Advertising Minor

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The minor in advertising is open to students majoring in all fields. The program prepares students with effective written and visual communication, critical thinking, planning, production, distribution, and research skills related to advertising.

Completion Requirements
Once admitted to the major, students must take COM 201 and COM 207 as soon as possible. An overall average of B in these two foundational courses is required. In all other courses counted toward fulfilling major or minor requirements, a minimum grade of C- is required.

Required Courses

COM 201 - Introduction to Mass Communication Credits: (5)
COM 280 - Advertising Fundamentals Credits: (4)
COM 300 - Media Research Credits: (4)
COM 388 - Advertising Planning Credits: (4)

Select 4 credits from the following:

COM 305 - Advertising Copywriting Credits: (4)
COM 309 - Writing Broadcast Advertising Credits: (4)

Select 4 credits from the following:

COM 481 - Central Communication Agency Credits: (2) (Repeatable for credit)
COM 490 - Cooperative Education Credits: (1-12) (Must be taken for 4 credits)
COM 492 - Communication Practicum Credits: (2) (Repeatable for credit)

Total Credits: 25

College and Department Information

Communication Department
College of Arts and Humanities

Program Codes
COMMMINAD, COMMMINADP

Online Availability
The program does not have a designated online only option.