The Social Influence minor at Marshall University<\/span><\/span> is built for students who want to understand how communication actually works in the real world<\/em>\u2014and how to use it responsibly to make a difference.<\/p>\n From viral trends to meaningful conversations, influence is everywhere. This minor gives you the tools to decode it, apply it, and lead it.<\/p>\n Influence has been at the heart of the communication discipline since Aristotle defined rhetoric as the art of speaking well and persuasively over 2,400 years ago. Today, social influence and digital communication are inextricably linked as influencers utilize social media platforms to promote ideas, products, lifestyles, and other tangible and intangible goods. This new minor capitalizes on current socio-cultural trends to teach students to better understand influencer-follower communication and to employ persuasive strategies effectively and ethically.<\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re interested in marketing, leadership, health communication, social media strategy, law, or public service, the ability to influence others is a career-defining skill.<\/p>\n This minor helps you:<\/p>\n At Marshall University<\/span><\/span>, the Health Communication minor prepares you to make a real impact where it matters most: people\u2019s health, well-being, and quality of life.<\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re interested in healthcare, leadership, public service, or advocacy, this minor gives you the communication skills to connect, influence, and lead in high-stakes environments.<\/p>\n Health isn\u2019t just about science\u2014it\u2019s about how we communicate.<\/p>\n From patient-provider conversations to public health campaigns, the messages we share shape decisions, relationships, and outcomes. In this minor, you\u2019ll learn how to:<\/p>\n This minor is designed to complement a wide range of majors\u2014including pre-med, nursing, psychology, business, and more\u2014giving you a competitive edge in any career where communication and care intersect.<\/p>\n A minor in Business Communication is a great way to stand out from the field and show potential employers that you have one of the most valued skill sets businesses and organizations seek out in new college graduates – Communication skills.<\/p>\n Students are required to take 2 CMM classes and 2 CMM electives to complete the minor. That’s only 4 classes that can be taken completely online!<\/strong><\/p>\n Many business majors are required to take CMM 302 – Professional Presentations. So, that only leaves 3 more classes to earn the minor and most, if not all of those courses, can be taken online.<\/p>\nWhat You\u2019ll Learn<\/h3>\n
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