Master of Arts in English: Technical and Professional Communication

What is Technical and Professional Communication?

Technical and Professional Communication is dynamic field with many career opportunities! Specialists in this field combine their expertise in communication and media technology to produce, develop, support, manage, and analyze information and data for accessible, equitable use.

A skills-based curriculum can quickly become outdated as technologies become obsolete and new technologies emerge to replace them. However, an NMSU Online graduate degree in Technical and Professional Communication, which combines theory and practice, prepares our students to adapt and apply critical thinking to the contexts in which they write. This makes NMSU Online grads invaluable assets to even the most rapidly-changing industries and communities.

What can I expect in this program?

36 credits [2 years if full time, 9 credits/semester; students may also enroll part time]
Asynchronous course delivery to accommodate student schedules and needs
Course delivery in multiple modalities, including writing, video, reading, and practicum assignments
Curriculum combines concepts and theory with practical application and skill building
Capstone requirement culminates in a Professional Portfolio
Expert faculty with academic expertise, as well as professional industry and non-profit experience
One-on-one faculty advising with individualized feedback and mentoring available via Zoom, email, and phone

What can you do with a Technical and Professional Communication graduate degree?

Expand and sharpen your communication and communication technology skills. Gain on-the-job experience through internship and practicum opportunities. Strengthen your resume with new technical and communicative skills, professional capacities, and work experience. Create a professional portfolio or website to evidence your specific communication skills. Pursue additional education and certificates (e.g. PhD in Technical and Professional Communication). Receive individualized guidance on your job search and application materials.

Career opportunities in Technical and Professional Communication

Graduates of the Master of Arts in English: Technical and Professional Communication degree program at NMSU Online are well prepared for a range of professional roles. Examples of possible career paths include: