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Many jobs require a college educated individual. College graduates can use their education in a wide variety of occupations. Many graduates in Speech Communication pursue graduate work in their emphases. They are also afforded a variety of career options in education, government, business and industry, and broadcasting.
Graduates specializing in communication theory and organizational communication often find satisfying careers in communication consulting / training and conference planning. Graduates with an emphasis in public address and rhetoric often achieve success in law, industrial and organizational communication, educational administration, public relations, speech writing and theology. The emphasis in communication disorders provides a solid background for students pursuing careers in education, health care (i.e., schools, community clinics, hospitals), and vocational rehabilitation. The broadcasting / telecommunication emphasis prepares students for careers in radio, television, cable, public affairs, sales and marketing, advertising, management, production and engineering. Theater careers are open to graduates with specialties in stagecraft, sound, engineering, script-writing, directing, and acting.
Skills Related to Speech Communication Ability to read and write articulately and analytically Ability to formulate clear, persuasive messages Good listening, clarifying, questioning and responding skills Ability to analyze, interpret, and appropriately convey physical & social events and behaviors to others Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure Relate well to people of varying backgrounds Respond quickly and effectively to unexpected circumstances Demonstrated ability to solve problems and make decisions