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A Major in Communication Studies

To learn the communication and leadership skills necessary to succeed in a global world that is constantly changing.

Possible Careers:

Communication Studies is a liberal arts major that can be combined with a variety of minors to maximize your career opportunities.  Majors in Communication Studies can pursue careers in a wide range of settings, from business to government work.

Your advisor will be able to guide you in selecting a minor that will be most compatible with your goals.  Career possibilities include:

  • Intercultural and Diversity Trainer
  • Bank Manager or Loan Officer  
  • Human Resources Manager 
  • Public Relations   
  • International Study Abroad Director
  • Management    
  • Training and Development  
  • Health Communicator  
  •  Negotiation and Arbitration
  •  Counseling
  • Embassy Official
  • Military Officer
  • Sales
  • Lawyer
  • Professor
  • Administrator

Excellent major for graduate school if you are interested in:

  • International Training
  • Law
  • Counseling
  • Seminary
  • Non-governmental agencies (NGOs)
  • Human Services
  • Administration
  • Communication Studies

Meet our Faculty:

Questions?  Want to know More?

Dr. Yang Kim (yskim@mtsu.edu, website)
Dr. Linda Seward (lseward@mtsu.edu, website)
Dr. Russ Church (rchurch@mtsu.edu)
Dr. Kaylene Gebert (kgebert@mtsu.edu)

For information about Study Abroad opportunities, contact Dr. Linda Seward ( lseward@mtsu.edu ).For information about jobs and internships, visit the MTSU Career and Employment Center.



Fall Semester, 2002

MTSU Intercollegiate Debate Association.  From the left:  Okey Landers, Markesha Vaughn, Callie Greenway, John Mast, Vantha Chhoun, John Schweri, Tierra McMahon, Sara Weedman, Heather Cannon, Courtney Carver, Drew Butler, Erika Chambers, Ann-Marie Honeycutt.

Pick a major that helps you develop the skills and abilities to be a Leader!

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