Communication, Minor


Acquire the tools to understand, analyze and respond to communication problems and opportunities in relationships, workplaces and groups.

Program Description

The minor program in communication focuses on teaching students how communication processes create, maintain and transform identities, relationships, workplaces and communities. Students explore the complex role of human communication in everyday life and learn how to communicate effectively, whether with one person, or large and diverse groups.


At a Glance: program details

Minor Map

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  • Additional Program Fee: No
  • Second Language Requirement: No

Program Requirements

Enrollment Requirements

GPA Requirement: 2.00

Incompatible Majors: BA and BS in communication

Other Enrollment Requirements: None

Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit after the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major or the minor program. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and the minor.


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Career Outlook

Minor programs enable students to develop additional competencies that complement the marketable knowledge and skills they acquire in their majors. A minor in communication can help graduates as they pursue careers in marketing, education or public relations.

Example Careers

Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.

Communications Teachers, Postsecondary


  • Growth: 2.1%
  • Median Salary*: 78580

Writers and Authors


  • Growth: 3.6%
  • Median Salary*: 76910

Community Health Workers


  • Growth: 11.3%
  • Median Salary*: 51850
  Bright Outlook

Training and Development Specialists


  • Growth: 10.8%
  • Median Salary*: 69280
  Bright Outlook

Editors


  • Growth: 0.6%
  • Median Salary*: 77920

Lawyers


  • Growth: 4.1%
  • Median Salary*: 159670

Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists


  • Growth: 6.7%
  • Median Salary*: 78760
  Bright Outlook

News Analysts, Reporters and Journalists


  • Growth: -3.9%
  • Median Salary*: 62200

Public Relations Managers


  • Growth: 5%
  • Median Salary*: 146910
  Bright Outlook

Public Relations Specialists


  • Growth: 4.8%
  • Median Salary*: 74750
  Bright Outlook

* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).


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ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program description and request more information.

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