Effective advising requires that student records be well organized, current, and maintained in a systematic and effective manner. Advisors should be cognizant of current curricular requirements and changes that affect the graphic communications curriculum. Prerequisite course status must be monitored and strictly enforced. Student advisement is required on a regular basis.

Assistance to help students transition into their first job is important to help assure graduates are placed in positions commensurate with the stated goals and objectives of the program. Follow-up studies help asses program progress, and assist in future development of the program. The types of jobs and how well the students were prepared in the program for their current and past positions should be documented.

A system for maintaining records and advising students must be established and in use. Initial placement assistance is practiced and timely follow-up studies of graduates should be conducted.