Public Relations/Image Management at Western Iowa Tech Community College in Sioux City, IA

Communication & Journalism BACHELOR CIP 09.0902

Total Graduates

1

Class of 2023

Annual Tuition

$4,152

In-state rate

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Public Relations/Image Management.
Degree Level BACHELOR
CIP Code 09.0902
Program Family Communication & Journalism

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 1 graduates
Award Year 2023

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$126,960

10-Year Job Growth

-2.2%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

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Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$95,220

Peak Salary

$158,700

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (10)

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

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.

Your Future Work Environment

🏢

Mixed

Setting

💪

Moderate

Physical Demands

👥

Small Team

Team Size

✈️

Occasional

Travel

Work Schedule

✓ Regular Hours Flexible

Indoor/Outdoor

50% indoor

Autonomy Level

Moderate

Overtime Expectations

Regular hours are typical, overtime is rare

Customer Interaction

Moderate

Technology & Tools You'll Master

Digital Literacy Required

EXPERT

Technology Intensity

VERY_HIGH

Essential Software

Salesforce software Adobe InDesign Adobe Acrobat Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Dynamics Adobe Creative Cloud software Adobe Illustrator Adobe Photoshop Microsoft Office software Microsoft PowerPoint

Important Software

Google Analytics Microsoft Access Microsoft SharePoint Microsoft Project HubSpot software Marketo Marketing Automation Adobe After Effects WordPress Drupal Hypertext markup language HTML

Beneficial Software

JavaScript Slack Teradata Database Yardi software Canva

Digital Competencies You'll Develop

Advanced software proficiency
System architecture understanding
Automation and scripting
Emerging technology adaptation
Technical problem-solving
💡

Note: This program will equip you with expert level digital skills. The software and technologies listed are based on typical industry requirements for Public Relations/Image Management..

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

E
Enterprising
S
Social
C
Conventional

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

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

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

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Confident
Persuasive
Empathetic
Patient
Organized
Detail-oriented

💡 Interests

Leadership roles
Sales
Helping others
Teaching
Organization
Data management

Work Values

Active Listening
Speaking
Helping others
Achievement
Accuracy

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

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

2

Are you comfortable working mixed with moderate physical demands?

3

Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?

4

Do you value active listening?

5

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
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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 Sioux City, IA

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $4,152
Out-of-State Tuition $4,296

Program Information

CIP Code: 09.0902
CIP Family: 09
IPEDS ID: