The technological changes that have taken place in recent decades have, among other things, redefined the channels used to establish and maintain social relationships. In the area of social resources, social networks have become an unprecedented phenomenon.

Virtual communities and social networks have very varied objectives but one of the most common is the exchange of information and, more specifically in the case of working communities, the exchange of professional experience and expertise.

This course takes and in-depth look at social networks and virtual communities including the way they work and their social and economic consequences.

Anyone interested in virtual social networks and their potential to aid in learning and the exchange of information will find the content of this new postgraduate programme very rewarding. From the perspective of communications, knowledge management or collaborative learning, those holding Degrees in Audiovisual Communications and Archiving, including IT engineers (technicians and advanced), students of Economics and Business Studies or students qualified in subjects relating to Educational Sciences can use this course to complete their academic CV and to prepare themselves for the new job market arising in society.

Similarly, those professionals working as knowledge and communications managers in companies, teachers or managers of educational institutions, training supervisors in HR departments, intranet and virtual platform designers and innovation supervisors in any kind of institution will find in this programme what they need to improve their effectiveness in terms of the use of social networks, adapting themselves to the new demands of the Information and Knowledge Society.

List of topics

Subject 1: Social Networks and Virtual Communities (5 ECTS credits)

Subject 2: Communities of Practice (5 ECTS credits)

Subject 3: Social and Economic Impact of Social Networks (3 ECTS credits)

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Price

1.165 euros

Consult the financial aid that the UOC offers to international students.

 

The programme fees should be confirmed on enrolment.