Business Communication

Business Communication students

UNDERSTAND COMMUNICATION. SHAPE THE CONVERSATION.

In our Business Communication program, you will explore the communicative and human dimensions of organizations and working life. This includes how people communicate professionally, how organizations communicate internally and externally, how audiences are understood, how meaning is made, how relationships are built, and how communication supports business goals.

You will also learn to look at communication as an object of analysis. You learn to ask whose perspective a message represents, what assumptions it contains, how different audiences might interpret it, and how context changes its meaning. You also consider how changing technologies affect communication and organizational life.

Whether you pursue a career in public relations, marketing, human resources, government, or business development, the ability to communicate effectively is essential. A Business Communication degree prepares you to navigate the challenges of today’s workplaces, adapt to changing professional environments and contribute to organizational success. These are transferable skills that open doors across industries and career paths.

Business Communication may be the right program for you if you are interested in:

Communication-focused Careers

  • Corporate communication
  • Public Relations
  • Marketing Communication
  • Digital/Content Creation
  • Internal and Employee Communication
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Government Relations
  • Policy Communication
  • Audience and Stakeholder Research
  • Communication Analysis and Insights.

Communication-intensive Careers

  • Account Management
  • LEGAL CAREERS
  • Customer success
  • Sales
  • Business development
  • Partnerships
  • Recruitment
  • Fundraising
  • Training
  • Client Relations
  • Consulting and other relationship-centered work.

Experiential Learning Opportunities

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put your learning into practice through applied projects and case studies, an annual communication case competition judged by industry professionals, and a fourth-year work-integrated learning placement.

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News from the Department

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Contact the CPCF Academic Advisor

If you have any questions about the Business Communication Program, please contact the Academic Advisor.