Perks of The Communication Major: Making the Ordinary Extraordinary

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What comes to your mind when you hear the word “communication”? It could be conversing, conveying messages, or speaking in front of the public. It sounds simple, but taking a Communication major is more challenging than just talking. Communication graduates are communication strategists who can use the power of words as their weapons. No wonder a communication expert is needed to improve the reputation or brand and save the company from crisis. That is one of the advantages of Communication graduates.

Besides that, what else can make Communication Science so interesting and worth choosing as your college major later? Keep reading this article. 

1. Vast career choices

It’s no secret that with their ability to package messages to attract a large audience, Communication graduates are needed in various fields in the company. Like public relations, for example, whose job is to maintain and build the company’s image. Then, there is also a social media strategist who functions to compile content on social media so that the products or services the company promotes can be received by consumers well. An event planner is also needed so that an event can be attractive and organised.

Not only that, but a communication graduate can also work in marketing, advertising, health, politics, and even education. Very interesting, right? Who wouldn’t want to be needed in various lines of work?

Also read: Communication Major: Lecture Info and Job Prospects.

2. Up-to-date with the latest communication science that suits industry needs

As you have read, communication is not just limited to talking. Communication is a science that should be studied seriously. A good communicator can convey their message well, and their audience understands the message correctly. Therefore, you will learn many things when entering a communication study program.

One of the universities that has a Communication major is Multimedia Nusantara University. With one of their communication specialization, Strategic Communication, this study program focuses more on studying all forms of communication related to business, brands and companies. Some of the lessons learned in the Strategic Communication major are Public Relations, Advertising, Digital Videography, Mass Communication, Branding, and Political Communication. There are even some specific courses, such as Campaign for Tourism and Hospitality and Campaign for Consumer Product.

These courses will prepare you to be a reliable communicator needed in the industry in the future. 

3. Improve your ability to become a reliable public speaker

In practice, one of the skills that a Communication student must have is public speaking. Learning public speaking is not only learning to speak but also packaging words, the tone when speaking, to body gestures. Thus, the message you want to convey can be well received by the listener. 

This skill is one of the keys for those who aspire to become a master of ceremony (MC), public relations, community relations, or government relations. For those who feel introverted and need more confidence in entering the communication department, don’t worry. By mastering public speaking skills, your confidence when speaking in public is guaranteed to increase. You can better convey messages to a few people, even a large audience.

4. Understand the basic concept of visual storytelling

Even though you are not majoring in art or Visual Communication Design, you will still learn about the basic skills of design, photography, and videography. You will understand how designs, photos, and videos are designed and created. You might ask, what does this have to do with communication?

Basically, in the field of advertising or content creation on social media such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Tiktok, or Youtube, the ability to process designs, images, and videos is needed. When working as a content creator or social media strategist, your ability to mix words, data, and visuals is needed. Therefore, an early introduction to design, photography, and videography is given to students majoring in Communication.

5. Can open your own business

Believe it or not, a communication graduate can also have their own business. For example, event organizing or wedding organizing services. You can also open a consulting business or become a freelancer who handles social media for a company or influencer. You can also become a content creator or Youtuber armed with the knowledge you get in college. In addition, you can become a freelance copywriter or CX writer for those of you who are good at stringing words. These two fields of work are very high in demand and are sought after by various start-ups, small and large companies. 

Also read: Digital Journalism Department Creates Excellent Journalists to Answer the Challenges of the Times.

Are you convinced to choose a Communication major with the many advantages above? Multimedia Nusantara University is one of the universities with Communication majors with A accreditation coupled with a myriad of achievements. You can register yourself for the Strategic Communication major on UMN’s official website or by sending an email to [email protected].

Sources:

• Umn.ac.id
• Quipper Campus

English translation by Levina Chrestella Theodora