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Addressing the media - press conference

Learn how to develop a media relations policy, establish professional relations with the media, and write purposeful media releases that generate newsworthy content. Discover the strategies needed to ensure a successful media relations program by preparing you for effective media conferences and interviews.

Topics

  • What makes a good news story
  • The strategies needed to ensure a successful media relations program
  • How to write and execute a communications plan

 


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Recognizing your learning achievement when you complete this micro-credential

 



Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance

This course is eligible for Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) micro-credential funding. Find out if you are eligible.


Online Session Sample

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This course should be taken at the beginning of the Professional Certificate in Leadership.

Come prepared to share your experiences, opinions and perspectives with the class.

All that is required is a strong desire to succeed and a willingness to learn and apply yourself.


 

Certificates

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Type
Online
Dates
Oct 21, 2024 to Nov 15, 2024
Schedule
Total Hours
12.0
Potential Discount
Instructors

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

Real-time Learning

There will be four live Zoom sessions in this course.

October 24 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm ET
October 30 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm ET (Wednesday)
November 7 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm ET
November 14 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course where a complete or incomplete will be issued. Evaluation will be based on participation and completion of course activities. Attendance in the live Zoom sessions is not mandatory but is recommended.

Textbook

No textbook required.

Type
Online
Dates
May 26, 2025 to Jun 20, 2025
Schedule
Total Hours
12.0
Potential Discount
Instructors

What to Expect

This is an interactive course; you will engage online with your class and instructor through our online learning management system. Plan to log into your course regularly throughout the week.

Real-time Learning

There will be four live Zoom sessions in this course.

May 28 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm ET
June 4 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm ET
June 11 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm ET
June 18 - 7:00pm - 8:30pm ET

Completion Requirements

This is a graded course where a complete or incomplete will be issued. Evaluation will be based on participation and completion of course activities. Attendance in the live Zoom sessions is not mandatory but is recommended.

Textbook

No textbook required.

Required