Why Study Communication

1. Studying Communication can improve self-knowledge and self perception because most self-knowledge comes to us through communication.
    

2. Studying Communication can improve how we see others as communication is the way we meet others, develop and manage relationships and work effectively with others.
    

3. Studying Communication can increase our understanding of relationships.
    

4. Studying Communication develops important life skills.
   critical thinking, problem solving, conflict resolution, team building, public speaking.
    

5. Studying Communication can help you succeed professionally.  Creating strong oral and written messages, working well with others, managing your image, researching, analyzing and solving problems are key abilities employers look for.
    

6. Studying Communication helps you exercise your rights and become an effective citizen.

Works Cited

Wood, Julia T.  Communication in Our Lives. Belmont, CA: Thompson Wadsworth, 2006.