With an area of concentration in Communication Studies you will study public speaking and communication, both verbal and nonverbal, in a variety of settings.
Communication Studies is a broad, diverse field of study with practical applications.
| Concentration Requirements (Blocks 1 & 2)* | 30 hours |
|---|---|
| CMST 2010 Interpersonal Communication OR CMST 2410 Small Group Communication and Leadership | 3 hours |
| 3 hours to be selected from the following: | 3 hours |
| CMST 3130 Speech Communication in Business and Professions | |
| CMST 3140 Advanced Public Speaking | |
| CMST 3520 Interviewing | |
| Additional 24 hours from Communications Studies (CMST) | 24 hours |
* Must include at least 12 hours of upper level credit completed at UNO
A minimum of 120 hours are required for the Bachelor of Multidisciplinary Studies degree.
Additional information:
- Up to 9 hours in Journalism and Media Communication (JMC) or other relevant content areas may count toward degree requirements with approval.
- CMST 1110 cannot be used in this concentration. No course from a two-year institution which is also offered as an upper level course at UNO can be used in the area of concentration.
- The School of Communication requires a 2.25 or higher grade point average in all courses numbered 3000 or higher.
- Students interested in graduate studies should contact the graduate chair in the School of Communication to make sure necessary classes are taken to enter graduate programs.
Career Options
Students with an area of concentration in Communication Studies may find careers in:
- Advertising
- Government
- Media
- Training/Development
- Public Relations
- Human Resources
- Education
- Marketing
- Social Services