Communication Studies is committed to preparing graduates to communicate effectively and excel at examining the role of messages in various types of human relationships, organizations, cultures, and social institutions. We are committed to promoting life-long learning by preparing graduates who have developed their ability to think critically; speak and write exceptionally; analyze and interpret m
essages thoughtfully; and creatively craft and present messages through a variety of mediums. The UCM Communication Studies degree program represents the most contemporary educational trend in preparing professionals in the rapidly changing field of communication across media, contexts, channels, and cultures. This major emphasizes providing students with nationally demanded communication related skills, consistent with placement requirements for entry level positions in a variety of industries. The modern organization seeks the knowledge worker who is valued for their aptitude to move from entry level competencies to life-long relational competencies. Thus, the program is inclusive and complimentary to related areas such as digital media, sociology and public relations. Our major is highly customizable, allowing students the opportunity to create a program that reflects the skills and content interests of the student. Our major prepares students for professional life in areas such as: communication manager, consultant, client relations, social media coordinator, non-profit management, mediator, recruiter, trainer, etc.; and is a perfect pre-professional degree for students seeking continued education in law; seminary; or graduate level communication programs. In addition, understanding messages provides students with skills for life; to manage a variety of relational settings including: family, work, friends, and community.
