Digital Communication Leadership MA Curriculum Requirements

Emerson College’s online Digital Communication Leadership graduate program features a 32-credit curriculum option and a 28-credit Executive Format option. Housed in the School of Communication, both formats of the program are entirely online and asynchronous, meaning you can take courses from anywhere and at any time that works best for your schedule. Students can begin in the fall or spring term.

Sample Curriculum Map (September–December)*

The following is a sample curriculum map based on the standard 32-credit, full-time, one-year-long schedule. You can also complete the degree part-time in two years and start the degree in the spring (January) semester to fit your needs.* For full course information, review our course catalog.

Fall Semester 1 (8 Credits)

  • Project Management and Communication
  • Leading Organizational Change

Spring Semester 1 (8 Credits)

  • Leading Effective Teams
  • Inclusive Leadership and Conflict Management

Summer Semester 1 (8 Credits)

  • Digital Crisis Management
  • User Experience Design

Fall Semester 2 (8 Credits)

  • Cross-Platform Audience Strategy and Messaging
  • Online Content Strategy

*Subject to change