ALR731 - Public Relations Theory and Practice

Unit details

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Enrolment modes:(B, X)
Credit point(s):1
EFTSL value: 0.125
Unit chair:R Monaghan
Incompatible with: ALC631, ALR631

Note:

Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications.

Content

This unit will be taught as a social science with both an academic and a professional emphasis. It will provide a comprehensive conceptual framework that demonstrates how public relations practitioners work. It covers the role of the public relations practitioner, the public relations process from research and planning to implementation and evaluation; strategic thinking; tactics such as media releases and newsletters, and the application of public relations in a range of circumstances from sports and cultural organisations to corporations.

Assessment

Two assignments totalling 3000 words 60%, Case study 2000 words 40%

 

Unit Fee Information

Student Contribution Rate*Student Contribution Rate**Fee rate - Domestic Students Fee rate - International students
$1224$1224$2152$2719

* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
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