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Program Requirements
The Diploma in Public Relations Management is intended for those whose manÂagement responsibilities include PR/communications, or those already working in the field who would like further academic background. It offers students an opportunity to gain knowledge in a range of specializations that will help them build their careers in the consulting, corporate or not-for-profit sectors. While skills are taught, major emphasis is placed on the strategic aspects of public relations. Instructors are experienced practitioners active in the field who will introduce students to guest speakers and real projects in the industry. The Canadian Public Relations Society, through its member organization, the Société des professionnels en relations publiques du Québec, and the International Association of Business Communicators have representation on the Program Committee. Student membership in these professional associations is strongly encouraged.Required Courses (21 credits)
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CPRL 510 Fundamentals of Public Relations (3 credits)
Overview
Public Relations : Survey and history of public relations practice, its various sub-specialties and its role in the organizational structure. Theories of communication and applications of theoretical knowledge in the field. Recent trends and best practices in both private and not-for-profit sectors. Professional ethics and associations.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Pitts, Charles (Fall) Durocher, Andre (Winter)
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CPRL 520 Applied Public Relations Communication (3 credits)
Overview
Public Relations : Identification, analysis and solution of communication problems in a variety of public relations contexts. Emphasis on planning, audience, research, content, effectiveness, language, editing and design of communication tools. Practical approaches to print and Internet communication, oral presentations, and writing for media.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Fortier, Louis (Fall) Fortier, Louis (Winter)
Prerequisite: CPRL 510
Note: Given in a workshop setting, this course will allow students to improve their skills through practice, instructor feedback and peer evaluation. Owing to the nature of the subject matter, assignments must be submitted in English.
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CPRL 530 Internal Stakeholder Communication (3 credits)
Overview
Public Relations : Communication with the full range of internal stakeholders, including employees, management, Board, volunteers and foundations, as well as audiences specific to the organization such as patients, students, members, etc. Topics include organizational culture, labour relations, mobilization of stakeholders and issues/change management (i.e. mergers, acquisitions, partnerships).
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: MacGregor, Jane (Fall)
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CPRL 531 Media Context and Applications (3 credits)
Overview
Public Relations : Context in which media operate (regulation, ownership, practical constraints). Building relationships with journalists. Media theory and current trends in media uses and technology. Strategies and tools for communicating through media, including message development, spokesperson training and media events. Crisis and risk communications.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Guilhaumon, Huguette (Winter)
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CPRL 535 Public Opinion and Public Policy (3 credits)
Overview
Public Relations : How organizations, voters, media and interest groups work to influence public policy, and how the efforts of each affect the others. Government relations at the political and public service level, including lobbying, advocacy, and regulatory issues. Coalition building. Public opinion research methods and theory. Media and democracy.
Terms: Winter 2012
Instructors: Depow, Elaine; Fioriello, Alexandra (Winter)
Corequisite: CPRL 531
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CPRL 540 Communication Planning (3 credits)
Overview
Public Relations : Communication plans in real situations. Topics include environmental scanning, audits, strategy and implementation of plan, including timelines, budgeting, working with suppliers and consulting skills. Emphasis on evaluation and return on investment of communication.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Summer 2012
Instructors: Hirst, Elizabeth Jane (Fall) Hirst, Elizabeth Jane; Romanado, Sherry (Winter) Hirst, Elizabeth Jane; Walsh, Brendan (Summer)
Note: Students will interact with practitioners in the field. Considerable time will be required outside of classroom hours, as students will work in teams against tight deadlines. It is recommended that students not take on a heavy course load during the term they take this course.
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CPRL 541 Ethics in Public Relations (3 credits)
Overview
Public Relations : Public relations practitioner's role and influence in the ethical organization: corporate social responsibility, laws and regulations on governance, and public accountability. Legal and ethical behaviour related to sustainable development and globalization. The ethical public relations practitioner: professionalism, codes of ethics, issues in practice.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Fortier, Louis; Romanado, Sherry (Fall)
Complementary Courses (9 credits)
3-9 credits from:
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CPRL 515 Fund-raising and Philanthropy (3 credits)
Overview
Public Relations : The organization as donor and as fund-raiser. Social, legal and regulatory context of fund-raising and corporate giving. Role and structure of foundations, government agencies and other donor organizations. Corporate community support. Fund-raising campaigns (planning and methods), donor relations, working with volunteer leadership, information management, ethics and accountability.
Terms: Summer 2012
Instructors: Lynch, Shaun (Summer)
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CPRL 532 Public Relations Event Management (3 credits)
Overview
Public Relations : Management of events in support of strategic organizational objectives for relations with investors, clients, employees, government, media or community. Special events as part of public awareness or fund-raising programs. Topics include planning, budgeting, financial support, logistics, protocol, working with suppliers and partners, promotion and evaluation.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Lapointe, Daniel (Fall)
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CPRL 590 Topics in Public Relations (3 credits)
Overview
Public Relations : Specialized course covering an advanced topic in the public relations management area selected from current issues or themes in literature.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2011-2012 academic year.
0-6 credits from:
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CCLW 511 Law 1 (3 credits)
Overview
Law (CCE) : Sources and administration of law; the Canadian Constitution and the division of powers; the Quebec Civil Code, comprising the law of persons, the law of property, obligations, contracts, sale, lease and hire, mandate, suretyship, hypothecs and prescription.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Summer 2012
Instructors: Cox, Robert (Fall) Cox, Robert (Winter) Sepinwall, Bernard (Summer)
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CGM2 510 Project Management: Tools & Techniques (3 credits)
Overview
Management : Focus on main concepts and theories of project management from initiation to close-out. Topics include: project life cycle, planning, scheduling, implementing, monitoring, controlling, close-out and ethics. The concepts presented apply to projects of various sizes, types and degrees of complexity.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Summer 2012
Instructors: Kamel, Michael Ezzat; Farha, Shadi (Fall) Kamel, Michael Ezzat; Farha, Shadi (Winter) Gauthier, Sylvain; Bartlett, Lloyd; Theopoulos, Spiro (Summer)
Restrictions: Open to students currently in a program. Not open to Special Students.
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CMR2 542 Marketing Principles and Applications (3 credits)
Overview
Marketing : Covers the different aspects of marketing operations: the marketing concept, the analysis and research of market opportunities, the planning, implementation, and control of the marketing program (Product, Promotion, Distribution, and Pricing). The course focuses on Canadian market environment and Canadian marketing institutions. Lectures and case studies on an individual basis and/or involving team work will be used.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Summer 2012
Instructors: Moscovitz, David Lewis; Dracopoulos, George (Fall) Moscovitz, David Lewis; Dracopoulos, George (Winter) Moscovitz, David Lewis (Summer)
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CORG 551 Behaviour in Organizations (3 credits)
Overview
Organizational Behaviour : The implications for management and the essential concepts of social psychology such as motivation, perception, attitude change and organization. Group and organizational dynamics will be the major emphasis of the course. Classroom discussion and student participation is encouraged.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012, Summer 2012
Instructors: Callender, Shauna; Fraser, Linda (Fall) Callender, Shauna; Fraser, Linda (Winter) Fraser, Linda (Summer)
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CPL2 534 Transcultural Leadership (3 credits)
Overview
Policy : Exploring leadership within a global and diverse context. A variety of trends that have made managing workforce diversity an essential competency for future leaders are reviewed, as are the emerging skills that managers need to develop to succeed in a global environment.
Terms: Fall 2011
Instructors: Du Couturier-Nichol, Garrfield (Fall)
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CPL2 553 Small Business Management (3 credits)
Overview
Policy : This course will focus on the concepts and activities of entrepreneurship in the small business environment. Through the analysis of small business situations and the study of related case material, students will learn the fundamental actions required in practice to start and manage a small business. Skill acquisition will be oriented toward learning to prepare a business plan.
Terms: Fall 2011, Winter 2012
Instructors: Whittaker, Gary; Horowitz, David (Fall) Whittaker, Gary (Winter)
Or any other 500- or 600-level course offered and approved by Career and Professional Development.
School of Continuing Studies—2011-2012 (last updated Aug. 8, 2011) (disclaimer)