About HSPR

HSPR is the only PR industry initiated Registered Training Organisation to provide nationally recognised qualifications and vocational training online.

All course content, program design, practical exercises and e-learning modules have been developed by working PR experts from within the Hausmann Group and the PR industry at large. With a firm focus on holistic training programs - including online learning, real-life workplace experience and career guidance and support - HSPR aims to equip future PR practitioners with the skills to meet and exceed industry expectations.

The Hausmann Group is widely recognised as one of Asia Pacific’s leading PR groups, delivering best-in-class campaigns for the world’s biggest brands.

Meet HSPR

Drawing on experience honed over 25 years at the Hausmann Group working on the world’s biggest brands, the HSPR team is well credentialed to deliver best-in-class vocational training in PR.

HSPR has received widespread industry support for course content, online delivery and the raft of real-time learner support services on offer.

With expert input, review and advice from a panel of widely recognised experts across the public relations spectrum, the HSPR Advisory Committee will ensure that we continue to deliver gold standard training that keeps pace with industry needs.

Judi Hausmann

Sarah Mason

HSPR Advisory Committee

HSPR has received unparalleled support from the PR industry.  The HSPR Advisory Committee ensures HSPR continues to deliver best in class industry-led vocational training and education that meets the needs of the PR workplace of today – and tomorrow.

Drawing on industry expertise across the public relations spectrum, we are very proud of, and extremely grateful for the support of our inaugural committee including:

• Vanessa Barry, Senior Advisor, St George Foundation 
• Adam Benson, Director of Recognition PR / Write Away Communication + Events / Outsource and National Chair of the Registered Consultancy Group
• Dr Lois Burgess, Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Business, University of Wollongong
• John Connolly, Partner, John Connolly & Partners
• Prof Stan Glaser, Glaser Consulting
• Stuart Gregor, Founder & Creative Director, Liquid Ideas
• Louise Ingram, Associate Director, Temple Executive Search

When you study at HSPR, you have the choice of studying online or onsite
 

Learn online

Real time support

E-learning units are supported by fortnightly webinars and real time support (via Skype, phone, chat…) when you need it, to ensure you learn and succeed. E-study groups and regular catch ups with trainers ensure you always feel supported, motivated and inspired.

Flexible study

With flexible start dates and real-time trainer support, you can study when it suits you. Start tomorrow, next week, next month or next year. Cleverly designed and user-friendly online training modules matched with virtual workshops and after-hours support, means success is assured.

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Learn onsite

HSPR@Hausmann Group

Combining industry-led training with experience-led learning to elevate you above your peers.

Onsite learning at HSPR is a totally new educational experience.  Classes take place at Hausmann Group’s Paddington (Sydney) HQ within the real-life world of one of Australia’s most successful communications consultancies.  This is an unmatched opportunity for you  to receive best-in-class training and benefit from industry insights and best practice tips and tools gained from full immersion in a working PR consultancy.

With the opportunity to work alongside and learn from experienced practitioners, this in-house experience  is a totally new educational concept that’s receiving big ticks from students and the PR industry at large – your future employers.

Learn onsite

Study + professional experience = career success

Study commitments for the Diploma of Business involves one full day each week onsite working as part of the Hausmann Group team on real life projects.  Additional online learning commitments combine with this invaluable practical industry experience to see your employability rating rise to the top.

Earn & learn

We understand that you’ve got to live while you learn.  Our study schedule allows you to maintain a part time job – further adding both skills and experience to your resume. 

Learn onsite

Career kick start

At HSPR, we will treat you as a PR professional the moment you enrol.  To best mirror your future workplace – and to set you up for career success – we consider our students to be an extension of the Hausmann team and provide opportunities over and above the syllabus for you to test new skills, experience working life and learn ‘on the job’ whenever possible.

Course work and workshops are supplemented with real life experiential learning activities that are integrated into the program. These include developing and executing event concepts, drafting creative copy, developing and creating community engagement programs, attending and contributing to brainstorms, addressing and answering briefs, balancing budgets, pitching to the media, evaluating campaigns and so much more.

At HSPR you will graduate ‘job ready’ and, with the guidance of our in-house talent director, emerge with the knowledge, practical experience and introductions to land the job you want! Join us for what’s going to be a fast paced, inspiring and experience-led kick start to your PR career.

Created by PR experts

HSPR courses are developed and presented by professionally qualified educators, current industry experts and experienced PR practitioners, delivering the only industry developed, accredited vocational training in public relations practice online.

HSPR courses are designed and delivered by seasoned and current PR practitioners and subject experts at the cutting edge of PR practice including social media, event management, crisis & issues management, media relations, PR strategy and campaign development.

We believe that experience is key to adult learning. HSPR courses are peppered with opportunities to put what you learn online into practice. Our strong focus on experiential learning will give you invaluable on-the-job skills to ensure you are workplace ready.

Get job ready

At HSPR our focus is to get you job ready and working as a PR practitioner including:

• Giving you opportunities to work on true-to-life campaigns throughout your learning experience
• Working alongside current PR practitioners to get the on-the-job skills you need
• Developing a professionally presented portfolio of your work samples to showcase your experience to potential employers
• Giving you expert professional development advice and career guidance from leading PR recruiters as you head into the job market

We are in demand

The PR industry in Australia is growing. There are not enough qualified practitioners to meet current employment demands, let alone match future projections.

Get connected

As a major player in Australia’s PR industry, we have connections! From recruiters to industry experts to expert communicators, HSPR can help you get to know who’s who and connect you to people who will help you make your mark.

Internships

New to the industry? We can arrange an internship and / or work experience at a number of leading agencies and businesses around Australia to suit your career goals and give you a professional head start.

Mentorships

Seek guidance and advice from experienced PR practitioners as you complete your course and form a friendship for life.

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