CJ 3720 - Contemporary Issues in Police and Media Relations

Institution:

University of Virginia-Main Campus

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

This course is designed for the police executive interested in exploring the relationship between law enforcement and today’s mass media and/or those interested in improving their media interview sills. The focus ison police/media relations issues with specific emphasis on a practical “hands on” approach to dealing with the news media. This course also presents a systematic approach to the process of preparing a news media interview. Class discussion centers on the nature and function of the news media in modern society, contemporary issues affecting police/media relations, and crisis planning for dealing with the news media during high visibility events. Students recently assigned to media relations positions are strongly encouraged to enroll. (YCredits: 3

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.virginia.edu/

Phone Number:

(434) 924-0311

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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