Public Relations 2

Course aim

To enable students to examine and apply complex understanding of Public Relations theory as well as assess Public Relations practice and its effects in contemporary society through issues and case study analysis and practice based problem solving.

Course content

Students will develop an understanding on Public relations theories and practice; analysis of the role and practice of Public Relations in critical areas of practice.  Specifically media management, issues management, event management, and crisis management. Students will  use both new and traditional media in contemporary public relations practice; the integration of public relations with marketing and advertising; and the importance and application of sophisticated use of language and visual communication in contemporary public relations practice.

Textbook(s)

Chia, J & Synnott, G 2012, An Introduction To Public Relations:From Theory to Practice, 2nd, Oxford University Press, South Melbourne, Vic

Prerequisite(s)

Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
Group 1
COMM 1055	Public Relations 1 CMM

Either of the listed prerequisites plus the completion of at least 36 units of undergraduate study.

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAGILL
Lecture	1 hour x 13 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 13 weeks
INTERNAL, OFFSHORE, TAYLOR'S BUSINESS SCHOOL
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Media Writing, Portfolio, Report

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 4C)
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