This pathway meets requirements for the Associate of Arts-Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA) degree with a concentration in Communication Studies. Completion of this degree opens doors to a variety of careers in sectors including non-profit, business, government, entertainment, and education. It also allows you to transfer into a Communication Studies or related major at a four-year college or university. Students in this pathway develop skills in verbal communication, analysis and research, multicultural awareness, computer and technical literacy, audience analysis, group communication and collaboration, interpersonal communication, leadership and facilitation. Competencies in these areas consistently rank at the top of employer wish lists.