Program Overview
Introduction to Marquette University's Diederich College of Communication
Marquette University's Diederich College of Communication offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in the field of communication.
Undergraduate Programs
The college provides various undergraduate majors, including:
- Advertising
- Communication Studies
- Corporate Communication
- Digital Media
- Film and Media Studies
- Journalism
- Public Relations
- Sports Communication
- Theatre Arts
Undergraduate Majors at a Glance
The college offers a comprehensive overview of its undergraduate majors, providing students with a clear understanding of each program's focus and requirements.
Undergraduate Minors
In addition to the undergraduate majors, the college also offers minors in:
- Advertising
- Communication Studies
- Corporate Communication
- Digital Media
- Public Relations
- Theatre Arts
- Dance
- Family Studies
- Film and Media Studies
- Fine Arts
- Health Communication
- Sports Communication
- Music
Graduate Degrees and Programs
The college offers graduate programs, including an Accelerated Degree Program, with specific admission requirements and tuition fees.
Graduate Programs
The college provides a range of graduate programs, including:
- Accelerated Degree Program
- Admission Requirements
- Tuition and Financial Aid
Sports Communication Major
The Sports Communication major equips students with the tools to succeed in a wide range of sports-related careers.
Explore a Career in Sports Communication
This program is designed for students who are passionate about sports and want to turn that passion into a profession.
Build a Strong Foundation
Students gain knowledge in sport communication theories, media practices, and industry trends, while also developing practical skills through hands-on projects, internships, and real-world experiences.
More Than a Career
The program encourages students to think critically about the role of sports in society, not just preparing them for a job.
Learning Outcomes
The Sports Communication major aims to help students:
- Meaningfully deconstruct the socio-political connections within the culture and industry of sports
- Accurately differentiate the unique characteristics of the field of sports and how they affect the communication process
- Effectively communicate sports messaging across a variety of platforms, including writing, speaking, and mediated communication
- Successfully create work that critically examines the legal and ethical implications of communication in sports-related industries
Possible Careers
Graduates of the Sports Communication major can pursue a variety of careers, including:
- Account executive
- Agent
- Business communications coordinator
- Community relations manager
- Content creator
- Copy editor/writer
- Creative strategist
- Director of corporate social responsibility
- Director of fan engagement
- Graphic designer
- Journalist
- Marketing coordinator
- Multimedia journalist
- Producer
- Public/media relations manager
- Reporter
- Sales manager
- Social media manager
- Sports information director
Sample Internships
Students in the Sports Communication major have completed internships with organizations such as:
- Data analytics, Connecticut Sun
- Broadcast production, Kane County Cougars
- Marquette University Athletics
- Milwaukee Brewers
- Milwaukee Bucks
Recent Employers
Graduates of the Sports Communication major have been employed by organizations such as:
- Altius Sports Partners
- Chicago White Sox
- Cleveland Plain Dealer
- DePaul University Athletics
- ESPN
- Good Karma Brands
- Kansas City Chiefs
- Milwaukee Brewers
- Milwaukee Bucks
- NBA
- University of Illinois Athletics
- USA Today