CLP11100
Publishing in Context

Many companies expect students to have experience of working within the publishing industry before applying for their first position. The aim of this module therefore, is to enable students to consolidate and apply the academic study which they have undertaken in the first trimester of this programme and provide the opportunity to experience the commercial realities of industry. The module also aims to introduce and prepare students to experience some of those elements in professional life and employment which cannot be taught in an academic environment.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to:
LO1: Critically appraise current publishing employment marketplace, and demonstrate interpersonal and professional communication skills.
LO2.Analyse some of the management issues within the sector.
LO3.Critically reflect on the common and collaborative activities associated with employment in publishing.
LO4.Hypothesise on the internal and external factors within the organisation that may effect its development, growth and decision-making capabilities.
LO5. Develop critical evaluation skills in relation to your own work and make recommendations in relation to progression and development of your work.