Courses and Schedules

COM-1210 Introduction to Mass Communications II


This course investigates how technological advances in electronic media have changed the way complex organizations produce public messages. The course examines changes in the broadcast industry brought about by the invention of television and changes in the commercial networks brought about by the expansion of service providers. The course looks at how various media professions shape mass media messages, and it evaluates the effects of industry regulation. Finally, the course assesses the impact of mass communications on the global village and examines the media's influence on the way people think and behave.

Advisory: It is advisable to have knowledge in a course equivalent to COM-1200: Introduction to Mass Communications I with a grade of C or better to succeed in this course. Students are responsible for making sure that they have the necessary knowledge.

Study Methods:

Accelerated Courses (COM-1210-AC):
3 consecutive Sessions during each 12-week term
Jul 2026,  Aug 2026,  Sep 2026,  Oct 2026,  Nov 2026,  Dec 2026,  Jan 2027,  Feb 2027,  Mar 2027,  Apr 2027,  May 2027,  Jun 2027


Guided Study (COM-1210-GS):
Apr 2026,  Jun 2026,  Sep 2026,  Dec 2026,  Mar 2027,  Jun 2027


Online Courses (COM-1210-OL):
Apr 2026,  Jun 2026,  Sep 2026,  Dec 2026,  Mar 2027,  Jun 2027


Credits: 3

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