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JMS 481 - Public Relations Writing

JMS 481: Public Relations Writing (3 units) at San Diego State University. 2 sections offered in Spring 2027, with meeting times, instructors, and seat counts. Prerequisites: JMS 310W, JMS 315, JMS 480 with a grade of C (2.0) or better in each course. Credit or concurrent enrollment in JMS 581. Open only to the Journalism, Public Relations major. Counts toward Journalism, Emphasis in Public Relations, B.A. (2026-27), Journalism, Emphasis in Public Relations, B.A. (2025-26).

3 units
  • Major
Offered: Summer 2027 (not offered), Spring 2027 (offered), Fall 2026 (offered)
Practical applications of public relations techniques with emphasis on writing, messaging, and selecting media channels. Production of materials for all forms of media. Special events, crisis management, and strategic planning. Field and laboratory practice.
Prerequisites
JMS 310W, JMS 315, JMS 480 with a grade of C (2.0) or better in each course. Credit or concurrent enrollment in JMS 581. Open only to the Journalism, Public Relations major
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Who can take it
Open only to the Journalism, Public Relations major
Grading
LTR: Letter Graded. The class will be offered for letter grade with no option to take it for Cr/NC
Typically offered
Fall/Spring

2 sections in Spring 2027

Class #11143· In-person · Open · Letter
15 of 15 seats open
Tue, Thu 8:00 AM-9:15 AM · GC 1505
Class #5990· In-person · Open · Letter
15 of 15 seats open
Tue, Thu 9:30 AM-10:45 AM · GC 1505