What You Can Do with a Major in Communication

When I first came into college as a Freshman, I had no idea what major I wanted to pursue, or even how to go about searching for a good fit. I signed up for general education classes, and then dove into the world of undergraduate research, trying to find a degree that I would like to pursue. Now, two years later, I am a Senior majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. I am happy with the major that I chose, however along the way I discovered several other majors that seemed interesting. One very neat major that I found was Communication. In this article I hope to convey the purpose of a major in Communication and include the general degree requirements as well as possible careers that you could obtain by seeking this major.

With a college degree in Communication, you typically will be prepared to work in an industry based around understanding the way that people interact with one another. Job sectors that you may be involved in could be government, non-profit organizations, or advertising agencies. In Communication, you will be prepared to work in a field dealing with human communication and skillful contact with different types of people.

Some courses that you may take when pursuing an undergraduate degree in Communication would include: Interpersonal Communication, Public Speaking, and Persuasion Theory.

A major in Communication would be good for those interested in studying communication media, public and interpersonal communication, or public relations. You would develop skills in speaking, writing, and marketing.

Some possible career opportunities with a major in Communication include: speech writer, community relations professional, or public information officer.

The average starting salary for someone graduating with a degree in Communication is around $41,000.

Communication is just one among thousands of possible college majors. If you are interested in pursuing this degree, or finding out more, you may want to contact your local university for more information. You could also consider an internship in a local advertising firm. If this major is right for you, then I'm glad you found this article. If you don't feel like it's a good fit, I recommend keeping your options open. It took me two years to find the right major for me, so don't give up. Keep doing your research, and you are sure to find the right college major for you!

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