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Degree A0325
Communication Studies is a broad-based discipline with foundational coursework in oral communication theory and skills development, augmented with course options that add dimension and depth to the student鈥檚 understanding of the discipline 鈥� such as interpersonal, group, organizational and intercultural communication, argumentation, journalism, forensics, and communication research methods.
The degree program requires students to critically analyze information and arguments, select and research an appropriate topic and thesis, and logically organize the supporting material into a well-crafted presentation. Students will employ appropriate verbal and nonverbal delivery skills and visual aids to present a message to an audience in a conversational and confident manner; and formulate communication solutions to problems in a range of contexts. Students will create messages appropriate for diverse audiences and listeners and develop an improved understanding of themselves as communicators.
To earn an Associate in Arts in Communication Studies for Transfer a student must complete 60 semester Units that are eligible for transfer to the CSU that consist of: IGETC pattern or CSU GE breadth and a major of at least 18 Units. Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework to receive an associate degree for transfer and all courses in the major must be completed with a C or better. Students earning an associate degree for transfer will not be required to complete any other local graduation requirements.
Required Courses
- Advertising and Promotions Managers
Advertising and Promotions Managers
SOC Career Code: 11-2011.00Plan, direct, or coordinate advertising policies and programs or produce collateral materials, such as posters, contests, coupons, or giveaways, to create extra interest in the purchase of a product or service for a department, an entire organization, or on an account basis.
Typical Hourly Salary$44.78The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$130,092.89Annual Job Openings313Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
Historical Wages - Marketing Managers
Marketing Managers
SOC Career Code: 11-2021.00Plan, direct, or coordinate marketing policies and programs, such as determining the demand for products and services offered by a firm and its competitors, and identify potential customers. Develop pricing strategies with the goal of maximizing the firm's profits or share of the market while ensuring the firm's customers are satisfied. Oversee product development or monitor trends that indicate the need for new products and services.
Typical Hourly Salary$59.52The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$167,231.21Annual Job Openings5,144Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
Historical Wages - Public Relations Managers
Public Relations Managers
SOC Career Code: 11-2032.00Plan, direct, or coordinate activities designed to create or maintain a favorable public image or raise issue awareness for their organization or client.
Typical Hourly Salary$52.55The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$149,641.83Annual Job Openings714Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
Historical Wages - Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes
SOC Career Code: 13-1011.00Represent and promote artists, performers, and athletes in dealings with current or prospective employers. May handle contract negotiation and other business matters for clients.
Typical Hourly Salary$26.67The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$90,476.86Annual Job Openings733Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
Historical Wages - Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
SOC Career Code: 13-1161.00Research conditions in local, regional, national, or online markets. Gather information to determine potential sales of a product or service, or plan a marketing or advertising campaign. May gather information on competitors, prices, sales, and methods of marketing and distribution. May employ search marketing tactics, analyze web metrics, and develop recommendations to increase search engine ranking and visibility to target markets.
Typical Hourly Salary$28.83The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$81,593.33Annual Job Openings11,878Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
Historical Wages - Producers and Directors
Producers and Directors
SOC Career Code: 27-2012.00Produce or direct stage, television, radio, video, or film productions for entertainment, information, or instruction. Responsible for creative decisions, such as interpretation of script, choice of actors or guests, set design, sound, special effects, and choreography.
Typical Hourly Salary$34.32The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$97,784.01Annual Job Openings4,464Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
Historical Wages - Media 91直播ming Directors
Media 91直播ming Directors
SOC Career Code: 27-2012.03Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in preparation of radio or television station program schedules and programs, such as sports or news.
Typical Hourly Salary$34.32The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$97,784.01Annual Job Openings4,464Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
Historical Wages - Radio and Television Announcers
Radio and Television Announcers
SOC Career Code: 27-3011.00Speak or read from scripted materials, such as news reports or commercial messages, on radio, television, or other communications media. May play and queue music, announce artist or title of performance, identify station, or interview guests.
Typical Hourly Salary$26.21The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$78,968.10Annual Job Openings320Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
Historical Wages - Reporters and Journalists
Reporters and Journalists
SOC Career Code: 27-3023.00Narrate or write news stories, reviews, or commentary for print, broadcast, or other communications media such as newspapers, magazines, radio, or television. May collect and analyze information through interview, investigation, or observation.
Typical Hourly Salary$24.24The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$80,770.85Annual Job Openings740Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
Historical Wages - Public Relations Specialists
Public Relations Specialists
SOC Career Code: 27-3031.00Promote or create an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations. May write or select material for release to various communications media. May specialize in using social media.
Typical Hourly Salary$28.62The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$76,638.49Annual Job Openings2,901Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
Historical Wages - Editors
Editors
SOC Career Code: 27-3041.00Plan, coordinate, revise, or edit written material. May review proposals and drafts for possible publication.
Typical Hourly Salary$28.06The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$82,222.26Annual Job Openings1,984Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
Historical Wages - Technical Writers
Technical Writers
SOC Career Code: 27-3042.00Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.
Typical Hourly Salary$32.72The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$99,992.99Annual Job Openings513Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
Historical Wages - Writers and Authors
Writers and Authors
SOC Career Code: 27-3043.00Originate and prepare written material, such as scripts, stories, advertisements, and other material.
Typical Hourly Salary$17.27The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$64,922.10Annual Job Openings3,118Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
Historical Wages - Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers
Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers
SOC Career Code: 27-3043.05Create original written works, such as scripts, essays, prose, poetry or song lyrics, for publication or performance.
Typical Hourly Salary$17.27The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent.
All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播Top Entry-Level EducationChart Legend- Doctoral Degree Or More
- Master's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Associate's Degree
- Some College
- Certificate
- High School Diploma Or Less
Median Salary Earnings$64,922.10Annual Job Openings3,118Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. 91直播
Historical Wages
- Advertising and Promotions Managers
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