Communication Studies - Clark College

Communication Studies from Clark College is a Campus Associate Media Studies degree that prepares you for a Communications career. Working with people requires excellent oral communication skills. Communication skills are some of the most important skills employers look for in college students preparing for the workplace, regardless of major or degree . Clark College offers courses in interpersonal, small group, and public speaking, as well as studies in mass communication , cross-cultural, and persuasion theory. Effective communication is vital for success in most careers. Communication Studies courses enhance many degree programs and can help students develop skills that are beneficial for a variety of different fields. Students pursuing an associate in arts, an applied science degree , or a certificate of proficiency can benefit from Communication Studies courses, and many four-year degree programs require that students take at least one Communication Studies course. Students pursuing a four-year degree in Communication Studies are strongly advised to consult a Communication Studies faculty member and an advisor from their transfer institution for assistance in planning their degree program. Competitive Speaking and Debate Team Students who enjoy public speaking will find a prestigious home on the Clark College Competitive Speaking and Debate Team. The team has a long history of success having won state, regional, and national championships. The team's notoriety extends around the globe, as team members have traveled to Italy, Spain, Czech Republic and Great Britain to compete. Communication Studies Endowment Scholarship The Communication Studies Department has an endowed schol-arship that is awarded each year to one student. Interested students should see the department faculty for course-related requirements. Career Opportunities Students often ask: ?What can I do with a communication degree?? Choosing the best educational path to a satisfying job and success-ful career can be difficult for a student. In a national survey of 1000 human resource managers, oral communication skills are identified as valuable for both obtaining information and successful job perfor-mance. Fortune 500 executives indicate that college students need better communication skills, as well as the ability to work in teams and with people from diverse backgrounds. A degree in communica-tion is useful for the following careers: Administrative Services Lobbyist Advertising Police Officer College Professor Politics Conflict Resolution Marketing Specialist Marriage Counselor Customer Service Mediation Government Negotiator Consulting Public Relations Health Communication Radio & Television Hotel Management Broadcasting Human Development Social Services International Relations View more details on Clark College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Media Studies courses.