Career opportunities with a degree in communication

Earning a degree in communication from the University of Cincinnati Online is one of the best ways to get into the field of public relations, journalism, marketing, sales, and more. With this degree, you can choose from several different career opportunities and work in companies that require advanced skills in oral, written, and digital communication. Below are some examples of career opportunities with a communication degree:

Public Relations Representative

A public relations representative is responsible for promoting the image of a company or organization by generating positive publicity and responding to negative publicity. Public relations representatives work in a variety of industries, including entertainment, sports, government, healthcare, and education.

Public relations representatives often work closely with marketing managers who develop strategies for communicating with media outlets about their clients’ products or services. They also assist with crisis management when there is negative publicity about a client’s products or services.

Through University of Cincinnati’s online degree in communication, you will take COMM 2042 – Introduction to Public Relations to help develop your skills as a PR professional.

Marketing Manager

The marketing manager is responsible for the success of a company and its products or services. Marketing managers are responsible for maintaining relationships with customers, suppliers, other companies and the public. They make sure that the company’s message gets out there in such a way that people will buy it.

The job requirements for this position include:

• An undergraduate degree in communication or marketing; some colleges offer degrees specifically in this field
• Experience working as an assistant or interning at an organization where you learned how to market products/services effectively (this could be done through an internship program)

Sales Manager

Sales managers are responsible for driving revenue. In order to do that, they need to have strong communication skills and good people skills. They also need leadership skills, analytical abilities and negotiation skills. These are some of the qualities that make up a successful sales manager:

• The ability to communicate effectively with clients and customers
• The ability to build relationships with clients or customers through meetings or phone calls
• The ability to gather information about your prospects’ needs so you can present them a solution that meets those needs

Event Planner

Event planning is a fast-paced and dynamic field. You’ll be responsible for coordinating events from start to finish, including:

• Planning and executing the logistics of your event. This includes working with vendors, organizing events, managing budgets and timelines.
• Developing concepts for new events based on client needs or ideas for existing programs. You’ll also have a hand in creating budgets for each type of event you plan so that you can ensure that it all comes together on time!

At the University of Cincinnati Online, you will take courses that prepare you for event planning, like COMM 2048 – Event Planning & Fundraising Management.

Newspaper Reporter

The job of a newspaper reporter is to write about the news. They do this by interviewing people, gathering information and writing it down in their articles. A good reporter will also be able to ask questions of the people they are talking to so that they can get more information out of them.

Technical Writer

Technical writing is a career that requires you to have a bachelor’s degree in communication. It involves writing documentation for computer software, hardware and other technical products. The skills you’ll learn in this field will help prepare you for any kind of writing job—whether it be for online content or print publications.

Technical writers usually work in teams and are responsible for providing information about new products or services to potential customers. In order to succeed as a technical writer at your company (or any other), there are some things that must be done first:

• Have good grammar skills
• Know how to spell correctly
• Be able to write well

Media Buyer

Media buyers are responsible for negotiating with media outlets to purchase advertising space or time. They are also responsible for researching brand awareness, giving companies an idea of how much money they can expect to make from a given campaign.

Copy Editor

Copy editors are responsible for making sure that content is free of errors and consistent, whether it’s an article or an advertisement. They may also be involved in the creation of editorial content, such as articles and letters to the editor.

A copy editor needs a bachelor’s degree in communication to do this job well. The job requires an understanding of grammar, style and usage; knowledge about copyright laws; ability to read quickly; and strong communication skills at all times (including when working with other people).

Why UC Online?

With a 100% online degree in communication from the University of Cincinnati, your career goals can become a reality. Whether you are looking to become a public relations specialist or a technical writer, there are plenty of opportunities out there waiting for those with this type of education.

Are you ready to explore your career opportunities that await with a degree in communication? Connect with an enrollment advisor or call the team at (833) 347-5495. They can answer your questions about the program, UC’s tuition and financial aid or our long-standing commitment to military-affiliated students (i.e., active-duty military, members of the National Guard and the Reserves, veterans and their family members).