The Public Relations - Corporate Communications (Pickering Learning Site) program is one of the most highly regarded programs in Ontario. It equips you, in just two semesters, to enter an exciting industry. This program's Publication Relations and Corporate Communications courses are delivered through a compressed and blended learning model with in-class study and online assignments.
The faculty members in the program are industry experts who recognize that no two days in this field are alike. As such you:
-Learn to research, write, plan, edit, design and implement everything from strategic communications plans and employee newsletters to gala dinners for hundreds of people
-Come to understand how communications strategies influence employee attitudes, shift stockholders' opinions and tell an organization's story to the media
-Get connected to the public relations industry
If you previously completed a post-secondary education, possess strong writing skills and have the ability to manage various projects at the same time, you may want to consider this School of Communication, Media, Arts and Design undertaking.
Please note:
-This program is offered at the Pickering Learning Site. With direct access to Pickering Town Centre and the GO Train Station, the Pickering Learning Site is a great learning location in a small, intimate setting.
-This program requires you to have and use a mobile computing device that meets or exceeds the recommended hardware and software requirements. For more information, please visit Mobile Learning Programs.
Career Opportunities
Program Highlights
-This Corporate Communications and Public Relations program at the Pickering Learning Site leads the way in social media and PR content.
-The School of Communication, Media, Arts and Design program is close to the heart of Toronto's PR industry.
-You complete a full-time, eight-week field placement in the industry.
-The curriculum highlights learning by doing while emphasizing employability skills and landing a job.
Career Outlook
-Public relations coordinator
-Media relations
-Employee communications
-Web-based communications
Areas of Employment
-Banks
-Municipal governments
-Media
-PR agencies
-Museums
-Trade associations
-Hospitals
-Not-for-profit organizations
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