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Strategic Communication and Creativity

Code 16180
Year 1
Semester S2
ECTS Credits 6
Workload OT(15H)/TP(45H)
Scientific area Communication Sciences
Entry requirements -
Learning outcomes The main learning outcomes of this UC are:
1. Know the theoretical-practical field of strategic communication
2. Develop creative thinking
3. Apply storytelling techniques to strategic communication (written and audiovisual)
4. Apply creative strategies in PR campaigns
5. Develop creative and effective writing
Syllabus I. Introduction to the field of strategic communication
II. Models of strategic communication
III. Creativity: concept and applications
IV. The different languages of creativity
V. The rhetoric of advertising
VI. Storytelling in communication: creative writing and audiovisual
Main Bibliography Green, A. (2010). Creativity in Public Relations. London: CIPR – Kogan Page

Hallahahn et al (2007). “Defining Strategic Communication”. International Journal of Strategic Communication (1): 3-35

Falkheimer, J. & Heide, M. (2022) Strategic Communication: An Introduction to Theory and Global Practice. Routledge

Truby, J. (2009). The Anatomy of Story: 22 steps to becoming a master storyteller. New York: Farrar, Strauss and Giroux.

Walter, E. & Gioglio, J. (2014). The Power of Visual Storytelling: How to use visuals, videos and social media to market your brand. New York: MC Graw Hill
Teaching Methodologies and Assessment Criteria The classes are imminently laboratorial, with practical application of the concepts.
The evaluation is continuous and based on the development of creative strategies, assembled at the end of the semester in a portfolio of campaigns and communication strategies (100% of the evaluation)
Language Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
Last updated on: 2025-04-06

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