JOUR 212 - Intro to Public Communications

Institution:

South Carolina State University

Subject:

Journalism

Description:

JOUR 212. Intro to Public Communications. 3(3, 0). This course is an introductory course on public communications and public relations with emphasis on civic and community involvements; not just the traditional corporate or business PR-oriented perspective. The course will discuss how individuals, groups, organizations, companies, corporations, governments and other agencies work; and how their works and good names are protected, improved and enhanced as managed by image managing professionals. It will also talk about who these professionals are, their qualifications and skills, how do they operate in the public arena, and how this profession developed overtime. Public communicators' professional and ethical responsibilities towards consumers and citizens will also be highlighted. (S)

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.scsu.edu

Phone Number:

(803) 536-7000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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