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A Communication Studies major or minor is able to find a career in....

Academic Advisor Fundraiser Hospitality Representative
Actor Alumni Relations Coordinator Human Resources Associate
Archivist/Historian Attorney Industrial PR Executive
Broadcaster Interpreter
Business Development Manager Investor Relations Director
Career Services Associate Case Worker Legislative Aide Loan Officer
Civic Affairs Representative Lobbying Researcher
College Admissions Officer Lobbyist Management Supervisor
Communication Consultant Management Trainee
Communication Specialist Marketer Mediator
Consultant Non-Profit Administrator
Consumer Affairs Specialist Paralegal Patient Advocate Manager
Copyeditor Personal Assistant
Copywriter Political Campaign Worker
Corporate Communications Preschool/Elementary Teacher
Corporate Trainer Press Secretary
Director of Development Professor
Editor Educational Affairs Director Promotional Campaign Director
Employee Publications Specialist Public Information Officer
Employee Relations Spokesperson Public Relations Associate
Event Coordinator Publicist Recreational Supervisor
Research Analyst Research Assistant
Sales Representative Sports Information Specialist
Staff Writer Teacher
Technical Writer Tour Guide
Travel Agent Volunteer Coordinator
Executive Search Consultant Wedding/Event Planner
Flight Attendant  

Note: This list is not the complete and definitive list. Its purpose is to stimulate thought, prompt investigation, and endless optimism for your future goals. Remember, your job options are as wide and varied as your interests, talents, and imagination!
 

What else can you do with a Communication Studies Degree?

Communication Studies majors and minors find opportunities in the positions mentioned above and in many other types of positions and industries. Graduates also pursue graduate degrees in law, business, communication, journalism, medicine, and other fields. The writing and communication skills gained in this major prepares graduates for future employment in almost any field of interest. Always think creatively about where you would like to launch your career. (Source: Job Prospects for Speech , Career Exploration Center in Jester at The University of Texas-Austin)
 

Do you need more reasons to become a Communication Studies Major or Minor?

There are many potential career opportunities available for those with Communication Studies degrees. The ability to communicate effectively is often cited as the skill rated number one for career advancement across all professions. Examples of communication careers include, but are not limited to, teaching, sales, human relations, customer service, social services, management, public relations, advertising, media, fund raising, law, politics, consulting, and publishing. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, nine of the possible career paths mentioned above will be the biggest generators of new jobs over the next ten years.

Furthermore, the Department of Labor states that among the most important qualities for high job performance are: listening, speaking, creative thinking, decision making, problem solving, reasoning, self-esteem, sociability, self management, integrity, and honesty. All of which are skills and qualities that we help you to perfect as a Communication Studies scholar.

Additionally, a survey of 44 supervisors published in The Bulletin of Business Communication identified six of the most important skills in business success to be: (1) Paying attention to what others are saying, (2)Understanding what others are saying, (3) Establishing credibility with others, (4) Dealing with others in an objective and fair manner, (5) Giving directions clearly, and (6) Motivating others to action. These too are skills and abilities that one can expect to learn in a Communication Studies course.

So how can you become a Communication Studies major or minor?

For more information about communication studies careers, we encourage you to set up an appointment with one of our faculty by calling the Communication Studies office at  (608)663-3413 or email Kelly Mella at
kmella@edgewood.edu.

As part of our curriculum, we also offer exciting opportunities to apply communication knowledge and skills through student/faculty research, community service, and internships. Madison and surrounding areas offer a plethora of internships and a chance to build experience and expertise. By meeting one on one with your Communication Studies advisor, you can select and locate work experience that will help you to hit the ground running when you finish your degree!

The research conducted within the department and our service learning provides other opportunities to apply what has been learned in class. Here the focus is on applying theory and knowledge in a way that benefits the larger community or society. Through this experience, students acquire valuable skills and additional work experience while learning from and serving others.

 


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