IMC 650. Public Relations Seminar

Description:
This course provides a comprehensive analysis of public relations practices for the IMC practitioner in a global society. Topics include how to research, define, develop, and deliver an effective public relations campaign; use social media platforms for brands, work with for-profit and not-for-profit organizations; and manage and mitigate crisis communications situations on the local, regional, national, and/or international levels. Course pedagogies include case studies, guest speakers, simulations, and live client counseling. Finally, the course examines the use of computer technology and dialogue through social media as they apply to the public relations executive and the IMC practitioner