PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION
SUGGESTED MINORS
The B.A. in Professional Communication prepares students for this brave new world of communication through an interdisciplinary program that includes a strong liberal arts foundation and courses in Writing, Speaking, Graphic Design, Computer Science, Storytelling, Marketing, and Communication Studies across multiple media.
Graduates are prepared for careers in communications in business, non-profit, and civic or religious organizations handling communications in the areas of writing, social media, marketing, digital video production, promotions and public relations, meeting planning, training, and more.
CAREER COMPETENCIES
SUCCESS AS A SAINT
Check the advising worksheet in The Halo to review your major requirements.
Discuss your progression and future goals with a Success Coach.
Talk to a Career Educator about your steps after Limestone in terms of further education, career goals, certifications, and more.
Get the experience you need through opportunities at Limestone using Saints Maps.
HOW TO USE THIS MAP
Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at Limestone; including academic and co-curricular opportunities. Each student’s Limestone experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.
Art Creative Writing International Studies Literacy Museum Docent Studies Career & Self-Development Communication Critical Thinking Teamwork
ENGAGE
Review your 4-year degree plan and the academic catalog
Introduce yourself to your First-Year Advisor/ Success Coach and meet with them regularly
Discover library resources and the Equity & Inclusion Office
Join an on-campus organization to gain more connections
Explore volunteer and service-learning opportunities or job-shadowing
Participate in speaker and special events hosted by the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
Begin researching jobs in your field of study and narrow down to Top 5 choices
Create Handshake account
Consider adding a minor another field such as Writing
FIRST YEAR MIDDLE DEVELOP
Meet with your new faculty progress to degree
Participate in cultural the Professionalism Panel
Schedule a mock interview
Career & Professional
Complete PathwayU assessment to review your career choice options
Explore average salaries for your career field
Attend the Fall Internship industry-based internship
Start finalizing your resume, website
Invest in proper business Career Closet
Create a LinkedIn profile
Attend the Fall Graduate options and start applying
LEARNING & ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
LEARNING EVERYWHERE
FOR SUCCESS
PREPARE
YEARS FINAL YEAR
minor or certificate in Studio Art or Creative
faculty advisor to check
Work with your faculty advisor to ensure you have no outstanding course requirements
Enroll in ID 400 - a course that can assist you in finalizing your job search documents
SAINTS ADVANTAGE
Engage in these opportunities to build competencies for your future.
CAREER PATHS
Graphic Designer
Public Relations Specialist
Social Media Manager
Journalist Digital Video Production Events Director
FURTHER EDUCATION
interview with the Center for Professional Development
Internship Fair and apply for an internship resume, portfolio and/or
business attire or visit the Saints
profile Graduate School Fair to explore applying
Apply to graduate events on campus such as Panel or Etiquette Dinner
Finalize your elevator pitch and attend the Spring Career Fair
Explore additional certifications through our partnership with MindEdge Learning
Present in the bi-annual Student Research and Presentations Symposium
Set up an appointment with the Center for Career & Professional Development to ensure you are ready for the workforce
Keep a catalog of networking contacts and identify potential references
Apply for jobs in your field
Graduate Degrees in Marketing or Communications
Communication Management
Professional (CMP)
Postgraduation Certificates in Communications
SKILLS
Look to develop soft skills such as communication, leadership, and ability to problem solve
Ability to work in diverse environments
Excellent written, spoken and visual skills
MIDDLE
GRADUATE SUCCESS
The data below outlines the path students in the program take within one year of graduation. (based on knowledge rate from 2021 graduate survey)
The communications landscape of the 21st century is constantly changing, and those who enter the field of communications must be able to work in diverse environments with an ever-expanding toolbox of written, spoken, and visual skills.
Professional Communication majors engage in emerging areas like social media management, virtual reality, and multimedia platforms.
Each Professional Communication major completes a full package of self-promotional materials (including personal branding, personal website, personal social media dashboard, and digital portfolio).
PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS
In 2021, the website Study.com ranked Limestone’s Professional Communication bachelor’sdegree program as the 47th best in the nation.
Thank you to the Major Maps Committee for their work on this project & dedication to student success:
Lindsay Bartholomew
Justin Davis
Katie Jones
Tom LeGrand
Katie Maher
Stacey Mason
Michelle Phillips-Meek
Kelly Tillinghast
“In a communication landscape that is increasingly more visual and digital, Limestone is preparing students to communicate effectively in the world of tomorrow.”
Dr. Randy Nichols Limestone Associate Professor of Professional Communication
PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION limestone.edu/professional-communication 1115 College Drive Gaffney, South Carolina 29340
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