Diploma in Public Relation (Dip. PR) with Event Management and Online PR modules – 10 Week Evening Course (2 nights per week), London City Centre
Course Specifics
For how long does the course run?
10 weeks, 2 nights a week.
What is the
course fee?
£1169
including VAT at 17.5%
Where is the course held?
Courses
are held at the Waterloo Campus of Kings College, next to Waterloo Train
Station.
When does the course start?
October 10th 2011
How many students are on each course?
Max.
60 in each class.
How many hours outside of class will I need to
study?
This
depends on each individual. There is no ‘homework’ as such other than preparing
a project presentation.
Is this a fully comprehensive and fully inclusive
course?
Yes. This practical course is designed to enable participants to develop an innovative
and multi-skilled approach in developing and creating Public Relations
Campaigns. It offers practical and specific case study based modules that can
be applied in real world situations.
Will I learn how to promote and market my
campaigns through Events and the Internet?
Yes. T ocompliment the promotional and presentation requirements of the event
management sector this course includes substantial Event Management and Online
PR moduleS.
Will this course help me get into the industry and
build a network of contacts?
Yes. As the course is accredited by the industry and all our trainers are themselves
industry professionals, this provides you with direct access and resources
within the industry.
Will I have contact with industry professionals
from specialised areas?
Yes. While all our trainers are Industry Professionals with many years
experience, we also have a number of guest speakers from specific areas to
speak on the course.
Am I required to purchase any materials or books
for this course?
No.
The course includes comprehensive notes, a course CD Rom, as well as a student
area of the website from which notes and documents can be downloaded.
Application Process
How do I apply for a course / what is the
application process?
The
application procedure for the course is one of consultation. There is no
application form, we simply ask you to contact us on (020) 7812 0708
or e-mail us at info@publicrelationscourses.co.uk and
ask to be booked in for a consultation; we will then arrange a time convenient
for you.
Do I need any previous experience or
qualifications to join this course?
We
do not request any previous experience or qualifications. In order to join, you
are requested to complete a consultation to assess if the course is right for
you.
Do I need to send you anything?
You
are requested to email us a copy of your CV prior to your consultation.
When are the consultations held?
Consultations
take place on Wednesday evenings in King’s College, London, next to Waterloo
Train Station. We also can arrange phone consultations for prospective students
who cannot attend an in person consultation.
What do the consultations entail?
The
consultation is a chance for you to speak with a Fitzwilliam Institute Group
representative, for them to run through the course structure and content with
you and answer any questions you may have. The consultation should last between
10 to 15 minutes and no preparation is required.
Following a consultation, how long must I wait to
find out whether I will be accepted on the course?
If
you are successful at consultation, you will receive an offer letter from
Fitzwilliam Institute Group within a week of consultation, giving you
instructions on how to proceed.
When is the deadline to apply for a course?
As our courses are filled on a first-come-first-serve basis, there is no deadline
by which one must apply, however as the courses fill up quickly, we do
recommend attending a consultation as early as possible in order to secure your
place on that course and to avoid disappointment.
Course Assessment & Accreditation
Is this course accredited?
Yes.
This course is accredited by the Institute of Commercial Management (ICM). The
ICM’s website is www.icm.ac.uk
Is it internationally recognised?
Yes.
It has both industry recognition and is recognised internationally in over 130
different countries.
How are we assessed?
Through a final written exam and your group project presentation.
How are the diplomas awarded in terms of grades?
Successful
candidates qualify for the Diploma in Public Relations (Dip. PR) The Diploma is
awarded at Distinction, Credit or Pass level.
Method of Training
Method of Training/ How do we differ from others?
The
method we use is one of Practical Skills. A combination of Case Studies,
interactive group sessions, presentations, and Questions and Answers, allows
participants to gain invaluable experience of working from briefs, in real-life
situations which will prepare them for their future in the industry.
Who delivers the training/ classes?
Public Relations Courses maintains a panel of qualified and motivated industry
professionals, who work as a team of trainers monitoring each student’s
progress.
Who is the course aimed at/ will it suit my needs?
Anyone
working in Public Relations in a senior or support position or those who wish to
make a career change to PR. The course will also benefit anyone, such as a
P.A., who has PR as part of his or her job specification.
How quickly can I obtain my Diploma?
On
successful completion of this course, a Diploma will be issued by the Institute
of Commercial Management (ICM) and sent out to you within a number of weeks.
Why would you recommend me to do this course above
any other?
Public Relations Courses is part of an established global group of
companies, training over 3,000 people each
year and benefiting from over 25 years experience in the training arena. Our
courses are recognised both within the industry and in over 130 countries internationally,
and are accredited by the Institute of Commercial Management (ICM).
The
approach we use is one of practical skills based training, delivered by people
from the industry, for the industry. The comprehensive course you are embarking
upon was written by industry professionals and our subject experts have a
wealth of industry experience.
