Why Communication Studies?
Famous Communication Studies
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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 |
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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.
Contact
HReichling@edgewood.edu for more information or problems with the
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