Part A: Course Overview

Program: C5400 Diploma of Business (Public Relations)

Course Title: Develop and apply knowledge of public relations industry

Portfolio: Vocational Education

Nominal Hours: 80

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

MKTG8047C

City Campus

TAFE

525T Business & Enterprise

Face-to-Face or Internet

 Term1 2022,
Term2 2022,
Term1 2023,
Term1 2024

MKTG8047C

City Campus

TAFE

650T Vocational Business Education

Face-to-Face or Internet

 Term2 2021

Course Contact: Nick Reynolds

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 0791

Course Contact Email: nick.reynolds@rmit.edu.au



Course Description

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research, analyse and apply knowledge within public relations frameworks with due consideration to legal and ethical constraints and strategic communications management planning.

It applies to individuals who work in entry level positions with a general knowledge of the structure, organisation and function of the public relations industry. Individuals in this role may provide limited leadership and guidance to others.

Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

None



National Competency Codes and Titles

National Element Code & Title:

BSBPUB401 Develop and apply knowledge of public relations industry

Elements:

1. Apply knowledge of the public relations industry

2. Identify industry employment obligations and opportunities

3. Conduct strategic communications management planning

4. Update industry knowledge

Learning Outcomes

This unit applies to individuals working in entry level public relations positions who need to apply knowledge of the structure, organisation and functioning of the public relations industry in order to effectively conduct strategic communications.


Overview of Assessment

Assessment Methods:

A range of assessment methods may be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this course:

  • assessment of written reports about the public relations industry, structure, function and role in society
  • assessment of a stakeholder analysis conducted by the candidate
  • direct questioning with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
  • observation of presentations by the candidate about the public relations industry
  • oral or written questioning
  • review of authenticated documents from the workplace or training environment
  • review of testimony from team members, colleagues, supervisors or managers
  • tests of knowledge on the structure and functioning of the public relations industry.

Required Evidence:

Evidence of the ability to:

  • report on the public relations industry structure, its role in society and within particular organisations
  • develop a stakeholder analysis relevant to particular organisations
  • report on the current issues affecting the public relations industry.

Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

  • discuss current issues and trends which affect the public relations industry
  • categorise industry structures and networks
  • describe organisational and client operating environments, structures and business and marketing plans
  • outline principles and practices of marketing communications and media strategies.

Assessment Conditions

Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the public relations field of work and includes access to office equipment and resources.

You are advised that you are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate your assessment work to your teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.

Feedback

Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions.

You are encouraged to ask and answer questions during class time and online sessions so that you can obtain feedback on your understanding of the concepts and issues being discussed.

Finally, you can email or arrange an appointment with your teacher to gain more feedback on your progress.

You should take note of all feedback received and use this information to improve your learning outcomes and final performance in the course.