Strategic Media Relations and Management

COM CM 742

This advanced course explores the role and practice of media relations in an integrated media landscape (PESO) to create an authentic and unified organizational narrative. Students learn the strategic and proactive approach to gaining third-party credibility among journalists, influencers, targeted audiences, and stakeholders. Topics include research & media planning/evaluation, relationship building, content development & engagement, spokesperson role & training, proactive and reactive media counseling, and leveraging innovative media strategies. This course involves lectures, reading assignments, writing projects, case studies, and real-world simulations to create an interactive and engaging learning environment.

SPRG 2024 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A1 Shanler CDS 163 M 6:30 pm-9:15 pm Stamped Approval
Pre-reqs: CM701
& CM707 or
CM703
Class Full

SPRG 2024 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
B1 Chunn COM 109 TR 2:00 pm-3:15 pm Stamped Approval
Pre-reqs: CM701
& CM707 or
CM703

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