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Communication Minor
College of Arts & Sciences
The most important aspect of any organization is the ability to get a message across. A minor in Communication prepares students to do exactly that by mastering written, verbal, and digital engagement.
about the program
The Minor in Communication assists students with the practical and analytical skills related to communication principles and technologies such as message creation, audience engagement, and community connection.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MINOR IN COMMUNICATION
- COMM 1103 Strategic Communication OR COMM 1303 Public Speaking
- COMM 1503 Mass Media and Society
- COMM 1703 Introduction to Human Communication
- COMM 2803 Communicating in a Digital World
- COMM 3803 Introduction to Public Relations
- ENGL 3113: Content Writing
Total Hours: 18 Hours
GAIN EXPERIENCE
Create, deliver, and evaluate strategic messages and gain competency through coursework and experiential activities. An internship helps will help you gain valuable experience and evidence for your digital portfolio.
Entrepreneurs, startups, established businesses, nonprofits, education, healthcare, banking, construction, and virtually every industry uses the skills you’ll learn in this minor.
Ways to Enhance Your Career
- Public Relations Associate
- Human Resources Manager
- Business Leader
- Social Media Manager
- Entrepreneur
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LISA WALLENTINE
"If you see yourself helping an organization tell its story by creating, communicating, and promoting itself to others,"
Chair, Department of Business Administration
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