HUPBR - Humanities Program, Public Relations Option, A.A.

Program Title

Humanities Program, Public Relations Option, A.A.

Program Code

HUPBR

Program Description

Designed for transfer, this option combines communication/mass media courses with liberal arts requirements. Bachelor's degree graduates may take such positions as communications specialist, public relations specialist, copywriter for news and media releases, advertising worker, community relations specialist, lobbyist, speech writer and media advisor.

Graduates of this program will be able to:

- Evaluate their potential success in public relations through a broad examination of the topic
- Demonstrate understanding of the definition, history, function, tools, and techniques of public relations
- Investigate the characteristics of the practitioner, organizational structures, and job opportunities
- Practice the necessary skills and meet practicing professionals

Requirements

General Education: 45-48 Credits

As described in the General Education section of the catalog and as identified below:

Communications Credits: 9
- course - English Composition: The Writing Process Credits: 3
- course - English Composition: Writing and Research Credits: 3
- course - Public Speaking Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 9
Social Sciences Credits: 6
Mathematics/Science/Technological Competency Credits: 12
- Mathematics Credits: 3-8
- Science (1 lab science course required) Credits: 4-8
- Technological Competency Credits: 0-4
History Credits: 6
Cultural and Global Awareness Credits: 3

Career Studies: 12 Credits as Follows:

course - Communication Credits: 3
course - Communication Media Credits: 3
course - Introduction to Public Relations Credits: 3 *
course - Introduction to Journalism Credits: 3

Electives: 0-3 Credits

Total Credits Required for Degree: 60

Note:

*Offered Fall Term only

Suggested Sequence

The following sequence is an example of how this degree can be completed in two years. This sequence is based on satisfaction of all Foundational Studies requirements and prerequisites and presumes a Fall Term start date. An individual’s program may vary depending on transfer institution, career objectives, or individual needs. See a counselor for other options and to monitor your progress.

Semester 1: Fall Term

course - Communication Credits: 3
Mathematics/Science/Technological Competency Credits: 3-4 (1)
course - English Composition: The Writing Process Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 9
Mathematics Credits: 3-4 (1)

Total Credits: 15-17

Semester 2: Spring Term

course - Communication Media Credits: 3
course - English Composition: Writing and Research Credits: 3
History Credits: 3
Mathematics or Science Credits: 3-4 (1)
Social Sciences Credits: 3

Total Credits: 15-16

Semester 3: Fall Term

course - Introduction to Public Relations Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 3
Science (with lab) Credits: 4 (1)
course - Public Speaking Credits: 3
History Credits: 3

Total Credits: 16

Semester 4: Spring Term

course - Introduction to Journalism Credits: 3
Cultural and Global Awareness Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 3
Social Sciences Credits: 3
Elective Credits: 0-3

Total Credits: 12-15

Sequence Note:

(1) A minimum of 12 credits is required from the Mathematics, Science or Technological Competency knowledge areas.