One) Over the past century, public relations has emerged as a respected profession and growth industry around the world. Discuss the development and practice of public relations in the United States and in other countries.
What are the key factors responsible for that growth? Is public relations really a “profession” or a common-sense routine that requires no training, knowledge or experience? What do PR practitioners and the PR industry do? What contribution to society or service to the economy do they provide, if any?
Give specific examples to back up your responses.
Two) From our discussion of public relations, would you consider a career in the public relations field? If so, what areas or specializations interest you? What do you need to do to make that a career happen?
If you are not interested in a public relations career, why do you think your peers would find this field an attractive and fulfilling career choice?