Northern Illinois University
Department of Communication
Undergraduate Emphasis: Communication, Culture, & Advocacy

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“What can I do with a degree
in Communication?”

The Communication, Culture and Advocacy emphasis can prepare students for the following careers.
Note: This list is not exhaustive. It provides a sample of possible occupations.

  • Public Relations Director
  • Philanthropic Representative
  • Public Information Officer
  • Corporate Communications Staff
  • Speech Writer
  • Legislative Assistant
  • Human Rights Officer
  • Campaign Research Specialist
  • Community Relations Liaison
  • College Recruiter
  • Regional Manager
  • Human Resources Manager
  • Retailer
  • Project Coordinator
  • Fund Raiser
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Travel Agent
  • Management Trainee

Sample Employers:

  • Government Agencies
  • Political Parties
  • Political Office Holders
  • Convention Centers
  • Real Estate Development Firms
  • Non-Profit Organizations
  • News Media
  • Public Relations Agencies
  • Universities and Colleges
  • Chambers of Commerce
  • Health Care Facilities
  • United Way
  • Economic Development Firms
  • Advertising Agencies
  • Red Cross
  • Marketing Firms or Departments

Cool Resources for CCA students:

Government & Political Associates Consortium
Gradschools.Com
Lawschools.Com
National Communication Association
American Communication Association
Legal Employment Search Site
Non-Profit Jobs
Federal Jobs Digest

 

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Requirements for Graduation

Media
Organizational and Corporate Communication