Why did I choose Developmental Communication:
Honestly, I was in to English class when I was in high-school and I though that Development and Communication and Communication Arts best fit me. Also, bearing in mind that I will be a new anchor someday, I chose Development Communication since it offers Major in Broadcasting and Telecommunication.
About my college education:
Pro poor, bridging the gap for the under served and marginalized, repackaging of highly technical papers, editing, script writing, writing basically, Knowledge Management, Video production and others are what I learned from the course. But these are just knowledge and skills which you can basically read and learn. But the learning I have and will forever carry is that I know how to deal with different kinds of people in all walks of life. I learned how to adjust in different situations. And most definitely your course or major does not define you and does not dictate what you can and cannot do; that you have to be at your best in any situation, you have to be flexible, you have to adjust you have to adapt and adopt.
I don't think there is much difference from taking another course. Students or graduates should not be bounded with what course they finished but rather think of the learning they have beyond those which are measured by numerical grades.
My current job:
Student Records Evaluator - as SRE, I am in charge of evaluating the academic records of the students from enrollment to graduation. An SRE works under the College Secretary's Office under the supervision of the College Secretary.
My office is actually flexible when it come to duties and responsibilities, aside from SRE duties, I also do some extension works like researches and paper presentations.
Am I using what I learned in college:
Aside form what I learned in my course, I would say that more than anything, the experiences help me a lot. Time management, patience, perseverance, and beating the deadlines help me a lot with my job.
How long did it take to find a job:
It took me about a month before I finally get hired.
Do I recommend studying Developmental Communication:
Definitely, I highly recommend my course. In fact it is one of the most in demand in the Philippines these days. But you should really have the heart to do it.
For a starter, you won't really get paid that much but you will definitely not be under compensated. Anyway, your performance is also a factor. As long as you excell and be the best in anything, your efforts will pay off.
Advice to people who are thinking of studying this course:
STOP the stereotypes.
Being a Development Communicator does not necessarily mean you will be a Journalist or a news anchor or an editor or someone dictated by your major.
Being a Development Communicator will definitely change your views in life.
Do not hurry, let yourself learn it by experience.
Keep your expectations and let these guide you, do not be disappointed, always reflect.
Definitely, enjoy!
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