Communication Minor Programs

Communication Minors

Communication Studies, Multimedia Journalism, Public Relations, & Spanish Media

If you have any questions about minoring in Communication, contact the Communication Department's minor coordinator Dr. Jason Turcotte (jmturcotte@cpp.edu).

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Communication Studies Minor

The Communication Studies minor prepares students for a variety of careers in business, government, and education. The Communication Studies minor should be chosen by students who wish to emphasize organizational, interpersonal and intercultural communication in preparation for careers in business/industry or in preparation for graduate or professional school.

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Multimedia Journalism Minor

The Multimedia Journalism minor prepares students for careers in digital media, news reporting, and content creation across various platforms. The Multimedia Journalism minor should be chosen by students planning careers in journalism, digital content creation, and media production. Students will gain hands-on experience with tools for creating and distributing news in multimedia formats, preparing them for the fast-evolving field of journalism.

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Public Relations Minor

The Public Relations minor prepares students planning careers in public relations, advertising and personnel positions that require skills and knowledge in the use of written and oral communication. The Public Relations minor should be chosen by students planning careers in public relations, advertising, and human resource management which require skills and knowledge in the use of written, oral, visual, and multimedia communication.

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Spanish Media Minor

The interdisciplinary Spanish Media minor helps bilingual students cultivate intermediate Spanish language speaking and writing skills while preparing them to communicate stories, synthesize information, and develop strategic messaging to public audiences. With Los Angeles being the largest Spanish language media market in the U.S., the Spanish Media minor offers students an applied introduction to various media industries, including the news and public relations, and develops their expertise in digital publishing tools and platforms to better serve Spanish speaking audiences.