Human Communication
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Overview

Earn your degree in Communications with an emphasis in Human Communication at Pittsburg State University.

Understand and analyze communication in a variety of contexts, including:

  • Interpersonal relationships
  • Workplace teams
  • Community and cultural groups
Students determine ways to navigate personal, professional, and social conflicts in a constructive manner. In this emphasis track, sharpen your skills in writing, public speaking, and persuasion.

Topics unique to the Human Communication emphasis track include:

  • Gender Communication
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Intercultural Communication
  • Research Procedures in Communication
  • Organizational Communication

Human Communication graduates pursue careers in:

  • Management
  • Politics
  • Marketing
  • Customer service
  • Hospitality
  • Human Resources
Strong and effective communication skills are invaluable assets in just about any industry. A degree in communications can open doors to careers in a wide range of fields.

About Communication Department

The Department of Communication offers Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts degrees within a collaborative and collegial environment. Our top-ranked faculty are highly active in their professions and emphasize the importance of fusing theory with applied skill. We have more than 250 majors across the six emphasis areas of communication education, human communication, media production, multimedia journalism, strategic communication, and theatre. The department stresses an integrated and active approach to learning. Please explore our website and let us know if you have any questions. 

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