This program introduces students to the field of human communication through courses in journalism, newscasting, sales and marketing, video production and mass media. This associate's degree program is designed for students seeking entry-level employment in this field or further education resulting in a four-year baccalaureate degree. Theories of communication and liberal arts are combined with a hands-on approach to mass communication media. The importance of communication in individual relationships, societal settings, corporate structures and global interdependence is emphasized.

Note: Course Outline is for information purposes only. See College Catalog for Official Program Requirements and Course Descriptions.

Program CoursesCredits
ART111
Introduction To Theater3
CIS198
Web Design3
COM101
Audio Production I3
COM103
Journalism I3
COM110
Principles Of Public Relations3
COM207
Video Production 13
COM211
Interviewing Theory & Practice3
COM222
Communication Internship2
ENG202
Oral Communication3
ENG203
Effective Communication3
ZZZ301
Elective: Area 1 - Arts & Humanities3
Total Credits32
General Education CoreCredits
COM105
Introduction To Mass Media3
ENG103
English Composition3
FRS101
College Insights3
KBD100
Keyboarding1
ZZZ303
Elective: Area 3 - Social Science3
ZZZ304
Elective: Area 4 - Behavioral Science3
ZZZ326
Open Elective3
ZZZ331
Elective: Area 2a - Math3
Total Credits22
Related CoursesCredits
CIS174
Computer Applications/Windows3
MKT103
Advertising Principles3
Total Credits6
 
Communications Career Outlook
Communications is a growing, rapidly changing and innovative career area. Communications is among the top five up-and-coming careers that are well suited to our ever-changing society and to the needs of the global marketplace.
Communications

“During my time at Briarwood, my instructors made sure that I was working to the best of my ability, whether it was reporting news, producing commercials or sportscasting. Another wonderful part of my education was an internship at a radio station, that later catapulted me into the job I have now.”
Alison Demers, Class of 1994
Announcer, WRCH, Hartford, CT

 

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