Master of Professional Studies in Environmental Communication and Participatory Processes

This study area addresses the communicative dynamics of attitudinal formation. Decisionmaking, public policy, public participation, campaign development, organizational effectiveness, conflict prevention and resolution, which all hinge on the ability of participants to communicate and use information effectively, strategically and ethically. GPES students with this option will be prepared to enter diverse arenas of industry, nongovernment organizations and government structures well equipped to effectively facilitate and participate in effective interactions among individual citizens, nongovernment organizations, publics, agencies, bureaucracies, scientists and others. They will have in their toolboxes the skills and understandings that will allow them to choose the more appropriate and effective process structures and strategies to reach objectives.

Transcripts of an earned bachelor's degree from a recognized institution with an academic record showing at least a B average for junior and senior years of the baccalaureate program or for the master's program.

TOEFL iBT score of 80 and above
TOEFL paper-based score of 550 and above
IELTS score of 6.0 (with no less than 5 in Writing)