The Department of Communiucation offers a B.A. in Communication (12 courses) and a Minor in Communication (4 courses).
Our goal is not only to teach students cutting-edge theory and research, but also how to apply such theory and research so that they can better their personal and professional lives. A wide range of classes is available. These classes fall into one of three major areas of study: interpersonal communication, mass communication, and electronic media production. Below, we list the courses that fall into each area of study and show you how these courses can be tailored to meet your specific interests. More detailed descriptions are available on the courses page.
Core Communication Courses
COM 202 Public Speaking
COM 203 Introduction to Communication
COM 204 Honors: The Process of Communication
COM 251 Written Communication
COM 285 Special Topics in Communication
COM 362 Advanced Public Speaking
COM 385 Special Topics in Communication
COM 390 Communication Research Methods
COM 391 Communication Internship
COM 485 Special Topics in Communication
COM 491 Senior Seminar in Communication Theory
COM 497 Directed Studies in Communication
Interpersonal Communication Courses
COM 270 Interpersonal Communication
COM 363 Communication and Conflict Management in Intimate Relationships
COM 365 Language, Culture, and Communication
COM 366 Intercultural Communication
COM 367 Small Group Communication
COM 380 Nonverbal Communication
COM 470 Argumentation and Persuasion
COM 473 Gender and Communication
COM 485 Special Topics: The Darkside of Communication
COM 485 Special Topics: Computer-Mediated Communication
Mass Communication Courses
COM 260 Media Literacy
COM 272 Mass Communication
COM 355 Print Journalism
COM 361 Public Relations
COM 350 Studies in Film and Video
COM 370 Broadcast Media
COM 451 Writing Articles for Publication
COM 460 Advanced Media Literacy
COM 463 Innovative Communication Applications
COM 472 Media Effects
COM 478 Mass Communication in a Global Village
COM 485 Special Topics: Advanced Film Studies: Film
Genres
Electronic Media Production Courses
COM 242 Basic Studio Production
COM 243 Field Production and Editing
COM 342 Advanced Television Production
COM 343 Script to Screen
COM 344 Sports Media Production
COM 351 Writing for New Media
COM 358 Video-Mediated Communication
COM 485 Special Topics: Intercultural Media Production
Pathways to Careers and Areas of Interest
Here are some of the communication and communication-related careers we mentioned on the home page. Many Bryant students typically gravitate to these areas. Pick a career and check out the Communication courses that help you prepare for it. Remember, too, that the there are always Directed Studies and Internship classes that you can tailor very specifically to your personal career and educational needs. Finally, in addition to the Business Administration minor, Communication majors also take another four-course minor to further enhance their career-oriented course of study. Our faculty can help you choose what’s right for you.
Careers in advertising, such as advertising or marketing specialist, media buyer, creative director, media sales representative, and public opinion researcher.
202, 203, 242, 251, 272, 343, 350, 351, 355, 361, 365, 370, 480, 390, 451, 472, 478
Careers in electronic media, radio and television, broadcasting, such as broadcasting station manager, community relations director, news director, technical director, advertising sales coordinator, and news anchor.
203, 242, 243, 251, 260, 272, 342, 343, 344, 350, 351, 358, 370, 460, 472, 478, 485
Careers in journalism, such as reporter, editor, newscaster, copywriter, and technical writer.
203, 251, 260, 272, 344, 351, 355, 361, 365, 367, 451, 460, 463, 470, 472, 485
Careers in public relations, such as publicity manager, advertising manger, marketing specialist, press agent, lobbyist, corporate public affairs specialist, fund raiser, and audience analyst.
202, 203, 251, 270, 272, 351, 355, 358, 361, 362, 366, 370, 367, 390, 451, 470, 472, 478
Careers in business and communication, such as executive manager, personnel manager, industrial and labor relations representative, negotiator, director of corporate communication, newsletter editor, communication trainer, and human resources manager.
202, 203, 251, 270, 351, 358, 363, 366, 380, 367, 390, 451, 463, 473, 478, 485
Careers in education, such as educational administrator, school/university information specialist, director of college news, director of a collegiate information center, college admissions director, and college recruiter.
202, 203, 242, 260, 270, 272, 361, 363, 365, 366, 367, 380, 385, 451, 460, 469, 472, 473, 485
Government/political-related careers, such as legislative assistant, campaign director, program coordinator, lobbyist, press secretary, legal researcher, and elected official.
202, 203, 242, 251, 270, 272, 351, 355, 358, 361, 363, 366, 390, 451, 470, 472, 478, 485
Careers in technology and communication, such as trainer for communication technologies, systems analyst, technical copywriter, cognition researcher, audio and visual computer display specialist.
203, 242, 243, 251, 272, 342, 343, 351, 358, 365, 367, 370, 472, 478, 485
Careers in health and communication, such as school health care administrator, hospital director of communication, clinic public relations director, medical training supervisor, and communications manager for federal health agencies.
202, 203, 242, 251, 260, 270, 351, 358, 361, 363, 365, 366, 380, 472, 473, 485
Careers in international relations and negotiations, such as corporate representative, student tour coordinator, foreign relations officer, and foreign correspondent.
202, 203, 251, 260, 270, 272, 351, 355, 358, 363, 365, 366, 380, 472, 473, 478, 485
Careers in social and human services, such as public administrator, social worker, human rights officer, and philanthropic representative.
202, 203, 251, 260, 270, 272, 351, 355, 358, 361, 363, 365, 366, 380, 451, 473
Degree Requirements
| Communication Major | Credits | Year |
| Introduction to Communication (COM203) | 3 | 1 |
| Interpersonal Communication (COM270) | 3 | 2 |
| Mass Communication (COM272) | 3 | 2 |
| Communication Research Methods (COM390) | 3 | 3 |
| Senior Seminar in Communication Theory (COM491) | 3 | 4 |
| Communication Elective (any level) | 15 | 2-4 |
| Communication 400-level Electives | 6 | 4 |
| TOTAL | 36 | |
| Liberal Arts Core | Credits | Year |
| Liberal Arts Seminar (ECS151) | 3 | 1 |
| Introduction to Literary Studies (ECS121) | 3 | 1 |
| Microeconomic Principles (ECO113) | 3 | 1 |
| Macroeconomic Principles (ECO114) | 3 | 1 |
| Mathematical Reasoning I (MATH105) | 3 | 1 |
| Statistics I (MATH201) | 3 | 2 |
| Humanities Survey Courses | 9 | 1-2 |
| Total | 27 | |
| Liberal Arts - Modes of Thought | Credits | Year |
| Social Science Mode of Thought | 6 | 1-4 |
| Historical Mode of Thought (Upper Division) | 3 | 3-4 |
| Literary Mode of Thought (Upper Division) | 3 | 3-4 |
| Scientific Mode of Thought (Include one Lab Science) | 7 | 1-4 |
| (One science course must be taken at the 300 or 400 level) | ||
| Cultural Mode of Thought | 3 | 1-4 |
| TOTAL | 22 | |
| Foundations for Learning (FFL101) | 1 | 1 |
| Information Resources Technology (IRT101) | 1 | 1 |
| Business Administration Minor | Credits | Year |
| Introduction to Business (BUS101) | 3 | 1 |
| Principles of Financial Accounting (ACG203) | 3 | 2 |
| Fundamentals of Computer Information Systems (CIS201) | 3 | 2 |
| Financial Management (FIN201) | 3 | 2 |
| Management Principles and Practice (MGT200) | 3 | 2 |
| Foundations of Marketing Management (MKT201) | 3 | 2 |
| TOTAL | 18 | |
| Required Business or Liberal Arts Minor | 12 | 1-4 |
| Electives | 6 | 1-4 |
| (if Business minor selected, two electives must be liberal arts) | ||
| TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS | 123 CREDITS | |
For more information about the B.A. in Communication or the minor, e-mail wsamter@bryant.edu or contact any full time Communication faculty member.