Online Master of Digital Communications Management
Boise State’s online Master of Digital Communications Management equips you with the skills to analyze media metrics and turn insights into action. You’ll create and publish professional-level content aligned with strategic goals, engage clients effectively and utilize resources to deliver project plans that achieve results.
Launch into the next phase of your career as a content, client, project and team expert.
Want to learn more? Contact us at DigitalCom@boisestate.edu
Why Choose the Online Master of Digital Communications Management?
Develop your skills in the workplace with hands-on opportunities.
One thing that distinguishes this program is our commitment to experiential learning. The practicum course integrates on-the-job training and professional development with faculty-guided reflection.
You’ll find professional opportunities such as shadowing or working with an expert in an area you want to develop.
For example, if you have extensive content creation experience but want to develop your team mentoring or client engagement skills, you’ll have the opportunity to work with an individual or organization with that expertise through DCM 570 Digital Communications Practicum.
Classes and Scheduling
The online Master of Digital Communications Management is designed for students to begin at any point in the course rotation.
- DCM 500: Available in Fall 7WK1
- DCM 510: Available Fall 7WK2
- DCM 520: Available Spring 7WK1
- DCM 530: Available Spring 7WK2
- DCM 599 Capstone: Available Summer 7WK1
- DCM 570 Practicum: Available throughout the entire year, spanning all semesters
Build your own schedule based on when you would start by making a copy of the course rotation list.
The curriculum aligns with industry standards and reflects the skills employers expect from communication experts, with a focus on real-world application.
You can also tailor your experience by choosing an emphasis in user research or conflict management, or by customizing your own emphasis with program director approval.
Career Opportunities
Communication skills in strategic messaging, audience insights, digital storytelling and public relations management are in high demand across several industries, with estimated growth in the field over the next few years.
Potential job titles include:
- Content strategist
- Media and social media relations specialist
- Marketing manager
- Media content manager
Costs and Scholarships
Investing in your education is a smart decision and Boise State’s online Master of Digital Communications Management makes the most of your investment.
The program uses an alternative fee model. Visit the alternative fees page to learn more about alternative fee programs and review specific costs.
Boise State also offers financial aid and scholarships to support your success and lower the cost of your degree.
Take the Next Step
Apply today and start your journey toward earning your degree.
Emphases and Certificates
Explore different options within the Master of Digital Communications Management.
Conflict Management Emphasis
Complete courses in conflict management, mediation and negotiation, coaching and facilitation and culture and conflict to become a more well-rounded intermediary.
User Research Emphasis
Complete courses in design anthropology fundamentals, user experience research and emerging digital cultures, and gain hands-on experience through a digital communications practicum.
Customize an Emphasis
Tailor your degree to match your career goals. You can design a custom emphasis by selecting 12 graduate-level credits that align with your professional interests and industry needs.
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Authorization
Boise State maintains authorization to offer online programs in Idaho and beyond. Detailed information about state authorization is available on the eCampus Center website.
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