1. Careers in
Mollie Quinn
Communications
Brandon Farmer
Andrea Schwienteck
Stephen Corbin
Halimah Saalakhan
2. Communication Major Tracks
Human Communication Studies Track
Journalism/Public Relations Track
Media Production Track
Media Studies Track
3. Major Tracks Information
Media Production Track
This track focuses on preparing students for a wide range of
careers in the electronic media industry
Students are ready to enter the industry once they have
completed this course
Media Studies Track
This track focuses on mass communication, it highlights courses
in media management, analysis and creative writing.
Students who pursue the Media Studies Track teaches you to
critically examine all types of media - including film, television,
advertising, journalism and digital media - to understand how it
impacts, and is impacted by society.
4. Major Tracks Information
Human Communication Studies Track-
This Track’s focus on organizational, interpersonal and
intercultural communication uniquely prepares students
for being desired by employers in a wide variety of
business contexts.
It focuses on skills in one-on-one, small group, public and
media environments in the workplace as well.
Journalism/Public Relations Track-
Students learn the ins and outs of journalism and public
relations principles, including the traditions, issues and
theories underlying both fields.
It focuses on preparing the student for careers in the
journalism field.
5. References
Salisbury University Communication Arts
Website
Wellfonder, Jackie. "Communication Arts."
Communication Arts. Salisbury University,
n.d. Web. 21 Jan. 2013.
Notes de l'éditeur
Voice- In order for you to be successful with your degree, you have to know where your passion is. First you must decide what you want to focus on with your communication major. There are 4 different tracks offered at Salisbury University.
Voice- The media production track is great for students that have interests in movie and television production. This track continues to broaden the horizons of the students and educates them on the new technology advances in media production while also giving them the knowledge of what has paved the way for these advances. Students who take this track get into careers from producers to movie critics. The media studies track gives students the skills that can translate into a variety of careers. If critical thinking and writing interest you, you could become a film or television critic and write media reviews for a newspaper or magazine.Students who pursue the Media Studies Track could go on to careers in Broadcasting to Advertising/Marketing.
Voice- The Human Communication Studies track focuses on developing the skills necessary in creating good relationships in the workforce. It also addresses the impact of new technologies and cultural diversities on our daily interactions. This track would be great for anyone interested in getting a job in the government, education, and healthcare. The journalism/ public relations track is fantastic for the students who ever had the thought of being on the school newspaper or managing the schools website. It educates the students on how journalism works and how it has become what it is today. This track will prepare the students for careers from social media, government, to newspaper production.
