Communication/communication Studies

A program in communication studies requires 18 hours of course work in communication studies beyond the general education requirement, including scom 240, scom 241 and a minimum of nine hours of courses at the 300 level and three hours at the 400 level. before a student begins a minor in communication studies, the school director and the student's adviser must approve his or her planned program of study.

Many opportunities are available as a result of our well-organized program. getting involved in internships, practicum and directed projects can help students to "learn by doing".though an internship is not required to complete the major, students are encouraged to seek out those opportunities through their own efforts or by contacting the internship coordinators. students are also encouraged to consider directed projects, which may include opportunities for undergraduate research. . in addition, the debate team and the individual events team are examples of programs through which students could gain practical experiences related to their field of study. students should consult with the faculty coordinator of the area in which they are interested for more information.

• Type: Mandatory

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Students of communication studies develop skill competencies required for effective interaction and leadership in communities, workplaces and groups. some of these skills include: speaking interacting in small groups using nonverbal communication skills such as use of space, voice, gaze and facial expressions constructing persuasive messages and campaigns using computers for word processing, statistical analysis, desktop publishing, graphic design, web page construction and browsing the internet analyzing communication at all levels including interpersonal, small group and organizational persuading successfully using language effectively writing effectively mediating and resolving conflicts listening and problem solving such careers are part of the following fields: consulting entertainment hospitality industry management personnel politics sales teaching

Work while you study

First-year students can only work on campus, and only under certain conditions. In the second year, students can work in practical, curricular or elective jobs. Students may be allowed to consider other types of employment, depending on their circumstances.

Partnerships

Most universities in United States have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. James Madison University has partnerships with the following companies: