MCOM 415 - Mass Media Law & Ethics

Institution:

Winthrop University

Subject:

Mass Communication

Description:

Description: Legal and ethical responsibilities related to media in the United States. This course distinguishes between forms of communication that have constitutional protections and those which have limits (libel, privacy, copyright, intellectual property, censorship, commercial speech, broadcast licensing, access to information) on freedom of expression. etc.) . Includes legal and ethical issues impacting professions encompassing journalism, marketing, public relations, integrated marketing communication and mass communication. Notes: Students may not get credit for MCOM 415 and MCOM 310, or for MCOM 415 and MCOM 412.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.winthrop.edu

Phone Number:

(803) 323-2211

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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