Communication, Minor
Step up as a presenter and communicator through coursework built around public speaking and clear, effective message delivery. The minor helps you grow into a confident speaker who knows how to shape a message and truly connect with any audience.
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Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Minor description
Communication minor description
The communication minor program introduces you to the theory and practice of communication across cultural, public, organizational and relational settings. Coursework emphasizes the ways communication shapes identity, builds connections and influences communities. You develop critical thinking, writing and speaking skills that complement a wide variety of majors and career paths. The program's flexible design allows you to select courses that best support your academic and professional interests, making it a valuable addition for those seeking to strengthen their ability to analyze messages, adapt to diverse audiences and succeed in collaborative environments.
Why earn a communication minor at ASU?
Many communication programs zero in on a single context or industry, framing the field through one narrow lens. ASU's communication minor emphasizes communication across public, workplace, online and interpersonal settings, helping you apply what you learn in many different environments.
You can also tap into CommLab ASU as part of your communication studies, the only accredited communication center by the National Association of Communication Centers in the state of Arizona. There, you gain hands-on experience supporting communication projects and developing professional skills
Courses
This undergraduate minor includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below:
2026-2027 Catalog Year
The minor requires 18 credit hours. A "C" minimum is required for all courses in the minor, although students must maintain a 3.00 GPA in the post-baccalaureate certificate program.
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The minor in communication consists of 18 credit hours of coursework, of which a minimum of 12 hours must be upper division. A minimum of six upper-division credit hours must be earned through courses offered by the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. Credit hours may not be shared between major and minor requirements. All courses used to satisfy requirements for the minor must be completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better. |
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COM 100 Introduction to Human Communication
(SOBE)
If COM 100 is being applied toward a major requirement, a COM upper-division elective may be completed as a substitution.
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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COM 225 Public Speaking and Presentations
(CIVI)
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Upper Division
COM Elective
Up to three credit hours of experiential learning (382, 383, 483, 484, 498, 499) may apply toward this requirement.
12 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 12 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.
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Enrollment requirements
GPA Requirement: None
Incompatible Majors: BA and BS in communication
Other Enrollment Requirements: None
Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit once the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major program or the minor. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and minor.
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Careers this communication minor prepares you for
The minor in communication is a strong addition to any major. The program enhances preparation for employment in such diverse areas as:
- advertising
- corporate communications
- crisis management
- health communications
- human resource management
- media and public relations
- social media
- training and development
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
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FAB N101
sbsadvising@asu.edu
602-543-3000
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