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Public Diplomacy and International Public Relations

  • ICOM892
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The unit provides theoretical frameworks and practical learning exercises for image analysis and construction by international actors – intergovernmental, state, corporate and non-government. The concepts of symbolic interactionism, soft power, public diplomacy, international public relations, framing, image and branding are examined from strategic and ethical communication perspectives. Theory is related to practice through analysis of existing international public relations campaigns and the design of new ones. Through weekly simulations of press conferences regarding current events, students develop practical skills in analysing strategic opportunities for presenting their organisation... -- Course Website

Instructor: Professor Naren Chitty

Prerequisites: Admission to MIntComm or MIntRel or MIntCommMIntRel 



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