Communication Studies
February 12, 2022 2025-10-27 16:42Communication Studies
Communication Studies at Rocky Mountain College
At Rocky Mountain College, communication is at the heart of connection—whether it’s shaping your voice in the boardroom, advocating for social change, or building meaningful relationships in everyday life. Our Communication Studies program prepares you to master both the art and science of communication, equipping you to thrive in your career, your community, and wherever life may lead.
You’ll learn from experienced faculty who combine a strong academic foundation with practical experience, helping you build the oral, written, and analytical skills that top every employer’s wish list. From day one, you’ll practice clear, ethical communication, in the classroom, on campus, and throughout the Billings community.
Why Choose Communication Studies at Rocky
A Communication Studies degree at RMC is a passport to versatility and opportunity. You’ll explore how communication shapes everything from media and politics to healthcare and business. Small class sizes mean your ideas are heard, your strengths are noticed, and mentors invest in your personal and professional growth.
Communication Studies is perfect as a stand-alone major or as a double-major or minor; many students combine it with Psychology, Business, or other fields to sharpen their marketability and insight. No matter your path, you’ll learn to speak, listen, write, and lead with confidence and ethical grounding.
$67k
average annual pay for a Communications degree in Montana according to ZipRecruiter
Major and Minor Learning Outcomes
By graduation, Communication Studies majors and minors can discuss and apply key communication theories, analyze arguments, and present ideas clearly and persuasively in both written and oral forms. You’ll have meaningful experience in original research, leading projects, and supporting your arguments with sound reasoning.
As a minor, you’ll gain practical skills in mindful communication for both personal and professional settings, preparing you to build better relationships, excel at work, and lead in your community.
99%
of students receive scholarships or grants
88%
of students are placed in internships
Coursework and Requirements
Your studies begin with core courses like Introduction to Communication Studies, where you’ll explore everything from interpersonal dialogue and group dynamics to mass media and the digital world. Electives let you dive deeper into topics like health communication, public speaking, organizational and intercultural communication, workplace and mass media, rhetorical theory, persuasion, and political or environmental communication.
You’ll round out your experience with internships, practicums, or senior seminars—bringing theory to life and preparing you for the workplace or graduate study. The program’s flexibility also supports students interested in law, graduate school, event planning, sales, performing arts, nonprofit leadership, or any field that values clear thinking and communication.
Information
Majors:
Communication Studies
Minors:
Communication Studies
Faculty
Erin Reser, Professor
Jolane Flanigan, Professor
Ashlynn Reynolds, Associate Professor
- Contact
- Call: (406) 657-1026
- Text: (406) 606-6440
- Email: admissions@rocky.edu
Course Highlights
You might find yourself presenting to a campus audience in Public Speaking, conducting original research in Seminar in Communication, or collaborating on health or environmental communication campaigns. Dive into case studies, practice interviews and media analysis, explore how social identities are shaped by culture, or gain hands-on experience through communication studies internships. Each class builds the tools you need to adapt and thrive in a changing world.
Explore Areas in Communication Studies
Whether you choose the major or minor, your studies at Rocky prepare you for a wide variety of meaningful careers.
Communication Studies Major
Develop advanced skills in public speaking, persuasive writing, research, and ethical analysis. Graduates are ready for roles in public relations, event planning, journalism, sales, organizational leadership, politics, human resources, nonprofit management, and more. Many alumni pursue graduate school or law.
Career Pathways:
Public Relations Specialist, Marketing Coordinator, Event Planner, Human Resources Professional, Journalist or Broadcaster, Corporate Trainer,
Content Writer or Social Media Manager, Political Campaign Staff, Nonprofit Program Leader, Educator or Academic Advisor, Graduate or Law School
Communication Studies Minor
Enhance any degree by adding highly valued oral and written communication skills. This minor pairs especially well with majors in Psychology, Business, Political Science, Sociology, Education, and Health & Human Performance, expanding your strengths in almost any field.
Pair With:
The Communication Studies degree combines especially well with minors or double majors Psychology, Business, Political Science, Sociology, Education, and Health & Human Performance, giving you both broad communication expertise and specialized career preparation.
Career Ready
Employers in every industry say the same thing: they want to hire exceptional communicators who can think critically, adapt quickly, and engage people across settings. RMC communication graduates go on to careers as PR specialists, event coordinators, journalists, educators, sales leaders, nonprofit managers, and more. Some continue to graduate or law school; others start entrepreneurial projects, teach, or lead community organizations. The possibilities are as broad as your ambitions.
Field Experience and Mentorship
A RMC communication degree is grounded in collaborative learning and supportive mentorship. You’ll gain meaningful experience and network connections through classroom debates, internships, campus organizations, research projects, and community engagement. Faculty mentors are committed to your growth—not only as a communicator, but as a confident, ethical leader ready to make a difference.
Information
Majors:
Communication Studies
Minors:
Communication Studies
Faculty
Erin Reser, Professor
Jolane Flanigan, Professor
Ashlynn Reynolds, Associate Professor
- Contact
- Call: (406) 657-1026
- Text: (406) 606-6440
- Email: admissions@rocky.edu
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