Lyceum Correspondence College
Certificate in Public Relations
(NQF Level 5, minimum credits 120, SAQA ID 24334)
Certification
Once you have successfully completed this course, you will be awarded a Lyceum College Certificate in Public Relations.
Programme Type
Certificate
Course Prospects
Every organisation requires a good Public Relations practitioner to maintain a good public image and elevate their professional standing. Successful PR people ensure long-term stability and growth for their employers by being the face of the company, improving customer relations, handling crisis management and liaising with stakeholders.
This course will give you insight into a wide range of public relations management issues, as well as strategy and problem solving. If you want to work with the public or take on the responsibility of enhancing the image of their organisation, this certificate is for you.
Entrance Requirements
Grade 12 – National Senior Certificate, or any equivalent qualifications as prescribed.
Programme Duration
Minimum: One year
Maximum: Two years
Course Contents
| Management Principles & Techniques | NQF 5 |
| Business Communication | NQF 5 |
| Public Relations 1 | NQF 5 |
| Business Ethics | NQF 5 |
| Media Relations | NQF 5 |
Select one of the following:
| Human Resource Management 1 | NQF 5 |
| Financial Accounting I | NQF 5 |
| Cost and Management Accounting 1 | NQF 5 |
| Quality Management | NQF 5 |
Assessment
Formative: One assignment must be completed for every subject.
Summative: One examination must be written for every subject.
