- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
In this course, students will explore a variety of concepts, tools, and techniques to generate publicity and earned media opportunities in an increasingly complex digital world—including building and leveraging relationships with the press and traditional/broadcast media, influencers, and customers—for B2B, B2C, and not-for-profit organizations. Students will analyze and plan public relations campaigns across communication channels, considering established digital and social platforms, emerging media environments, events and experiential marketing.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$580.05 - $622.09 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to:
- Develop customized pitches for various media types.
- Collect and evaluate earned media metrics.
- Identify potential influencers and create outreach plans (including link building).
- Implement best practices for online engagement and building community.
- Compare tools and techniques for social media monitoring and social listening.
- Create reputation management plans, including generating reviews and referrals.
- Analyze the public relations strategies and tactics of a real-world IMC campaign.
- Develop team collaboration skills.
- Develop strong written and oral presentation skills.
Effective as of Fall 2022
Related Programs
Public Relations (MKTG 3321) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Business + Media
- Business Administration (General Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Business Administration (Marketing Option)
Diploma Part-time
- Event Marketing and Management Strategy
Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management
Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management (Marketing Communications Option)
Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management - Marketing Communications
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Marketing Management - Public Relations
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Nonprofit Management
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below are two offerings of MKTG 3321 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 32575
Dates
Mon Sep 09 - Sat Nov 30
- 12 weeks
- CRN 32575
- Domestic fees $580.05
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Nov 30 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Fair Gordon
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please note that the lecture component for this course is asynchronous, not requiring you to meet each week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Please check the following link to ensure you meet the computer requirements for the class. www.bcit.ca/files/business/pdf/bcit-sobm-byod.pdf Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more if it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. If this course is showing as full, please contact Candace_Marrington@bcit.ca and request that your name be added to the waitlist.
CRN 50578
Dates
Mon Sep 09 - Sat Nov 30
- 12 weeks
- CRN 50578
- Domestic fees $580.05
Status
In Progress and Full
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Nov 30 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Fair Gordon
Course outline
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please note that the lecture component for this course is asynchronous, not requiring you to meet each week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Please check the following link to ensure you meet the computer requirements for the class. www.bcit.ca/files/business/pdf/bcit-sobm-byod.pdf Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more if it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. If this course is showing as full, please contact Candace_Marrington@bcit.ca and request that your name be added to the waitlist.
Winter 2025
Below are two offerings of MKTG 3321 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 44692
Dates
Mon Jan 06 - Sat Mar 29
- 12 weeks
- CRN 44692
- Domestic fees $580.05
Status
Seats Available
1 seat remaining as of Thu November 21, 2024 at 7:42 am (PST). Availability may change at any time.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 06 - Mar 29 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Instructor
Fair Gordon
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- Please note that the lecture component for this course is asynchronous, not requiring you to meet each week at a specific time, however, there will be specific timelines for assignments and exams. It is important you have a stable and consistent internet connection to access course content. Please check the following link to ensure you meet the computer requirements for the class. www.bcit.ca/files/business/pdf/bcit-sobm-byod.pdf Course content, type and quality of assignments, and general standards for this online course are the same as classroom courses. To be successful in this online course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, or more if it’s a condensed course, starting Week 1. Important course information will be sent to your myBCIT account prior to your course start date. If this course is showing as full, please contact Candace_Marrington@bcit.ca and request that your name be added to the waitlist and please include your full name and student ID.
CRN 79382
Dates
Thu Jan 09 - Thu Mar 27
- 12 weeks
- CRN 79382
- Domestic fees $622.09
Status
Full
This course offering is full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 09 - Mar 27 | Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby NE01 Rm. 103 |
Instructor
Raymond Yang
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- To be successful in this course, plan to spend 7-10 hours per week on your studies, starting week 1. This course is held in-person at the Burnaby campus. If this course is showing as full, please contact Candace_Marrington@bcit.ca and request that your name be added to the waitlist and please include your full name and student ID.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.