Communication Studies

Communication Studies is a broad-based discipline that teaches students to give a well-crafted presentation through critical analysis of information and arguments, selecting and researching an appropriate topic and thesis, and logically organizing the supporting material. This program will provide students with foundational coursework in oral communication theory and skills development, as well as course options to add dimension and depth to the student’s understanding of communication. This includes interpersonal, group,organizational and intercultural communication, argumentation, journalism, forensics and communication research methods.

The following websites will provide information on typical areas, type of employers that hire in this field, salary information and projected job trends

• www.whatcanidowiththismajor.com
• https://www.bls.gov/ooh/
• https://www.onetonline.org

Communication Studies helps students develop and improve their understanding of human communication through both theoretical and practical exploration. National workplace surveys have shown that communications skills are ranked as the top attribute sought by potential employers, as communication competency is critical to achieving excellence. Even presidential candidates and CEOs routinely participate in training to improve their communication abilities.

Using verbal and nonverbal delivery skills and visual aids, students will learn how to present a message to an audience in a conversational and confident manner. They will formulate communication solutions to problems in a range of contexts, create messages for diverse audiences and listeners, and develop an improved understanding of themselves as communicators.

• Meet With a Counselor
• Talk with a Professor
• Take a Career & Life Planning Course (COUN 5)

• AA-T Communication Studies 2.0 Requirements
• Guided Pathways Suggested Course Sequence
• General Educational Pattern (CSU/IGETC)