UO Communication Management in Practice

Undergraduate | 2026

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Mode
Mode
Your study will be 100% online
100% online
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Area/Catalogue
COMM 3002
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Course ID
203269
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Campus
Online
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Comm, Media and Jour
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Rebecca Godwin
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Course level
3
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

The aim of this course is to extend the knowledge and skills gained in previous courses to deepen the understanding of the applied context of public communication, the use of media and the management of communication. This course addresses current industry concerns and student demand relating to graduate readiness by providing students with an in-depth understanding of critical business functions and skills, including budgeting, financial reporting, the processes of evaluation, consultancy practice, business development, presentation skills, entrepreneurship and leadership. While the course has a strong applied focus, students will also be required to demonstrate and apply knowledge and understanding of advanced communication theories, particularly in relation to networking, creative industry policies, communication technology and theories of persuasion.

Course learning outcomes

  • apply developed business skills relating to communication management
  • critique business practices and processes within the communication and media industries
  • identify the leadership and entrepreneurial practices required in the communication management sector

Availability

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Census date
Fri 30/01/2026
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Enrol by date
Fri 23/01/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 13/02/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 27/02/2026

Class details

Online

Class number
Class number 1036
Section
Section 01OL
Size
Size 500
Available
Available 495
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
- Online ,
Notes:
This course is only for students studying 100% online programs

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Census date
Fri 17/07/2026
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Enrol by date
Fri 10/07/2026
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Last day to W
Fri 31/07/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 14/08/2026

Class details

Online

Class number
Class number 3038
Section
Section 01OL
Size
Size 500
Available
Available 499
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
- Online ,
Notes:
This course is only for students studying 100% online programs

Prerequisite(s)

  • must have completed COMM2005 UO Communication Research Methods

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

  • must not have completed COMM3075 UO Communication Management in Practice at the University of South Australia OR must not have completed COMM3061 Communication Management in Practice at the University of South Australia

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Degree list
The following degrees include this course