Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Communication (Corporate and Health Communication emphasis)] From University of Wisconsin

From hospitals and health plans to pharmaceuticals and medical devices, America's healthcare industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation.  At the corporate level, skilled communicators and change leaders will be instrumental in articulating vision and translating complex business objectives to create meaningful change.  These professionals will lead corporate communication strategy and serve as a resource to help health providers and professionals continually improve interpersonal communication skills. At the community level, communications professionals design and implement strategies to more accurately engage consumers in their own health. 

These professionals will utilize a vast variety of communication mediums and skills (from social media to multi-channeled advertising or health campaigns) in effort to improve the health status of targeted communities. Today, there is high demand for communication professionals with advanced skills to provide these organizations the needed expertise to communicate strategically both internally and externally.  As a Corporate and Health Communication student, you'll learn the leadership and team building skills needed to facilitate activities such as training, outreach, presentations, health promotions and events.  You'll gain the expertise to research, analyze, and plan projects using your organizational communication skills for the benefit of corporations, healthcare facilities and non-profit agencies.  Consequently, you'll impact the lives of those served by those organizations.