Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies - Interpersonal Communication

This program focuses on communication interaction between individuals and the impact each has on the other. The program provides grounding in the power of communication to affect outcomes and relations across a variety of settings. Often, coursework may examine relationship development in families, social settings, and work. Typical careers include social services, human relations, interpersonal consulting, affirmative action’s, sales, and counseling. Why Study Communication Studies Interpersonal? Communication Studies is the academic discipline which studies communication. Students discover the many strategies of how to effectively communicate with different groups of people in varying situations. Coverage includes person-to-person communication such as in counseling, peer advising, personnel management and other business and corporate positions. Students may also study persuasion and message construction strategies that are helpful in sales and management areas. Speech communication is a broad degree that can lead to job opportunities in many different fields. Skills and experiences gained through co-curricular activities, internships, part-time jobs, and volunteering are critical in shaping a career path. Speech communication is also good preparation for graduate school in many disciplines. Students desiring careers in training, development, fund-raising and similar fields may wish to major in Communication Studies. Related Skills Effective oral and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills Effective writing capability Creativity – using sounds, color, imagery and art Reporting and computer skills Ability to create influential and effective messages Strong research capabilities Critical thinking skills Attention to detail and well organized Learn to work well individually and on a team, and develop leadership skills. Understanding of different cultures