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Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Adviser Name:_______________________ Catalog: 2011-2012 EIU Undergraduate Catalog Program: Communication Studies: Public Relations Option (B.A.) Minimum Credits Required:__________________

Communication Studies: Public Relations Option (B.A.)

The field of public relations demands a variety of skills in all forms of communication, analysis, critical thinking and technology from its professional practitioners. Professionals must be responsive in a complex and diverse organizational environment to multiple and often competing demands. The public relations option prepares students to function effectively in this dynamic environment. Program emphasis is in preparing students for corporate, agency, nonprofit and other public relations positions.

Total Semester Hours: 45 

Department Core

Total Semester Hours: 12
Course NameCredits:Term TakenGradeGen Ed
CMN 2010 - Introduction to Communication Theories. Credits: 3
CMN 2020 - Communication Research. Credits: 3
CMN 2030 - Applied Communication. Credits: 3
CMN 2040 - Argumentation and Critical Thinking. Credits: 3

Option Core

Total Semester Hours: 21
Course NameCredits:Term TakenGradeGen Ed
CMN 2520 - Introduction to Mass Communication. Credits: 3
CMN 2650 - Introduction to Organizational Communication. Credits: 3
CMN 2920 - Introduction to Public Relations. Credits: 3
CMN 3100 - Persuasion. Credits: 3
CMN 3500 - Electronic Media Relations. Credits: 3
CMN 3960 - Advocacy and Message and Design. Credits: 3
CMN 4920 - Case Studies in Public Relations Problems. Credits: 3

Electives

Total Semester Hours: 12

Selected in consultation with an advisor.

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