Careers in Communication

This major in communication studies boasts several career paths, and many tracks you might not have considered.

On the interpersonal/organizational track, consider the following career paths:

Human resource specialist
Training and development specialist
Personnel liaison
Internal communication specialist
Organizational training & development
Internal consultant
Labor negotiator, and recruiter
Section/branch manager
Regional manager
Store manager
Product Buyer
Community affairs coordinator
Government affairs coordinator
Account Representative
Retail salesperson
Real estate salesperson
Insurance salesperson
Career development specialist
Business analyst
Corporate communications manager
Student advising / recruitment

The media track might lead you toward careers in:

Advertising and Marketing
Agent (e.g., sports, entertainment)
Digital Communication Technology
Film/Video Arts
Community Relations
Audience, Media or News Service Researcher
Public Relations
Information Management
Media Buyer/Ad Sales

The persuasion track may lead to careers in:

Law
Speech Writer or Press Secretary
Political Consultant, Debate Coach or Analyst
Fact Checker
Public Relations
Advertising
Lobbyist
Commentator
Consumer Advocate
Book Publicist, Agent
Campaign Manager
Community Relations
Ministry
Legislator
Motivational Speaker, Spokesperson
Communication Consultant
Fundraiser