SCOM 365 - Crisis Communication and Reputation Management

3 Credits
3 hours per week.

This course explores the communicative dynamics that both prevent and cause organizational crises. Through case studies, the class examines how people plan, communicate and make good decisions in high risk situations, as well as how to manage crises effectively. Students will apply concepts, theories and frameworks to research, design and deliver crisis communication plans as well as gain practice in issues management, crisis communication and social advocacy in the management of an organization’s reputation and image.

Offered (AS NEEDED)