Objectives and competences
This course offers an in-depth analysis of political communication in the United States, addressing the role of the media, campaign strategies, public opinion and the impact of new technologies. Historical and contemporary cases are analysed to understand how political messages influence society and electoral results. Through a combination of theoretical sessions, debates, case analysis and the participation of invited professionals, participants develop a critical and applied understanding of the communicative dynamics that shape the American political system.
Basic information
| Certificate | Microcredencial |
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| Coordinating faculty | Institut de Formació Contínua IL3 |
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| Mode of delivery | Face-to-face |
| Credits | 6 |
| Length of course | 1 academic year |
| Language(s) of instruction | Catalan;English |
| Enrolment fee | Price: 780,00 € With a 70% discount: 234,00 € Consult the conditions for obtaining the discount, financed under the MicrocredsCat programme with EU NextGeneration funds. Administrative fee: 10% of the non-discounted price, up to a maximum of €70 |
| In-company placement(s) | No |
| Start of teaching period | 20/01/2026 |
| End of teaching period | 31/03/2026 |
| microcred.info@il3.ub.edu | |
| Webpage | https://www.il3.ub.edu/microcredenciales-comunicacion-politica-en-eeuu-estrategias-liderazgos-medios |
| Managment | Domínguez Amorós, Màrius |
| Open pre-enrolment | https://www.il3.ub.edu/microcredenciales-comunicacion-politica-en-eeuu-estrategias-liderazgos-medios |
| Lead to doctoral studies | No |
| Admission for applicants not holding a degree qualification | Yes |
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Objectives and competences
Objectives
Access and admission
Applicant profile and access requirements
Recommended applicant profile
Communication professionals, political advisors, journalists, social sciences students, public administration workers and those interested in American politics.Access requirements and conditions
The course is also open to students with no prior university education, who will acquire the same knowledge and skills and receive a specific qualification for their learner group. Information on the access requirements and other conditions can be obtained from the course directors.Pre-enrolment
Calendar
Contact us
Classes
| Address | Institut d¿Estudis Nord-americans Via Augusta, 121 08006 - Barcelona Espanya |
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| Email address | microcred.info@il3.ub.edu |
| Webpage | www.il3.ub.edu/ca/programes/microcredencials |
| Telephone | 93 309 36 54 |
| Observations | eighteen in-person sessions on Tuesdays and Fridays from 5 to 8 p.m., and six synchronous online sessions on Thursdays, January 29, February 5, 12 and 26, and March 5 and 12. |
Further information
| Address | Institut de Formació Contínua - UB C/ Ciutat de Granada, 131 08018 - Barcelona Espanya |
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| Email address | microcred.info@il3.ub.edu |
| Webpage | https://www.il3.ub.edu/microcredenciales-comunicacion-politica-en-eeuu-estrategias-liderazgos-medios |
| Telephone | 93 309 36 54 |