Intro to Mass Communication

Course Code: COMM-150

Department: Journalism

Credit Hours: 3.00

Illinois Articulation Initiative Number: IAI MC 911

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Provides an overview of the nature, functions, and responsibilities of the mass communication industries in a global environment with an emphasis on the media's role in American society. Students will trace the historical development of various media forms, comprehend public relations and advertising ties to the media as well as critically analyze legal and ethical media issues amongst various other topics within this course.