Communication majors with a concentration in technology are coveted by IT departments in nearly every industry, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Jobs in IT include network architects and network engineers. These professionals combine new technologies and communication techniques to design and organize computer network systems within an organization. Employment in this field is expected to grow by 30 percent from 2008 through 2018, which is much faster than average for all careers.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that jobs in project management and management consulting are among the fastest-growing and highest-paying careers. Job growth is expected to boom --- increasing 83 percent, with an average salary of nearly $48,000 for entry-level. Skilled professionals, such as doctors and lawyers, require assistance running companies. People trained in communications and technology have the knowledge-base required by these professionals to keep operations running smoothly. For example, a doctor is highly skilled in his field, but he's not qualified to handle the operation of his business by himself. This includes hiring, human resources, public relations and advertising.
Communications specialists are also referred to as "public relations specialists." A degree in communications combined with in-depth technical knowledge are ideal qualities for this career. In this role, a PR specialist acts as a liaison between an organization and its public reputation. These organizations include businesses, colleges, hospitals and political campaigns. Specialists are responsible for promoting public acts of goodwill, drafting press releases and seeing to the publication, and oftentimes overseeing advertising campaigns. Job growth is expected to rise by 24 percent, and the average salary ranges from $46,000 to $55,000.
In the field of news analysis and corresponding, most firms require that employees have a degree in communications or journalism. A concentration in communication technologies is especially useful for those interested in new and online media reporting. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that jobs in this field are expected to decrease slightly --- about 6 percent. Workers with experience in communication technologies, such as online and mobile news outlets may find increased opportunities.