Grant Goodwin graduate 2008 PR at RMIT is by far the most esteemed course of its kind within Melbourne. Employers are confident that graduates are well equipped with the skills required to handle any communicadons role. AFer compledng the course I became the MarkeDng Manager at The Hotel Windsor a five star hotel and Melbourne icon. In this role I oversee all aspects of MarkeDng CommunicaDon, report directly to the CEO and I am custodian for five sub brands under the Windsor umbrella. Sophia Formosa graduate 2008 BComm (PR) allowed me to develop the wridng and strategy skills that are essendal to my job. Most importantly, the combinadon of theory and pracdcal experience means that I am confident tackling unfamiliar problems and work construcdvely as part of my team of colleagues. Sophia Formoso, MarkeDng Coordinator, Mercedes Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd
I am currently working with the System Policy Division, Department of Educa=on and Early Childhood Development as part of the VPS Graduate program. The well rounded skill set developed during the B Comm (PR) program at RMIT is invaluable in government roles that integrate communica=ons and public policy development. I found the RMIT PR degree provides many career pathways (some quite unexpected) and the rela=onships established during my =me at RMIT could mean a wide range of career opportuni=es in the future. Natalie Gibbons, Graduate 2010
Tess Reddy graduate 2008 The degree gave me a pracdcal and theoredcal understanding of how communicadons works. As a communicadon strategist I now apply what I have learned to real situadons. I have worked on three highly successful Vegemite campaigns including, How Do You Like Your Vegemite, One Billionth Jar and 'Name Me.' Tess Reddy, Strategist, Royce CommunicaDon James Findlay graduate 2008 RMIT's PR degree is truly a great course. The internship component in the third year of the degree gives the students priceless experience and opportunides in 'real world' situadons. My internship at the Melbourne InternaDonal Comedy FesDval has helped me get to where I am today. James Findlay, MarkeDng & Publicity, Adam Lowe Group (clients inc Midsumma ChillOut FesDval)
Luella Charles graduate 2006 My Bachelor of CommunicaDons (Public RelaDons) has paved the way to my career in government public reladons. Since graduadon, I have worked as a PR and CommunicaDons Officer for an educadonal insdtute and as CommunicaDons Adviser for a government agency. I am now in a senior advisory role in government, thanks in part to the skills and experdse gained during my studies at RMIT. Luella Charles, A/g Senior CommunicaDons Adviser, InnovaDon and Technology, Department of InnovaDon, Industry and Regional Development
Mabhew Walker graduate 2008 I am currently compledng my honours year at The University of Melbourne in media and communicadons. The public reladons degree at RMIT provided me with the theoredcal and pracdcal foundadons to excel in the public reladons industry. Since compledng the degree, I have gained vital experience working interstate and locally in both internal and external communicadons roles. Anushia Sivanesan graduate 2008 The Public RelaDons course at RMIT has an un paralleled reputadon for excellence in the industry. Our lecturers and tutors all had years of knowledge and experience that they passed down to us, and we had a great range of guest speakers from industry. At RMIT I learned skills that I use everyday in my job, like communicadons planning, wridng ardcles and media releases, edidng and networking. Anushia Sivanesan Graduate CommunicaDons Advisor / MelbourneWater 2010
The Bachelor of Communication (Public Relations) course gave me the opportunity to intellectually develop and challenge myself, initiating a passion for academia and research based learning. It gave me the confidence and desire to continue my studies, resulting in my current position as a Master's student of Communications and Media Studies. Additionally, the course helped me develop personal confidence in intellectual surroundings and encouraged my passion for learning and expression through communication devices. The skills I gained academically, professionally and personally have equipped me with fantastic career prospects and characteristics that set me apart from other employee candidates.the staff work tirelessly to provide every opportunity they can to students thus creating a continually evolving positive learning environment. I hold my time at RMIT in the highest regards and hope to keep up my ties with the PR Department. Marnie Kane graduate 2010
Zac Vlahandonis graduate 2007 Public RelaDons at RMIT is a gateway to an excidng industry. Learning from communicadon professionals and industry leaders throughout the program was a highlight of my Dme there. I am currently working in a dynamic MarkeDng and CommunicaDons role within the water industry, the same place where I started my internship only two years ago. Zac Vlahandonis, communicadon coordinator, South East Water Claire Febey graduate 2006 RMIT's industry connecdons enabled me to secure a great internship, which led to a full Dme role with a consuldng firm the day afer I finished the Bachelor of CommunicaDon (Public RelaDons). I'm grateful for that opportunity and where it has led me. Claire Febey, Senior Policy Officer, Department of Premier & Cabinet
The Bachelor of Communication (Public Relations) not only gave me insight into the theoretical underpinnings of communication, but more importantly, it equipped me with the practical skills needed to be a well-rounded public relations practitioner. It enhanced my view of the world and broadened my general knowledge base, which is vital for successful communication. It gave me a deeper understanding as to the way the media works and how best to foster pr and media relations. I am currently a full-time student of a Master in International Relations at The University of Melbourne. My purpose in doing so is to pursue a career in political and international communication. I am also working as a part-time communications advisor at the Victorian Department of Justice. Laurenne Obeid Graduate 2010
Charlobe Davidson graduate 2007 The course provided me with the skills and experience necessary for my current role. Today I work for NaDonal Australia Bank in their Wholesale Banking division. I look afer Internal CommunicaDons, including our global newsleber, communicadons from our CEO and advise the business how to effecdvely communicate their messages. Charlobe Davidson, Corporate Affairs Advisor, NaDonal Australia Bank 2008 Elana Harari graduate 2007 I work in promodons and publicity at Universal Music ensuring ardsts and their music get maximum exposure in the media print, radio, TV and on line. My RMIT PR degree was beneficial in my career in many ways. The high quality of lecturers and their advice ensured that my peers and I had the confidence and skills required to undertake most tasks required of us while working in the industry. Also, the structure of the course means that to fellow students and lectures, you are not just another student number this ensures you a high level of academic support, as well as a fantasdc social network of friends. Elana Harari, Assistant PromoDons Manager, Universal Music Australia 2008
Erin Kan graduate 2006 The Bachelor of CommunicaDons (Public RelaDons) provided me with the academic and pracdcal experience in Strategic CommunicaDons required to work in a large corporate organisadon. I now work at ANZ in an Internal CommunicaDons role. Some of my main responsibilides are: Producing the internal staff magazine, distributed to over 40,000 employees; organising CEO staff engagement opportunides; and also providing communicadons advice for group inidadves, projects and announcements. Erin Kan, CommunicaDons Advisor, Corporate CommunicaDons ANZ 2008 Adam Hunt graduate 2006 Studying the Bachelor of CommunicaDons (Public RelaDons) degree at RMIT University is the first step towards an excidng career path in the communicadons industry. The degree equips students with the knowledge and skills required by today's top employers. Having graduated from RMIT, I now work at Edelman, one of the world's leading PR consultancies. Adam Hunt, Account Manager, Edelman
Rebecca Grant graduate 2006 I found the staff at RMIT really suppordve and I believe the degree provided me with the professional skills and knowledge necessary for a career in communicadon. I am now working in the MarkeDng and CommunicaDons Planning team at the Department of EducaDon and Early Childhood Development. In this role I am responsible for the development and implementadon of communicadon strategies and providing communicadons advice to departmental project teams and schools. Rebecca Grant graduate 2006, CommunicaDons Advisor, Department of EducaDon and Early Childhood Development Karyn Barrasso graduate 2006 RMIT's PR degree condnues to be 'THE PR' course. It was something I had aspired to and wanted to achieve part Dme. Once accepted I relished in the PR specific courses within the degree and leveraged on the opportunides to expand my global understanding and experience, including an internadonal study tour. The content is pracdcal, recognized and valued by industry and employers. The tool box I developed during my Dme at RMIT has allowed me to thrive in the Corporate, PR Agency and Not for Profit environments. Karyn Barrasso, Event Manager 4th World Congress Mental Health and Deafness, Mental Health Policy & CommunicaDons, Deaf Children Aust
Michael Lagastes graduate 2008 I d always loved wridng and had a keen interest in polidcs and current affairs, so PR was the perfect degree for me. It s great to know that a qualificadon in communicadons gives me the opportunity to be involved in virtually any industry or sector. Since graduadng I ve been working in strategic communicadons at WorkSafe Victoria. I ve never been happier with my choice of career! Mike Lagastes, Strategic CommunicaDons Consultant, WorkSafe Victoria Gareth Beck graduate 2008 PR at RMIT opens doors! A year afer graduadon, I now work at Wrights PR with some of the biggest brands in Australia including the VRC, Schweppes and Honda to name a few. Gareth Beck, Account ExecuDve, Wrights PR Daniel Marinelli graduate 2008 The Public RelaDons degree at RMIT exposed me to a wide range of experiences that helped me grow personally and professionally. The course structure enables you to learn about a variety of areas, which helps you to find what kind of PR professional you want to be. The internship program was fantasdc and it enabled me to find the role I'm in now. Daniel Marinelli, MarkeDng CommunicaDons, Aconex
Daniel Marinelli graduate 2008 The Public RelaDons degree at RMIT exposed me to a wide range of experiences that helped me grow personally and professionally. The course structure enables you to learn about a variety of areas, which helps you to find what kind of PR professional you want to be. The internship program was fantasdc and it enabled me to find the role I'm in now. Daniel Marinelli, MarkeDng CommunicaDons, Aconex Filippa Ekberg graduate 2008 The RMIT Public RelaDons program prepared me well for life afer university. It balanced theoredcal subjects with live client projects and gave me a good idea of what to expect afer graduadon. My role at Publicis Loyalty focuses mainly on internal communicadon and liaising with our major client, Qantas. Filippa Ekberg, CommunicaDons Officer Publicis Loyalty
In my first rotation I have been placed in the ministerial support unit and my work involves writing a range of documents including briefings and speeches for the Prime Minister. My degree at RMIT has helped prepare me for this. My role is part policy and part communications. We provide advice and information to the department and minister and we develop public education and awareness campaigns for the community. I deal with a diverse range of stakeholders from government, industry and the community. I feel more confident with the skills I ve gained in my PR degree. For one of our projects I am liaising with PR and Advertising consultancies on a communication program. It was good to view the pitches from the other side which was useful after the many presentations we did as part of the RMIT degree. Graduates Jillian Dent, Jess Thirlwell and Natalie Gibbons 2010