Department of Communication
Lind Hall 109
(509) 963-1055
communication@cwu.edu
Department of Communication
Central Washington University
400 E University Way MS 7438
Ellensburg, WA 98926-7438
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.
Required Courses
COM 201 - Introduction to Mass Communication Credits: (5)
COM 280 - Advertising Fundamentals Credits: (4)
COM 300 - Media Research Credits: (5)
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: 26
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