Communication and Media Studies

The Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies (CMS) equips graduates with a theoretical and historical understanding of human communication, combined with practical skills in professional writing, speaking, and media production.

The CMS degree prepares students for success in sectors like public relations, advertising, social media, design, and more!

Students will complete coursework in communication theory, media studies, and media production. Our flexible curriculum offers the opportunity to take most courses fully online. We pride ourselves on providing a high-value degree that is optimized for both traditional and non-traditional students.

Program Overview and Learning Outcomes 

Graduates of this program will be able to:

1. Communicate effectively using multiple channels of communication;
2. Critically analyze, conduct research, and understand theoretical perspectives on communication, media and global culture;
3. Apply media aesthetics to the production of communication vehicles using appropriate technologies; and,
4. Demonstrate an understanding of ethical theories, professional standards and legal constraints in communication and media environments.

Industry Outlook 

Where are Clayton State University’s CMS graduates today? You can find them covering stories for the New York Times and Sports Illustrated, working for Cox Media Group, starting their own video production company, rising through the ranks at a local public relations agency, serving their local communities in the nonprofit or public sectors, or attending graduate school. 

As a Communication and Media professional, you might end up working in television or radio broadcasting, music production, advertising, or public relations; writing for a newspaper or magazine; designing social media marketing campaigns; leading training workshops; or managing sales or human resources departments. 

Contact Us

Dr. Jason Lee Guthrie, Program Coordinator