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MCM 3301 - Law and Ethics of Mass Communications

Credits: 3 hrs
This course offers an overview of legal limitations and privileges affecting the functions of print and electronic media – including libel, obscenity, freedom of expression and the right to privacy. Also considered are advertising and antitrust regulations, copyright, access to the press, and broadcast rules and regulations. Prerequisite(s): MCM 2325.