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Public Relations

Study Course Description

Course Description Statuss:Approved
Course Description Version:3.00
Study Course Accepted:01.11.2024 14:04:42
Study Course Information
Course Code:LSPA_405LQF level:Level 6
Credit Points:1.33ECTS:2.00
Branch of Science:Sports ScienceTarget Audience:Sports Trainer
Study Course Supervisor
Course Supervisor:Uģis Ciematnieks
Study Course Implementer
Structural Unit:Latvian Academy of Sport Education (LASE)
The Head of Structural Unit:
Contacts:LSPA, Brīvības gatve 333, Riga, LV-1006
Study Course Planning
Full-Time - Semester No.1
Lectures (count)5Lecture Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Lectures10
Classes (count)5Class Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Classes10
Total Contact Hours20
Part-Time - Semester No.1
Lectures (count)5Lecture Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Lectures10
Classes (count)Class Length (academic hours)Total Contact Hours of Classes0
Total Contact Hours10
Study course description
Preliminary Knowledge:
Knowledge of secondary general education in the field of social studies.
Objective:
To provide an opportunity to acquire theoretical knowledge and develop practical skills in public relations.
Topic Layout (Full-Time)
No.TopicType of ImplementationNumberVenue
1The necessity and essence of public relations. The role of a manager in public relations. Responsibilities of public relations specialists.Lectures2.00auditorium
2Modern development trends of public relations. Legislative regulations.Lectures1.00auditorium
3Public relations strategy. Examination - test.Classes1.00auditorium
4Public relations methods.Lectures2.00auditorium
5Public relations tools. Press releaseClasses2.00auditorium
6Public relations in crisis situations. Planning and managing public relations campaigns - presentations. Final exam - test.Classes2.00auditorium
Topic Layout (Part-Time)
No.TopicType of ImplementationNumberVenue
1The necessity and essence of public relations. The role of a manager in public relations. Responsibilities of public relations specialists.Lectures1.00auditorium
2Modern development trends of public relations. Legislative regulations.Lectures1.00auditorium
3Public relations strategy. Examination - test.Lectures0.50auditorium
4Public relations methods.Lectures1.00auditorium
5Public relations tools. Press releaseLectures1.00auditorium
6Public relations in crisis situations. Planning and managing public relations campaigns - presentations. Final exam - test.Lectures0.50auditorium
Assessment
Unaided Work:
- Review of examples of public relations practice. - Public relations strategy review and evaluation.
Assessment Criteria:
For studying the study course, the student receives a differentiated assessment based on a 10-point scale. In order to receive a positive evaluation for the study course, the overall evaluation must correspond to at least 4 points. The student receives an evaluation in points by summing up the set number of points, evaluating knowledge, skills and competences in the performance of certain tasks (practical work, test), attitude and dynamics of the student's individual development. The overall rating is summative: Study course theory test; Synopsis and presentation of informative material (practice examples); Public relations strategy review and evaluation; Presentation; Study course test.
Final Examination (Full-Time):Exam
Final Examination (Part-Time):Exam
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge:1. Types of public relations, communication methods and tools.
Skills:2. In the use of information and technology. 3. Organize public relations, use relevant public relations tools and methods.
Competencies:4. Public relations planning and informing in the media (press release). 5. Implementation of public relations.
Bibliography
No.Reference
Required Reading
11. Derkevica-Pilskunga J., Bunkus J. Komunikācija. Rīga, 2023.
22. Kazaka O. Pirmā PR grāmata. Rīga, 2019.
33. Skots M. Katlips, Alens H. Senters, Glens M. Brūms. Sabiedriskās attiecības. Rīga, Avots, 2002.
44. Veinberga S. Publiskās attiecības. Teorija un prakse. Rīga, Zvaigzne ABC, 2004.
55. Olivera S. Sabiedrisko attiecību stratēģija. Rīga, Lietišķās informācijas dienests, 2009.
Additional Reading
11. Herbsts D. Sabiedriskās attiecības. Rīga, Zvaigzne ABC, 2006.
22. Gregorija A. Sabiedrisko attiecību kampaņu plānošana un vadīšana. Rīga, Lietišķās informācijas dienests, 2008.
33. Veinberga S. Mediju misija. Preses attīstības tendences Latvijā pēc valsts neatkarības atjaunošanas (1990-2010). Rīga, Zvaigzne ABC, 2010.
44. Zelčes V. Zinātniskā redakcija. Latvijas mediju vides daudzveidība. Latvijas Universitātes Akadēmiskais apgāds, 2018.
Other Information Sources
1Kantar
2LASAP