Communicating effectively with co-workers, clients and the public requires expertise in oral, written and visual communications. The undergraduate communications major at Southern New Hampshire University helps you develop and deliver key messages to diverse audiences. You'll learn communication theory and industry concepts, and build public speaking, presentation and interviewing skills. You'll also gain experience with business communication, graphic design and public relations through courses and minors in advertising, film, journalism, information technology or marketing. Electives in 3D animation and modeling, digital illustration and digital video production are also offered.

The communication, computer and graphic design skills you'll obtain prepare you for a variety of careers. Employers who have hired SNHU graduates with a BA in Communication include Glamour Magazine, Fox Network, Boston Red Sox, Segway and the Manchester Monarchs. This BA program emphasizes practical experience through coursework and other opportunities, including: Working with clients in real-world settings Contributing to the publication of the student-run college newspaper, The Penman Press, and student-run radio station, Radio SNHU Internships