The Strategic Organization and Leadership Communication specialization, informed by theory and based on research, emphasizes the study of leadership, organizational process, structure, interaction, and the use of new communication technologies.

The Public Relations specialization is designed for public relations professionals who wish to enhance their professional credentials and for those who wish to enter this dynamic profession and be an effective public relations practitioner.

The Health Communication specialization is intended for students who wish to specialize in various contexts related to community wellness and health interaction.

The fully online Digital Media specialization is intended for journalists and other media and communication specialists to ensure students are conversant in digital video capture, editing, and production as well as social media management.