Professional Communications
Professional Communications






Professional Communications
Prepare for a career by learning skills valued by employers across the world: skills and theories of oral, written and mediated communications. You will develop ethical know-how to communicate with diverse audiences. Whether you need to write a letter, give a speech, post a blog, make a video or leverage the power of social media, a major in Professional Communications will prepare you for what lies ahead.
Program Highlights
- Available completely online.
- Grounded in theory, ethics, application and real-world experience.
- Active faculty engaged in research, editing, publishing and service on state, regional, and national boards and committees.
- Ideal for transfer students.
- Education Abroad opportunities that build global communication skills and perspective.
Program Distinctions
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Interdisciplinary and cooperative program between English, Mass Communications and Communication Studies.
- One of two Minnesota schools with accreditation by Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications for the Mass Communications program.
Continuing Education
University Facts & Stats
- 93% of communication studies and English graduates employed
- Average class size: 23 students
- $106 million in scholarships loans and grants
- Top 3% of the most affordable universities in Forbes' "America's Top Colleges" ranking
Popular Careers
- Social media strategist
- Public Relations manager
- Marketing manager
- Communications director
- Account supervisor
- Copywriter