Communication Pubic Relations & Advertising - La Sierra University

Communication Pubic Relations & Advertising from La Sierra University is a Campus Bachelor Public Relations degree that prepares you for a Communications career. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AND RELATED OCCUPATIONS: Communication is a diverse academic discipline. Originating from the Aristotelian tradition which stressed oral communication skills, most current Communication programs offer much more-the development of written communication skills, studies in Media, Organizational Communication, Interpersonal Communication , Journalism, Public Relations, analysis of Media Effects, Popular Culture, and Rhetoric. La Sierra University's Communication faculty recognize that communication , on both the personal and social levels, is the foundation of human interaction. People with degrees in communication work in a wide range of occupations: advertising, education, health care, human resources, marketing, organizational consulting, motivational speaking, performing arts/drama, public relations, newspaper, radio, television, film, sports promotion, politics, campaign management, and pharmaceutical sales. Our recent graduates have entered graduate programs in: Communication , Family and Marriage Therapy, Law, and Journalism. In addition to a broad education and outstanding communication skills, knowledge about a specific subject is often important. Depending on the occupation, we encourage students to combine Communication with a second major to prepare for careers in areas such as law, politics, science, education, business, management, and marketing. JOB OUTLOOK: The U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, states that "employment in the industry is projected to grow 22 percent over the 2004-14 period, compared with 14 percent for all industries combined. New jobs will be created as the economy expands and generates more products and services to advertise. Increased demand for advertising and public relations services also will stem from growth in the number and types of media outlets used to reach consumers, creating opportunity. View more details on La Sierra University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Public Relations courses.