MA in Communication Studies and Master of Business Administration in Austin United States | University of Texas at Austin

The Graduate Studies Committee (GSC) creates, revises, and upholds the regulations, guidelines, and academic standards for the Communication Studies graduate program. These details can be found in the annually updated Graduate Student Handbook, accessible here for student reference. Enrolled graduate students must follow the policies and degree requirements set during their initial semester. Our graduate program offers personalized education paths, with students crafting individualized study plans alongside their selected advisory committees. Typically, students complete the M.A. program within two years.
The McCombs School of Business' foundational curriculum equips you to establish, operate, and guide value-driven organizations. Following one semester of core classes, you'll design your own academic path—with over 70% of coursework being elective. You'll pick your specialization, choose from 100+ elective courses, pursue fellowships, enter competitions, secure internships, study internationally, and graduate ready to thrive in today's dynamic business landscape.
Dual degree programs enable students to obtain two master's degrees concurrently in about three years. Moody College of Communication provides combined M.A. programs with potential specializations in Advertising, Communication Studies, Journalism and Media, and Radio-Television-Film.