Interesting Career Paths for Communications Majors

January 8, 2021

Incorporating writing, oration, media studies, film, and more, the field of communications is multi-disciplinary, helping students prepare for careers in a variety of fields. At John Cabot University, communications students are taught through a variety of practical approaches, such as public speaking, digital video production, graphic design, and writing for the media. The combination of interpersonal and technical skills acquired ensures that students graduate with a solid foundation on which to build a professional path. Here are some examples of careers you can pursue as a graduate with a communications degree.  

Media and Broadcasting 

Media and broadcasting are popular fields that offer a huge variety of career opportunities. With the technical training and creative skills that come with an education in communications, graduates can seek a career in journalism, writing, advertisement, marketing, production, and more. Within each of these fields, there is a huge range of jobs that you can choose from: from editorial assistant to the producer, from technical director to a news reporter, from project manager to editorial assistant, the options are almost endless.

 

In addition to a wide selection of interesting courses and the availability of skilled professors to guide your way, John Cabot University has a Film, Media, and Communications Society to help students interested in pursuing this type of career path develop their skills. This club serves as a meeting place where students can collaborate with one another, develop technical skills, and begin to build their professional portfolios. 

Politics 

The field of politics is always in need of innovative, analytical, sharp-minded professionals to assist political candidates in a variety of ways. Communications students are equipped with proficiencies in both interpersonal and technical matters, making them a valuable asset when it comes to managing political campaigns. Within politics, a communications degree could help you get a position as a researcher, speechwriter, or press secretary, among others. 

At John Cabot University, communications students interested in pursuing a professional path within politics may practice their skills through the JCU Student Government Organization, a student governmental body that provides participants with the opportunity to test out their political proficiencies. 

Public Relations 

Public relations is another major field that communications graduates will excel in. PR professionals are adept in their ability to manage the flow of information and effective communication from businesses to the general public. PR professionals are multi-modal, proficient in many of the skills that you will develop while you study communications, such as social media, speech writing, face-to-face communications, and memo writing, among others. While studying abroad at JCU, you can further your preparation for a career in public relations by becoming involved with some of Rome’s most well-known organizations through internships offered by our Center for Career Services

 

Communications graduates are well-equipped for careers in public relations

 

Do you want to study communications at a university in Italy

Contact John Cabot University for more information! 

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