Communication
Gain a deep understanding of Culture and Social Influence. Develop skills for your career, your relationships, and community impact.
Communication, Culture and Social Influence Concentration, B.S./B.A.
The major in Communication with a concentration in Culture and Social Influence (CSI) equips students to understand communication in various significant social contexts. Through hands-on experiences and critical analysis, students learn the dynamics of communication that influence family and romantic relationships, intercultural interactions, rhetoric, and public dialogue. Classes in CSI utilize and build on concepts, theories, and methods of study covered in core communication classes while developing a deeper focus on identities, culture, and power. These experiences prepare students for success in a variety of fields including public relations, community engagement, ministry, politics, diversity consulting, business administration, college admissions, and many others. Students will also be prepared for the option of graduate studies. CSI graduates apply their analytical and critical thinking strengths along with improved verbal and written communication skills to make a difference in their workplaces and communities.
News Briefs
The contributions of ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½Èë¿Ú'sÌýCollege of LiberalÌýto the Rutherford County arts community has paid off, with a recent study detailing how the community's arts and culture sector generated a staggering $52.4 million in economic activity for the county in 2022-23.
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½Èë¿Ú’sÌýUndergraduate Research CenterÌýis sending undergraduates to participate in a national research program for the second straight year to collaborate with other undergrads from across the country, to advocate for undergraduate research with government stakeholders and more.Ìý
News Briefs
The contributions of ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½Èë¿Ú'sÌýCollege of LiberalÌýto the Rutherford County arts community has paid off, with a recent study detailing how the community's arts and culture sector generated a staggering $52.4 million in economic activity for the county in 2022-23.
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½Èë¿Ú’sÌýUndergraduate Research CenterÌýis sending undergraduates to participate in a national research program for the second straight year to collaborate with other undergrads from across the country, to advocate for undergraduate research with government stakeholders and more.Ìý
Communication, Culture and Social Influence Concentration, B.S./B.A.
Communication is the backbone of any workplace. The Communication major, grounded in the liberal arts tradition at MTSU, builds valuable assets that can lead to many rewarding career opportunities in today’s dynamic workforce. The ability to communicate effectively is one of the most highly sought skills by employers. The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Job Outlook 2020 Survey found that the knowledge and skills taught in Communication courses are essential to being hired. Ìý
Click here to see just some of the careers our graduates are currently in.Ìý
Employers of MTSU alumni include
- Advantage Sales and Marketing
- Army National Guard
- Asurion Protection Company
- Belden Street Music
- Birmingham Museum of Art
- Bounce U
- Broadway Brewhouse
- DLR Restaurants
- Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center
- Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County
- Kohl’s Department Store
- Motlow State Community College
- Nashville State Community College
- OSTO 360, LLC
- Propeller Entertainment Consulting
- redpepper (an advertising agency)
- Sam’s Club
- Shalom Foundation
- Signal Centers
- Southwest Airlines
- State Farm Insurance
- ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½Èë¿Ú Valley Authority
- University Ridge
MTSU’s Career Development Center
MTSU offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called .
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