COM 4233 - Political Economy of Mass Communication (3)

Political context of economic principles underwriting communications media. Historical and contemporary assessment of how economics of telecommunications, press, broadcasting, and the Internet interact with wider political processes, including legislative and regulatory agencies. Focus on U.S.-based media-; comparative international references.

Prerequisite(s): GE Areas A1-3, C1-2, and D1-3.
GE Area(s): D4
Component(s): Lecture
Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once