The field of communication is growing quickly, and there are many opportunities if you have the right education. After all, understanding how people communicate is a skill with unlimited applications in the working world.

You can gain that education by choosing the organizational communication and public relations track within Marietta’s strategic communication major. Study theory and research in small classes taught by award-winning faculty, and then put that knowledge into practice through internships, group projects and ventures with outside clients. Courses in training development, health communication, public relations, communication ethics and crisis communication are just a few of the options.

You will gain a solid background in communication within organizations, between organizations and with outside audiences. Graduates have an excellent track record in a variety of exciting careers. 

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.