Dr. Peter Cardon

Professor

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Biography

Pete Cardon teaches a variety of business communication courses and researches team communication, technology-mediated communication, and intercultural business communication. He previously served as President of the Association for Business Communication and has held marketing management positions in both tourism and manufacturing industries. In addition to his teaching roles, he has authored 'Business Communication: Developing Leaders in a Networked World' and co-authored 'Business Professional Communication: Putting People First.' Cardon has a wealth of experience in higher education, previously teaching at the University of South Carolina for six years and Utah State University for three years.

Research Interests

Artificial Intelligence Business Communication Digital Communication Digital Platforms Future Work Technology Mediated Communication Virtual Teams

Courses

BUCO-593 Independent Research Management Communication GSBA-501 Role of the Manager GSBA-593 Independent Research Business GSBA-542 Communication Management

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.