Communications Division
Public Relations
Requirements
What can I do with this degree?
Information prepared by the Career Planning staff of Career Services at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. (1996, Revised 2003) Used by Permission. campusapps2.fullerton.edu
| AREAS | EMPLOYERS | STRATEGIES |
Public Relations |
Private corporations Public service organizations Public opinion research firms Public relations firms Advertising agencies Public opinion organizations Radio and television companies Sports and entertainment organizations Hospitality and tourism industry Nonprofit organizations Consulting firms Freelance Chambers of Commerce |
Develop excellent writing skills. Gain experience through internships, even if unpaid. Serve as public relations officer an organization. Take additional courses in marketing, advertising, public relations, or other area of interest. Develop a portfolio of writing smaples, ad campaigns, and other relevant work. Join related professional associations. Be willing to move to locations with greater numbers of job opportunities. Be prepared to start at the bottom and work to more desirable positions. |
Sincerely,
Susan Dittmer
Communications Chair
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