Get into PR

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If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, creative environment then a career in PR could be the right move for you. In this course you get a full of understanding into the importance of PR, how to right a press release, PR and the internet and dealing with events. More information...

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Aims and Objectives

To learn the basic principles of PR.
Learn an introduction to marketing principles.
The flexibility and value of self-study course designed to enable you to work at your own pace.
A personalised workbook to use as a reference guide on completion of the course.
The opportunity to gain the widely recognised Pitman Training Certificate.

Target Audiences

Those who wish to gain an introduction to PR principles.

Prerequisites

The ability to use Word, Publisher and PowerPoint and be familiar with the Internet.

Course duration

8-10 hours

Course Code

1010198523

Course Content

Lesson 1: A definition of PR; the duties of a PR assistant.
Lesson 2: The importance of a PR plan; tips for writing a press release.
Lesson 3: PR and the Internet; ethics and the Law.
Lesson 4: Exhibitions and other events; feature articles.