Why Major in Communications?
Today’s employers are looking to hire communicators. Recent studies show that the ability to speak and write well, engage others in conversation, and work as a team are skills that every employer ranks as top on their “wish list.” Majoring in communications at Penn State Brandywine can help you get there.
With a B.A. in communications, students will emerge ready to begin a career in many exciting fields including digital media, broadcasting, advertising, promotions, public relations, publishing, fundraising, and special events planning.
Graduation and Beyond
Skills learned while pursuing a bachelor of arts in communications allow graduates to pursue their dream jobs: digital or social media specialist, broadcaster, advertising or public relations specialist, journalist, editor, fundraiser, special events planner, or product marketing/brand strategist.
Because of the diversity in the communications major, graduates succeed in many industries: public and nonprofit, education, healthcare, business and industry, media, and government and are prepared for advanced professional or graduate study.