Cleveland State University
School of Communication
2121 Euclid Avenue
MU 233
Cleveland, OH 44115-2214
Campus Location
1st & 2nd Floors
Music & Communication Bldg.
Phone: 216.687.4630
Fax: 216.687.5435
Web Content Contact
r.pitchford@csuohio.edu
216.687.5077
Web Technical Contact
Rick Pitchford
r.pitchford@csuohio.edu
216.687.5077
B.A. in Journalism & Promotional Communication
The mass media are the eyes and ears of American society, both reflecting
and shaping our culture. In a democratic society, journalism keeps citizens
informed about their world and holds political officials accountable
for their actions. Likewise, our society depends on the forces of persuasion
to advance business and community goals, requiring skilled communicators
in public relations and advertising.
The Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Promotional Communication provides
students with essential skills that professionals need to gather, convey
and strategically disseminate information. With the growing interplay
among print, broadcast and Web-based media, the explosion of technology,
and the sophisticated targeting of niche audiences, companies and nonprofit
groups alike are revolutionizing how they convey news or promote their
products, ideas and causes.
Special tracks: Three areas of concentration are available within the Journalism & Promotional Communication major: Journalism, Public Relations and Advertising. You will need to complete the requirements for one of these concentrations to complete the Journalism & Promotional Communication major.
Official Course Requirements (as listed in the Course Catalog)
Deciding what classes to register for? Preparing for graduation? Download one of our easy-to-use checklists to make sure you are on the right track!
For Advising in this major, contact any of the faculty in your area of interest or call 216.687.4630 to be connected with an available advisor.
Why major in Journalism & Promotional Communication?
A major in journalism and promotional communication will prepare students for jobs in the news media, public relations, and advertising. Students with expertise in journalism can be hired as reporters, editors, or technical writers for newspapers, magazines, and online media. An education in public relations can open doors to jobs in PR firms and companies that use promotional strategies to craft a public image. Graduates with expertise in advertising can find employment in ad agencies, working in research or creative advertising development departments. Students who have an interest in effects of media and promotional communication may want to pursue graduate work to prepare for a career as a researcher or professor of mass communication.
More career information can be found here.
Still not sure this is the major for you?
Check out our other School of Communication majors and certificates here.