Swann (public relations, Utica College) has written a textbook on public relations that provides more of a real-life look at the profession than a purified classroom version. The PR campaign case studies in the book are not all about prize winners; some are losers, and illustrate that the real world of PR can be, as the author says, "messy and chaotic." The purpose is to challenge students to evaluate situations based on what they are learning about ethics, communications theory, and the PR process. A sampling of topics includes: ethics and the public interest, crisis communications, consumer and media relations, employee and governmental relations, international issues, finance, and internships and early career. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Developed for advanced students in public relations, Cases in Public Relations Management uses recent cases in public relations that had outcomes varying from expected to unsuccessful. The text challenges students to think analytically, strategically, and practically. Each case is based on real events, and is designed to encourage discussion, debate, and exploration of the options available to today's strategic public relations manager.
Key features of this text include coverage of the latest controversies in current events, discussion of the ethical issues that have made headlines in recent years, and strategies used by public relations practitioners. Most cases end with an open scenario, allowing students to discover different opinions and participate in creative discussions. The case study approach encourages readers to assess what they know about communication theory, the public relations process, and management practices, and prepares them for their future careers as PR practitioners. A companion website (www.routledge.com/textbooks/9780415878937) provides additional resources for instructors to use with their students.
