BTW2141

Communications law ( 6 points, SCA Band 3, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Dr Gerald Acquaah-Gaisie

Offered:
Berwick First semester 2005 (Day)
Gippsland First semester 2005 (OCL)

Synopsis: This unit examines the diverse range of laws that are relevant to the public relations professional's practice, including defamation, confidential information, conflict of interest, privacy, contempt of court and parliament, obscenity, intellectual property, trade practices and product recalls. These areas of law place restrictions on the rights to communicate with a range of 'publics' through media, which a public relations professional must consider when adopting a professional and ethical solution to their client's requests.

Assessment: Assignment (2500 words): 30% + Examination (3 hours, open book): 70%

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Prerequisites: BTW1200 or equivalent

Prohibitions: LAW4140, LAW5144