documents and procedures to make sure you’re prepared to enter this program.
LOCATION, DATES AND FEES
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SCHOLARSHIPS
Celebrate and motivate your learning. Whether you’ve sprinted through the first term or just received your acceptance letter, find a variety of bursaries, scholarships and awards.
OTHER INFORMATION
Explore our Catalogue for more detailed information, including a program outline, course descriptions and everything you’ll need to plan and prepare for your future success.
DATES AND FEES
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LIST OF COURSES
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Ensure signup goes smoothly and understand program requirements before registering. Review required documents and procedures to make sure you’re prepared to enter this program.
OTHER INFORMATION
Explore our Catalogue for more detailed information, including a program outline, course descriptions and everything you’ll need to plan and prepare for your future success.
Begin Your Journey
Get Started with RRC Polytech
Start Your Registration
Quickly gain the skills you need to stay ahead of evolving industries and reach potential employers. Register today and take advantage of a flexible, part-time education designed to boost your potential and help you achieve your career goals.
Funding Your Education
Support yourself while pursuing your RRC Polytech education. You may be eligible for loans, grants and scholarships to help tackle your financial needs.
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RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.
We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.