Graduate Certificate in Technical Communication
The 100% online Technical Communication Graduate Certificate equips professionals with the skills to convey complex information to diverse audiences. This program focuses on technical writing, communication strategies and information design, helping professionals enhance their careers and address the rising demand for clear, impactful communicators in today’s workplace.
Graduate Certificate in Technical Communication
The 100% online Technical Communication Graduate Certificate equips professionals with the skills to convey complex information to diverse audiences. This program focuses on technical writing, communication strategies and information design, helping professionals enhance their careers and address the rising demand for clear, impactful communicators in today’s workplace.
Graduate Certificate in Technical Communication Overview
The fully online Technical Communication (TCM) Graduate Certificate empowers professionals to master the essential communication skills required to effectively present complex technical information to stakeholders, colleagues, consumer audiences, and more. These competencies are valuable not only in technical fields but also in leadership, where clear, precise communication drives organizational impact.
Additionally, the credits earned through this graduate certificate can be applied toward Purdue University’s Master of Science in Organizational Leadership and Supervision, providing a pathway to further enhance your leadership capabilities and broaden your career opportunities.
Develop Technical Communication Mastery
Students will gain job-ready skills by completing written assignments that challenge them to analyze and synthesize complex technical information, craft clear and concise copy and demonstrate a solid grasp of technical communication and organizational leadership principles.
Collaborative Project Leadership
Through team-based projects, students will engage in collaborative problem-solving, strategic decision-making and effective communication, showcasing their ability to lead and contribute in team environments.
Pathway to a Master’s Degree
Credits earned in this program can seamlessly transfer toward the Master of Science in Organizational Leadership and Supervision, providing a clear pathway to further professional growth.
A graduate certificate is a specialized credential that provides advanced knowledge in a specific field. Available to those with a bachelor’s degree, Purdue’s 100% online graduate certificates take less time than a full master’s degree program. They are valuable for individuals looking to quickly advance their careers or pivot to a new industry. Graduate certificates also can serve as a stepping stone toward a master’s degree since they allow students to earn academic credits that may apply to a future graduate program. Ask your enrollment counselor for details or learn more about graduate certificates here.
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Degree Required Courses
- TCM 51000-Effective Workplace Technical Communication
- TCM 54000-Advanced Managing Document Quality
- TCM 55000-Advanced Research Approaches in Technical & Professional Communication
The admissions process selects highly qualified applicants into the graduate certificate program by considering each of the following criteria in judging the overall strength of the applicant. Typically, no single criterion is used as a sole determinant for admission.
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
- An undergraduate grade point average of 3.00 or better (on a 4.00 scale) from an accredited institution is required for unconditional admission.
- One year of related professional work experience
- English Proficiency is required, please see here for more information.
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Top Job Titles
Technical communication prepares professionals for roles focused on creating clear, accurate, and user-centered technical content. These include Technical Writers, Proposal Writers, and Technical Editors, each responsible for developing and refining documentation, reports, and proposals. Additionally, Copy Editors and Technical Writers/Editors play key roles in ensuring clarity, consistency, and precision in technical materials across a wide range of industries.
Top Industries
Several major industries offer strong career opportunities for professionals in technical communication. These include Employment Placement Agencies, Engineering Services, and Custom Computer Programming Services, all of which rely on clear and effective technical documentation to support operations and client services. Additionally, Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services and Book Publishers depend on technical communication professionals to develop accurate content, proposals, and publications that support business and technical objectives.
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