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    Agricultural Education and Communication

    Agricultural Education and Communication

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    Communication and Leadership Development (CLD)

    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.

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    352-392-0502

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