Public Relations S

Course aim

To develop an awareness and understanding of contemporary public relations theory and practice in the context of contemporary culture and contemporary media.

Course content

Students will be introduced to the public relations profession, exploring key public relations theories that underpin contemporary practice.  They will be introduced to the various sectors of public relations and the management of internal and external communications: introduction to the role of media in public relations, practical application and specific case study analysis with a focus on public relations strategies and tactics important to successful campaigns.

Textbook(s)

Johnston, J & Zawawi, C 2009, Public Relations Theory and Practice, 3rd ed, Allen & Unwin, Crows Nest, NSW.

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, OFFSHORE, KAPLAN HIGHER EDUCATION - SINGAPORE (INTENSIVE)
Lecture	4 hours x 2 days
Seminar	8 hours x 1 day
INTERNAL, OFFSHORE, HONG KONG BAPTIST UNIVERSITY (INTENSIVE)
Lecture	4 hours x 2 days
Seminar	8 hours x 1 day

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

Assessment

Assignment, Quiz, Report

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 3)
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