As organizations become more interrelated locally and globally, individuals who demonstrate effective communication skills will become more valuable. Professional communication helps students enhance their marketability in today's business environment through the integration of theory and practice and the development of essential interpersonal and organizational skills.
The degree is ideal for individuals with an interest in administrative, supervisory or managerial positions that require an understanding of communication strategy and theory, critical analysis, and the management of organizations and group interactions.
Students may use the degree to launch their professional career or as the foundation for graduate program or law school.
Advertising; broadcasting; business administration; corporate communications; health care administration; human resource manager; marketing and promotions; politics; publishing; public relations; public service administration; public speaking; speech writing.
The major requires 30 credit hours (10 courses). The minor requires 21 credits (7 courses). More...

Bachelor's in Professional Communication '05,
Master's in Leadership Studies '09
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