Communication Studies- Bachelor of Arts in Applied Communication

For information contact the Department of Interdisciplinary and Communication Studies at ICS@MiamiOH.edu or 513-785-3055.

Communication is broadly defined as the process people use to generate meaning through messages across a variety of different contexts, channels, and cultures. The Communication Studies major provides students with a strong core foundation in the study of communication, while also providing students advanced studies in particular communication contexts. As a communication studies graduate, students could pursue a wide variety of careers ranging from Training and Development Manager, Meeting and Event Planning, Advertising and Promotions Managers, or Sales Manager. The Communication Studies program emphasizes human identity and diversity, quantitative research competency, and 21st century communication skills.

Students with a major in Health Communication or the Department of Media, Journalism, and Film may not declare an additional major in Communication Studies.

Program Requirements