The Graduate Diploma in Communication Management explores foundation studies and skills for professional communication practice. It is designed for current and prospective communication professionals seeking a professional qualification and scholarly development in the broad field of communication management. Academic staff involved in the course has substantial industry experience and have undertaken research in the field. Course aims Graduates of this course have: Advanced understanding of communication and its management The ability to synthesise communication theory and practice The ability to analyse, design, cost and evaluates a communication strategy A sensitivity to ethical and legal issues related to communication A capacity to reflect on the roles and responsibilities of communicators The capacity to apply perspectives that are intercultural and global, and Sensitivity to issues of exclusion, equity and justice. Course structure This course totals 48 credit points of study consisting of three core foundation subjects (24 credit points) and three other communication management subjects (24 credit points). Two of the communication management subjects are compulsory and one is an elective. Careers Career options include roles in the field of communication management such as public relations, communication advising, community relations, corporate communication, integrated communication, internal communication, international communication, media liaison and public affairs.