Career Information for Contemporary Studies Majors |
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Specific Knowledge Skills
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Analytical skills, particularly in assessing and evaluating current problems, issues and trends
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An understanding of how to apply logic and reasoning to current events and cultural issues
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The ability to integrate and synthesize complex ideas in a multi-disciplinary context
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The ability to use contemporary informational resources such as the Internet
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The skills to research and gather information for the purpose of decision making
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Communication skills and the ability to use these skills to inform and educate others
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Awareness of social issues and an ability to use this to understand and anticipate future issues
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Knowledge of the key components and effects of mass communication on society
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The application of scientific method to cultural and historical inquiry and interpretation
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An ability to apply past experiences to current and future events
Valuable Transferable Skills
- The skills required to identify and access a wide range of relevant information and resources
- The ability to compile and organize facts and information and to comprehend and apply new and/or unfamiliar information to different situations and settings
- Skills in preparing interesting, creative and informative presentations which target diverse audiences
- The ability to develop effective reports, presentations and materials using current technology
- The ability to learn, understand and interpret information and apply knowledge to new situations
- The ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and effectively plan/manage time, data and resources
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to make well-reasoned decisions, think creatively and search for, identify and consider all sides of an issue
- Skills to effectively analyze and interpret a wide range of information and data to discuss, support and/or reject ideas, opinions, reports, theories and proposals
- Skills enabling you to work effectively as part of a team by identifying your role and contributing, through leading, teaching, motivating and/or encouraging others, to the success of the team
- An understanding of how to successfully identify, plan and contribute to the goals of a project
- The ability to oversee, supervise and/or contribute to a project from beginning to end including determining outcomes, planning details, making decisions, assigning roles and completing tasks
Some Career Options for Contemporary Studies Majors
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Public Information Officer
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Public Relations Rep
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Merchandiser/Buyer
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Cultural Affairs Co-ordinator
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Staff Recruiter
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Media Business Co-ordinator
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Documentary Researcher
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Communications Staff
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Community Relations Specialist
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Brand Manager/Developer
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Account Executive
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Policy Analyst/Developer
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Media Relations Specialist
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Media Consultant
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Secondary School Teacher
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Development Co-ordinator
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Project Co-ordinator
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Corporate Trainer
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Cultural Interpreter
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Consumer Advocate
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Human Resource Administrator
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Hotel Management
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Conference Organizer
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Media Buyer/Planner
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Fundraiser
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Public Affairs Specialist
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Marketing Specialist
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Associate Producer (TV)
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Events Planner
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Wedding Planner
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Government Officer
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Heritage Researcher
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Community Developer
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Immigration Officer
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Promotions Manager
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Primary School Teacher
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Development/Aid Worker
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Urban/City Planner
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Environmental Spokesperson
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Customer Service Rep
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Lawyer
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Travel Agent/Tourism
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Sales/Service Representative
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Retail Sales Supervisor
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Management Trainee
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Potential Employers
Additional Study
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Public Administration
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Education
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City Planning
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Business
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Fundraising
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Journalism
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Consumer Studies
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Marketing
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International Relations
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Broadcasting
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Community Development
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Law
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