Communications Degree

The communications program at Ottawa University – Milwaukee prepares the student to enter the fields of advertising, marketing, organizational communication, public relations, publishing, human resources, law, criminal justice, politics, public administration, and more. The program focuses on the scientific, humanistic, and critical study of human communication in a variety of formats, media, and contexts. Program courses include: intercultural communication, speaking and listening, verbal and nonverbal interaction, rhetorical theory and criticism, argumentation and persuasion, technologically mediated communication, and popular culture. Get more details below including other Florida colleges that offer communications degrees.

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Ottawa University – Milwaukee

Also known as OU - Milwaukee

1756 North Congress Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL

OU - Milwaukee provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Brookfield, WI and operated as a private institution. The school maintains an American Baptist affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. The higher teacher/student ratio and access to faculty is due primarily to the smaller enrollment, nearly 410 students, maintained by Ottawa University - Milwaukee.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business Administration
• Accounting
• Human Services
• Communications
• Psychology

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff.

Tuition is approximately $10,000 annually, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

Students should visit the Ottawa University - Milwaukee website to see a complete list of academic programs offered, student services, and more that is available at this school.

Career Options for Graduates

Communications Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in communications, such as organizational communications, public relations, radio/television broadcasting, and journalism. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Radio and Television Announcers

Description

Speak or read from scripted materials, such as news reports or commercial messages, on radio or television. May announce artist or title of performance, identify station, or interview guests.

Public Address System and Other Announcers

Description

Make announcements over public address system at sporting or other public events. May act as master of ceremonies or disc jockey at weddings, parties, clubs, or other gathering places.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, public address system and other announcers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.9% from 2014 to 2024

Public Relations Specialists

Description

Engage in promoting or creating an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations. May write or select material for release to various communications media.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, public relations specialists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.2% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).