ABSTRACT

The Public Relations Handbook, 6th edition provides an engaging, in-depth exploration of the dynamic and ever-evolving public relations industry.

Split into four parts exploring key conceptual themes in public relations, the book offers an overview of topics including strategic public relations, politics and the media; media relations in the social media age; strategic communication management; public relations engagement in the not-for-profit sector; activism and public relations; and the effects of globalisation and technology on the field. Featuring wide-ranging contributions from key figures in the PR profession, this new edition presents fresh views on corporate social responsibility, public relations and politics, corporate communication, globalisation, not-for-profit, financial and public sector public relations. The book also includes a discussion of key critical themes in public relations research and exploratory case studies of PR strategies in a variety of institutions, including Extinction Rebellion, Queen Margaret University, Mettis Aerospace, and Battersea Cats’ and Dogs’ Home.

Containing student-friendly features including clear chapter aims, analytical discussion questions, and key further reading throughout the text, The Public Relations Handbook is an ideal resource for students of public relations, corporate and strategic communications, and media studies.

 

part 1|98 pages

The Context of Public Relations

part 2|110 pages

Strategic Public Relations

chapter 8|21 pages

Risk, Issues and Crisis Communication Management

Developing sustainable professional practice

chapter 9|17 pages

CSR Communication

The role of public relations in CSR

chapter 10|19 pages

Measurement and Evaluation

chapter 11|18 pages

Globalisation and Public Relations

part 3|140 pages

Stakeholder Public Relations

part 4|11 pages

Shaping the Future

chapter 21|9 pages

Future Challenges for PR