Marietta’s communication studies major is one of the most flexible, student-driven majors on campus. Tailor it to health communication, sports management or any other career field by adding another major or minor. Take advantage of opportunities from consulting to internships, and you will graduate from Marietta with a portfolio that will impress any employer.

Here you will work closely with award-winning professors throughout the college to gain a practical blend of communication skills and in-depth knowledge of another field. You will study areas such as communication ethics, argumentation and debate, and intercultural communication. As you apply communication theory to real-world situations, you will gain a strong foundation for work or for graduate study in law, business, medicine and many other areas.

Skills you acquire with this Major
Communication Studies majors develop skills that are applicable to a wide variety of careers, including:

• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to assess and interpret communications, media theory, and public discourse
• Ability to formulate clear and persuasive messages
• Strong critical-thinking and analysis skills
• Listening, clarifying, questioning and responding skills
• Intercultural communication and the ability to work well with diverse groups
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Sample Four-Year Schedule

First Year (Fall Semester)

First Year (Spring Semester)

Second Year (Fall Semester)

Second Year (Spring Semester)

Third Year (Fall Semester)

Third Year (Spring Semester)

Fourth Year (Fall Semester)

Fourth Year (Spring Semester)

* Remember that this schedule should just be seen as a guide toward your Advertising/Public Relations degree. Your schedule can be adjusted to accommodate a second major and/or minors at the College. You will work with your academic advisor to ensure that you graduate on schedule and with classes that most interest you and lead you toward the career path that you are working to achieve.