Communication Management in Practice

Course aim

To extend the knowledge and skills gained in previous courses to deepen the understanding of the applied context of public communication, the use of media and the management of communication.

Course content

This course addresses current industry concerns and student demand relating to graduate readiness by providing students with an indepth understanding of critical business functions and skills, including budgeting, financial reporting, the processes of evaluation, consultancy practice, business development, presentation skills, entrepreneurship and leadership. While the course has a strong applied focus, students will also be required to demonstrate and apply knowledge and understanding of advanced communication theories, particularly in relation to networking, creative industry policies, communication technology and theories of persuasion.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
COMM 2078	Communication Research Methods
COMM 2090	UO Communication Research Methods

Students must successfully complete EITHER of the listed prerequisite courses.

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAGILL
Lecture	1 hour x 10 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 12 weeks
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Lecture	1 hour x 10 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 12 weeks
EXTERNAL, MAGILL, ONLINE
Lecture	1 hour x 10 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 12 weeks

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

Assessment

Presentation, Project, Report

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 4A)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.