Concentrations
Concentrations (minimum of 6 courses) add academic breadth to the richness of the Communication Major.
Related to students' multiple interests, typical concentrations, and sample applications, include:
Business/Management/Marketing
- Prepares for leadership in for-profit and not-for-profit organizations
- Fits well with CMC Public Relations and Human Resources interests
Sampling of courses that can be applied to a Concentration of at least six courses.
- Introduction to Business
- Principles of Management
- Principles of Marketing
- Advertising
- Introduction to Human Resources
- International Business
- Business Law
- Principles of Accounting
Computer Science
- Strengthens knowledge of today’s modes of interaction
Computer Science
Sampling of courses that can be applied to a Concentration of at least six courses.
- Intro to Management Information Systems
- Computer Science I & II
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Data Structures
- Database Management Systems
- Web Design
History (concentration or double major) or Pre-Law
- Is ideal for students entering public service, cultural studies, grad school
- Adds specific emphases to grounding in written/oral Communication and critical thinking for students contemplating Law School
Sampling of courses that can be applied to a Concentration of at least six courses.
- American Studies
- American Intellectual & Cultural History
- Constitutional History
- Latin American History
- Medieval Europe
- Early Modern Europe
- Political Science
Language & Literature (concentration or double major)
- Contributes to careers in journalism, writing, publications
- Helps prepare for graduate study in rhetoric, literature, humanities
Sampling of courses that can be applied to a Concentration of at least six courses.
- American Literature I or II
- English Literature I or II
- German Literature in Translation
- World Literature
- Contemporary Literature
- Shakespeare
- Children’s or Adolescent Literature
Ministry
- Introduces students to range of ministerial roles
- Adds helpful background for graduate study in Ministry
Sampling of courses that can be applied to a Concentration of at least six courses.
- Education in Ministry
- Leadership in Ministry
- Ministry of Liturgy
- Music in the Church
- Proclamation Ministry
- Youth Ministry or Pastoral Care Ministry
Plus up to two upper-level Bible, Philosophy, or Theology courses, if desired.
Media Studies
- Provides hands-on experience applicable to wide range of media
- Includes both theoretical and practical aspects of media today
Sampling of courses that can be applied to a Concentration of at least six courses.
- Introduction to Mass Communication
- Digital Imaging
- Digital Video I & II
- Black/White & Digital Photography
- Time, Motion, Communication
- Web Design
- Journalism
Music (concentration or double major)
- Underscores multiplicity and interconnectedness of human expression
- Serves well in pursuing participation/leadership in arts organizations
Sampling of courses that can be applied to a Concentration of at least six courses.
- Music History & Literature (two courses min)
- Music Theory(two courses min)
- Music in the Church
- Jazz Theory/Improvisation
- Applied Performance(4 credits max.)
- Music Methods(2 courses max)
Psychology (concentration or double major) or Social Science
- Strengthens understanding of human beings in relationship and culture
- Prepares for counseling-related interaction and graduate study
Sampling of courses that can be applied to a Concentration of at least six courses.
- Developmental Psychology
- Cognitive Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Counseling Theory & Practice
- Abnormal Psychology
- Personality Theory
- Psychology of Learning & Behavior
Religion & Philosophy
- Provides theological and analytic perspectives
- Adds preparation for seminary studies
Sampling of courses that can be applied to a Concentration of at least six courses.
- Gospel of John, Apostle Paul, or Epistles
- Prophets, Pentateuch, or Psalms
- Ancient/Medieval or Recent/Contemporary Philosophy
- Biblical Theology & Contemporary Culture
- Theological Issues
- Philosophy of Religion
- Plus up to two courses in Ministry or Music in Church
Visual Arts
- Examines interdisciplinary aspects of Communication and the Arts
- Strengthens visual-rhetorical connections and applications
Sampling of courses that can be applied to a Concentration of at least six courses.
- Drawing and Painting
- Foundations of Two-Dimensional Design
- Foundations of Three-Dimensional Design
- Black/White Photography
- Digital Photography
- Graphic Design
- Typography
Additional Concentrations may be developed in consultation with the CMC Department (e.g., Criminal Justice, Spanish, Women’s Studies).