Qualitative Research Methods in Public Relations and Marketing Communications

Qualitative Research Methods in Public Relations and Marketing Communications by Christine Daymon

Qualitative research holds great potential for the study of public relations and marketing communications due to its ability to enable researchers to be closely involved with research participants. This practical guide for those interested in conducting qualitative research takes readers through each stage of the research process. This book: * outlines research techniques * considers methods of data collection * includes sampling and strategies for data analysis, including computer analysis * appraises issues of reliability and validity from a qualitative perspective Key points are illustrated with examples from advertising, marketing, media relations, promotions, employee communications, public affairs and other forms of managed communication. Pedagogic features include hints for the internet, tips for overcoming problems and difficulties, examples, boxed features, summaries and overviews, and a wide range of examples and illustrations from international contexts. A highly practical and accessible guide, this is a core text for those undertaking undergraduate and master research methods courses on public relations and marketing communications degrees, and will be invaluable for those working on dissertations, theses or research as part of a professional assignment.

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ISBN 13	9780415222747
ISBN 10	0415222745
Title	Qualitative Research Methods in Public Relations and Marketing Communications
Author	Christine Daymon
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published	2001-12-20
Number of pages	304
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