MS 264
Economics of the Media
Credit: 4 hours.
This course satisfies the General Education Criteria for a
Hist&Philosoph Perspect, and Western Compartv Cult course.An introduction to the political economy of the media in the U.S. The purpose of the class is to acquaint students with a core understanding of how the media system operates, and with what effects, in a capitalist society. The course examines the role of advertising, public relations, corporate concentration, and government regulation upon journalism, entertainment, culture, and participatory democracy. The class also examines issues such as the Internet, globalization, and public broadcasting.
| CRN | Type | Section | Time | Days | Location | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50175 | lecture- discussion | A | 02:00 PM - 03:50 PM | MW | room 130 Wohlers Hall | Anderson, J |
| Hist&Philosoph Perspect, and Western Compartv Cult course. Not intended for students with Freshman class standing. Not intended for Graduate - Urbana-Champaign. | ||||||
| This course is open to all sophomores, juniors and seniors. | ||||||