This document discusses communications as a field of study and career path. It provides an overview of human communication and examines common communication courses covering topics like interpersonal conflict and intercultural communication. The document also explores public relations, journalism and media production fields, outlining related coursework and projected job growth in areas like human resources and technical writing. Overall, the document argues that a degree in communications provides diverse, stable career opportunities and skills applicable to all professions by developing strong human interaction abilities.