IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If you expect to take MDIA 3016 - Strategic Communication in Practice in 2026, please take the 2026 substitute COMM 3014 - Communication Management in Practice as a replacement.

Strategic Communication in Practice

Undergraduate

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Mode
Mode
Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
MDIA 3016
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Course ID
208398
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East, Magill
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Comm, Media and Jour
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Course level
3
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
Yes
Work Integrated Learning type
Work Integrated Learning type
Project
Work Integrated Learning hours
Work Integrated Learning hours
50 hours
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

This course explores the strategic communication function across various industry sectors, such as sports, arts, events, not-for-profits, finance, fashion, hospitality, defence, essential services, and agriculture. Strategic communication specialisations, such as internal communication, leadership communication, sponsorship, community engagement, and event management may also be covered. The course also enables students to apply the concepts and skills acquired throughout their program to real-life strategic communication scenarios, further strengthening their professional competencies and career readiness. 

  • Internal Communication
  • Spotlight on industry sectors
  • Community engagement and interpersonal communication

Course learning outcomes

  • Evaluate the characteristics, opportunities and challenges of different specialisations and industry sectors within strategic communication.
  • Apply the professional competencies and skills required of strategic communication practitioners.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of different communication strategies and tactics and apply these to a strategic communication scenario.
  • Analyse internal communications and leadership communication styles within an organisation and make recommendations for improvement.

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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