Master of Arts in Media
The Department of Media Master of Arts program is an exciting opportunity for graduate students to hone their skills in a dynamic and innovative setting. A blend of theory and practice, the program focuses on collaboration and experimentation, and is a great way to prepare for success in the ever-evolving media landscape.
Our Accelerated Master's Program (AMP) for qualified Ball State undergraduates allows students to begin their graduate studies early and complete both degrees in five years, not only saving time and money but also giving students a head start on their careers.
35 credits
Required Courses, 14 credits:
*MDIA 670 is taken two times for one credit hour each time for a total of two credit hours toward the degree
Media Electives, 6 credits from:
CCIM Electives, 9 credits from:
| EMDD 600 | Usability and Evaluation Research Methods | 3 |
| EMDD 610 | Theories and Frameworks in Human-Computer Interaction | 3 |
| EMDD 620 | Emerging Media and Design Thinking | 3 |
| EMDD 630 | Nonlinear and Interactive Storytelling | 3 |
| EMDD 640 | Transmedia Storytelling and Publishing | 3 |
| EMDD 650 | Interactive Media Design and Development | 3 |
| EMDD 660 | Applied Research Lab | 3 TO 9 |
| ICS 600 | Survey of Management | 3 |
| ICS 601 | Foundations of Information and Communication Sciences | 3 |
| ICS 602 | Human Communication: Process and Theory | 3 |
| ICS 605 | Interpersonal Management Skills | 3 |
| ICS 623 | Systems Engineering in Information & Communication Technology | 3 |
| ICS 624 | Knowledge Management | 3 |
| ICS 625 | Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | 3 |
| ICS 634 | Project Management | 3 |
| ICS 640 | Information and Communication Industry | 3 |
| ICS 653 | Issues in Communication Consultation | 3 |
| ICS 660 | Human Factors, Needs Assessment, and User-Driven Design | 3 |
| ICS 662 | Usability Testing | 3 |
| JOUR 651 | Social Media Analytics and Engagement | 3 |
| PR 605 | Business Fundamentals and Entrepreneurship in Public Relations | 3 |
| PR 662 | Case Studies of Global, Digital and Ethical Public Relations Practice | 3 |
| PR 680 | Journalism and Mass Communication Research Methods | 3 |
| COMM 601 | Introduction to Communication Studies | 3 |
| COMM 602 | Quantitative Research in Communication | 3 |
| COMM 605 | Qualitative Research in Communication | 3 |
| COMM 655 | Instructional Communication | 1-3 |
Capstone, 6 credits
* Students taking THES 698 or CRPR 698 must take it for 6 credits
* Students taking the 3-credit MDIA 698 or RES 697 option must take an additional 3 credits from the CCIM or MDIA electives listed above
Other courses that meet the student’s needs may be substituted, assuming that the student meets the course prerequisites and is pre-approved by the program coordinator. Courses from English, history, theatre, marketing, art, music technology, architecture, and the Teachers College may be particularly useful supplements to the study of media.
Accelerated Master's Program
Undergraduate students accepted to the Accelerated Master's Program (AMP) most commonly take courses from the following list: MDIA 550, MDIA 601, MDIA 630, MDIA 602, and MDIA 610.
Total Credit Hours: 35