Communication Management and Strategic Communications at California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, CA

Communication & Journalism Bachelor's CIP 09.0909

Total Graduates

22

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

27%

6 of 22

Female Graduates

73%

16 of 22

Annual Tuition

$49,880

In-state rate

Available Degrees for Communication Management and Strategic Communications

Bachelor's 22 grads Bachelor's 2 grads

Program Popularity

#9
of 25 colleges nationally
64%
Produces more graduates than 64% of colleges offering this program
1,206
Total national graduates (Bachelor's)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Communication Management and Strategic Communications.
Degree Level Bachelor's
CIP Code 09.0909
Program Family Communication & Journalism

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 22 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 27% male, 73% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Public relations managers

Primary Occupation
$138,520
Median Annual Salary
76,060 employed nationally +5% projected growth

Related Occupations

Fundraising managers +4.2%
$123,480

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$123,480

10-Year Job Growth

+4.2%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$98,784+4.2%
75%
primary100% confidence
$110,816+5%
0%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$92,610

Peak Salary

$154,350

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

Speaking
Critical Thinking
Persuasion
Active Listening
Social Perceptiveness
Writing
Reading Comprehension
Judgment and Decision Making
Coordination
Complex Problem Solving

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

E
Enterprising
C
Conventional
S
Social

leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Leadership roles
  • Sales
  • Organization
  • Data management
  • Helping others
  • Teaching

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Confident
Persuasive
Organized
Detail-oriented
Empathetic
Patient

💡 Interests

Leadership roles
Sales
Organization
Data management
Helping others
Teaching

Work Values

Speaking
Persuasion
Helping others
Achievement
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data; helping and working with people?

2

Do you value speaking?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
  • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
  • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer working independently
  • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
  • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
💭

Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Institution

Location Thousand Oaks, CA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $49,880
Out-of-State Tuition $49,880
Average Net Price $27,080

Program Information

CIP Code: 09.0909
CIP Family: 09
IPEDS ID:
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