What Can I do With a Degree In Communications?

Are you considering majoring in communications, but aren't sure what careers it will prepare you for? This site is designed to explore some of the numerous opportunities open to you. The major will prepare students for a variety of careers including but not limited to:

For information on these careers and others, please consult the following links:

• Sonoma State University Communications Department
  Want to know more about SSU's Communications Department? 
• Tennessee at Chattanooga, The Department of Communication: Careers in Journalism and Mass Communication
  An excellent site that identifies career areas, employers and ideas to increase your employment marketability.
• Careers in Journalism and Communications; University of Manitoba
  This site suggests career opportunities as well as provides links to journalism and communication sites.

What skills are used?

Careers in communications share similar characteristics where skills are concerned. Skills include the ability to manage and direct others, prepare reports, plan budgets, understand concepts and systems, carry out instructions, and the ability to take responsibility. Strong language and communication skills are important as is current knowledge of computers.

Where are the jobs?

Employment for communication majors can be found in Education, Government, Broadcasting Companies, Radio, Newspapers and Private Companies.

How much will I earn?

For salary information, please click on the links below:

JobSmart Salary Survey
WAGEWEB
Occupational Outlook Handbook

You can also come to the Career Services and utilize the National Association of Colleges and Employers Salary Survey which lists national starting offer averages by major and by occupation. It is published every three months and has the most up to date information available.

Where can I learn more?

The Career Services is located in Salazar 1070 and has extensive information for communication related careers. Resources of interest include: Choices & Eureka (computerized career exploration programs), Career Library (over 500 books related to careers), Internship & Job Postings, Community Involvement Program (volunteer for credit and experience) and much, much more.