The Communication and Leadership Development (CLD) specialization prepares students for entry into agribusiness and communication positions related to:

• Human resource development
• Corporate training and development
• Political interests
• Agricultural literacy

The Gulf Coast Research and Education Center also offers a Communication and Leadership Development undergraduate program in Plant City, Florida.

Coursework

Communication and leadership development coursework focuses on a core of leadership and communication courses that includes digital media, campaign strategies, interpersonal skills and presentation development.

Communication & Leadership Development Course of Study

Customize Your Degree

Communication and Leadership Development offers students the opportunity to customize their degree. This flexibility allows students to concentrate on a career area that is interesting to them and prepares them for various career opportunities. Many students also will be eligible for the university-wide Minor in Leadership.

Degree Requirements

To graduate, students must earn minimum grades of C in the following core courses:

• AEC 3073 Intercultural Communication
• AEC 3070C Digital Media Production in Agricultural and Life Sciences
• AEC 3414 Leadership Development
• AEC 4031 The Communication Process in Agricultural and Life Sciences
• AEC 4052 Communication Campaign Strategies in Agricultural and Life Sciences
• AEC 4434 Communication and Leadership in Groups and Teams

To view the Undergraduate Catalog regarding Communication and Leadership Development, click here. 

Interested in Changing Your Major to CLD?

Please take a look at this page if you are considering changing your major to agricultural education and communication, with a specialization in communication and leadership development.