ALR279 - Public Relations Management
Unit details
| Year: | 2020 unit information |
|---|---|
| Important Update: | Classes and seminars in Trimester 2/Semester 2, 2020 will be online. Physical distancing for coronavirus (COVID-19) will affect delivery of other learning experiences in this unit. Please check your unit sites for announcements and updates one week prior to the start of your trimester or semester. Last updated: 2 June 2020 |
| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 2: Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Cloud (online), CBD* |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit Chair: | Trimester 2: Mark Sheehan |
| Prerequisite: | One unit from: ALR103, ALR104, ALR276 |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | ALC279, ALR479, ALR604 |
| Typical study commitment: | Students will on average spend 150 hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit. |
| Scheduled learning activities - campus: | 1 x 2-hour seminar per week |
| Scheduled learning activities - cloud: | Online independent and collaborative activities including seminar overview (recordings provided) and online seminar tasks (combined 2-hours per week equivalence) |
Note:This unit makes considerable use of information technology. It is recommended that students have access to computer facilities. Online teaching methods require internet access. *CBD refers to the National Indigenous Knowledges, Education, Research and Innovation (NIKERI) Institute; Community Based Delivery | |
Content
This unit examines how identities and reputations are formed, impacted and rebuilt with a focus on crisis communication and relationship management. Students are presented with the opportunity to critically explore a range of contemporary cases across a range of industries/sectors, including but not limited to, sport, tourism, entertainment, fashion and communications. A range of theories, tools and techniques will be introduced to help students effectively identify potential and emerging issues, monitor and manage communication, and conceptualise proactive and reactive strategies.
| These are the Learning Outcomes (ULO) for this unit At the completion of this unit, successful students can: | ||
| ULO1 | Demonstrate the skills to research, analyse and evaluate public relations and organizational communication | GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities GLO2: Communication GLO4: Critical thinking |
| ULO2 | Identify ethical and responsible approaches to the practice of public relations | GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities GLO8: Global citizenship |
| ULO3 | Evaluate approaches to relationship management | GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities GLO4: Critical thinking |
| ULO4 | Enhance abilities in the area of oral presentations and critical reflection | GLO2: Communication GLO6: Self-management |
These Unit Learning Outcomes are applicable for all teaching periods throughout the year
Assessment
Trimester 2:| Assessment Description | Student output | Grading and weighting (% total mark for unit) | Indicative due week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 (Individual) - Report | 1600 words or equivalent | 40% | Information not yet available |
| Assessment 2 Group of 3 - 4 students - Group Presentation | 1200 words or equivalent | 30% | Information not yet available |
| Assessment 3 (Individual) - Examination | 2 hours | 30% | Information not yet available |
The assessment due weeks provided may change. The Unit Chair will clarify the exact assessment requirements, including the due date, at the start of the teaching period.
Learning Resource
The texts and reading list for the unit can be found on the University Library via the link below: ALR279 Note: Select the relevant trimester reading list. Please note that a future teaching period's reading list may not be available until a month prior to the start of that teaching period so you may wish to use the relevant trimester's prior year reading list as a guide only.
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